Registered Staff Nurse, Band 5

Job summary

We have x 1 vacancy for Registered Nurse's (Band 5) on Lilleybrook Ward to cover Maternity leave (37.5 hours).

Lilleybrook ward is a 18 bedded mixed Adult Ward caring for Oncology and Haematology patients, this comprises of 3 bays, 2 side rooms, 2 Iodine rooms and the AHOU( Acute Haematology Oncology Unit). Experience in this field is not essential but we would like to hear from you if you would like to broaden your knowledge & enhance your career in a rapidly changing forward thinking speciality.

We are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic and compassionate nurses with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to help us to deliver outstanding care to our patients.

You will be required to work a variety of shift patterns.

The proposed interview date is 10th June

Main duties of the job

Demonstrate ability to assess patient condition, develop and implement appropriate care, within the multidisciplinary team.

To communicate effectively, especially where patient ability to do so is compromised.Ability to disseminate contentious and delicate information appropriately.To deliver safe care within a challenging and changing clinical environment, using equipment and resources safely and as appropriate.To administer medication and treatment within Procedure for the Ordering, Prescribing and Administration of Medication GuidelinesTo deliver and receive information which may cause emotional distress to all parties.

Participate in mentorship and educational programmes for students and other members of the team.

To adhere to all Trust policies and procedures and professional code of conduct

Regularly responsible for the supervision and mentorship for unqualified, qualified staff and students.

To input and retrieve patient and staff information from computer-based systems

Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records.

About us

Our Oncology department has a dedicated Practice Development Team that provides support and training for nursing staff; you will receive a full induction prior to commencing your new exciting post and on-going support with your career development.

Our multidisciplinary team work very closely together to ensure good communication for both our patients and staff alike.

Details

Date posted

07 May 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year (pa pro rata if part-time)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

318-26-T0310

Job locations

Cheltenham General Hospital (Lilleybrook Ward)

Cheltenham

GL53 7AN

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