Pulse
Band 5 - Chemotherapy Nurse - Blackburn
Blackburn. Posted 20 months ago
The role
The Chemotherapy Nurse will provide care to patients undergoing chemotherapy treatment. Duties include administering drugs, monitoring patient responses, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
What you will do
- Prepare the treatment area and ensure equipment and supplies are available and sterile
- Administer chemotherapy drugs and monitor patients' responses
- Provide pre-treatment and post-treatment care
- Collaborate with oncologists, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals
- Educate patients and families about treatment, side effects, and self-care
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records
- Adhere to all relevant health and safety regulations and protocols
Required qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid nursing license
- Specialised training or certification in chemotherapy administration
- Experience in administering chemotherapy and providing care in an oncology setting
- Strong knowledge of chemotherapy protocols, potential side effects and safety precautions
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure
- Commitment to continuous professional development
Benefits
- Competitive pay rates paid weekly
- Access to a dedicated consultant for support and advice
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- £500 Refer a Friend Bonus
Before you apply
- Unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in
About the company
Pulse Nursing is a recruitment agency that focuses on understanding specialties and finding best opportunities for professionals. They have preferred or sole supplier status with many clients.