Staff Nurse (Band 6) - Medical Day Unit

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Staff Nurse (Band 6) - Medical Day Unit The closing date is 26 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Staff Nurse with postregistration experience, desirably in oncology, to join the Medical Day Unit (MDU) at theRoyal Marsden in Chelsea. The MDU is a fast-paced clinical environment specialising in theadministration of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT), supportive care and clinical trials. The Royal Marsden is a leading centre in cancer care and research and provides staff withexcellent opportunities for professional and personal development in a well-resourcedenvironment. You will need to be a registered nurse with intravenous medication administrationexperience. Venepuncture, cannulation and SACT administration skills are desirable but notessential as training will be provided. You will possess excellent oral and writtencommunication skills and sound clinical assessment and management qualities to effectivelyco-ordinate a shift and clinically review patients prior to their SACT. Main duties of the job To work collaboratively, as part of the multidisciplinary team, to co-ordinate high-quality, evidence-based nursing care for patients. To lead the assessment and management of the complex needs of patients with cancer receiving SACT. To ensure patients are educated on SACT, including clinical trials, administered on the unit. About us The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements. Details Date posted 14 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £47,951 to £56,863 a year pro rata per annum including inner London HCAS Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 282-C69 Job locations The Royal Marsden - Chelsea Chelsea SW3 6JJ United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Descriptionand Person Specification: Work collaboratively, within the multidisciplinary team, to create a safe patient environment inwhi