Staff Nurse

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a motivated and compassionate Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our newly refurbished 16-bedded Haematology Ward at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust. This significant refurbishment, delivered as part of our partnership with Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, has transformed the ward environment and enhanced the services we provide to our patients. The result is a modern, welcoming, and supportive clinical setting designed to deliver outstanding specialist haematology care. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, caring for patients with a wide range of haematological conditions while developing your nursing skills within a specialist area. You will play a key role in providing high-quality, patient-centred care and supporting patients throughout their treatment journey. If you are enthusiastic, committed, and passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 5 Staff Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centred care to individuals with a range of haematological conditions. Working within our refurbished 16-bedded Haematology Ward, you will be part of a skilled and supportive multidisciplinary team committed to providing excellent standards of care. You will also be involved in caring for Level 2 patients requiring enhanced monitoring and support, as well as the safe administration of chemotherapy in line with relevant training, competency frameworks, and Trust policies.

You will support patients and their families throughout their care journey, ensuring a compassionate and professional experience at every stage. You will also contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the ward and help drive the continued development of this modern specialist service.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council registration who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care.

You will have excellent communication and teamwork skills, a positive and proactive approach, and a desire to develop your career within a specialist clinical area. Most importantly, you will be committed to providing kind, patient-focused care and making a real difference to the lives of others.

Previous experience in haematology is desirable but not essential, as full training, support, and development opportunities will be provided.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current level one NMC registration
• Relevant learning beyond registration

Desirable

• Level 2 Haematology Qualification
• Competent in administration of cytotoxic chemotherapy and blood components
• Teaching/Mentorship Qualification

Pin

Essential

• Please enter NMC pin

Experience

Desirable

• Specialist /Management training / experience
• Demonstrable experience in Haematology

Knowledge

Essential

• Commitment to continuous personal development for revalidation NMC
• Policies, practices and procedures e.g.NHS national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to measuring and improving the quality and safety of patient care

About the employer

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 and some band 3 roles are not eligible for sponsorship.