Staff Nurse - Judy Beard Day Unit | East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Staff Nurse to join the team on the Judy Beard Day Unit.

We are seeking a dynamic registered nurse with an interest in Haematology and Oncology nursing to become part of our busy, supportive, and friendly team.

The Judy Beard Day Unit delivers a wide range of intravenous treatments, including Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT) such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, supportive treatments, monoclonal antibody therapies, and other specialist infusions.

Comprehensive specialist training and support will be provided to the successful candidate.

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We are looking for a registered nurse who

• Holds current NMC registration.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrates compassion, professionalism, and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient care.

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with NMC registration.

Desirable

• Minimum of 18 months post-registration experience.
• Experience in oncology, haematology, or day unit nursing.
• Experience of chemotherapy or immunotherapy administration.
• Competence in venepuncture, cannulation, central venous access devices, and IV therapy.

For candidates without these skills, training and development opportunities will be provided.

Following completion of training, you will be expected to

• Assess, plan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality patient care.
• Safely administer Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) in accordance with Trust policies and national guidance.
• Prioritise and manage patient care within a busy treatment environment.
• Monitor patients receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and supportive treatments.
• Respond sensitively to the physical and emotional needs of patients and their families.
• Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to ensure excellent patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and uphold professional standards at all times.

You will also have the opportunity to gain experience in supplementary medical infusions and monoclonal antibody therapies.

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

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Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role, responsibilities, and person requirements.

If you would like any further information or would like to discuss the position in more detail, please do not hesitate to contact us. We would be delighted to answer any questions and discuss what it is like to work within the Judy Beard Day Unit and East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.

We look forward to receiving your application.

This advert closes on Thursday 12 Nov 2026