Senior SACT / Chemotherapy Nurse (Ontario)

Senior SACT / Chemotherapy Nurse (Ontario)

22 Sep
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NHS
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Ontario

22 Sep

NHS

Ontario

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey as a Senior SACT Nurse at our state-of-the-art cancer care centre located in Windsor? Join our dedicated team at GenesisCare UK and be part of something extraordinary.
Main duties of the job The Role:
As a Senior SACT Nurse, you are responsible for delivering chemotherapy nursing services to patients within the unit and to deputise for the line manager where required. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact and develop your career.
What You'll Do:
Provide specialist nursing advice and support to patients, their families and other healthcare professionals following diagnosis and through all stages of treatment
Ensure continuity of a high standard of evidence-based nursing care for patients undergoing chemotherapy, assessing health, health related and nursing needs of patients, their families and other carers by identifying and initiating appropriate steps for effective care. This will include: - Managing a patient caseload
Close liaison with medical consultants
Ordering diagnostic tests within agreed parameters
Running nurse-led clinics

Work autonomously whilst providing clinical leadership, ensuring all patients have an accurate plan of care, which reflects the assessment undertaken and incorporates the issues and recommendations made ensuring clear documentation in the patients records
Demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills in intravenous access, the management of central venous catheters, venepuncture, and chemotherapy delivery, including the management of anaphylaxis and extravasation
About us Why GenesisCare?
Our SACT service has been designed to provide an exceptional experience for both patients and clinicians.
You'll work within a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio, with longer appointment times giving you more opportunity to focus on what matters: education, toxicity assessment, holistic care and emotional support.
Rather than focusing on volume, our model is built around clinical excellence and personalised care. You'll work closely with consultants, pharmacists, radiographers, Clinical Nurse Specialists and the wider multidisciplinary team to provide truly holistic cancer care.




We offer patients access to a wide range of SACT and supportive treatments, alongside:
A purpose-built infusion suite with private treatment pods
On-site access to consultant reviews
Pharmacist input when required
Access to the best technology to support your patients journey and wellbeing such as Scalp cooling technology and Hilotherm to help prevent chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy
Dietetic and Speech & Language Therapy support
Exercise Medicine programme available to all patients
Wellbeing support through our partnership with Penny Brohn
Access to clinical trials and innovative treatment approaches
Job responsibilities Invest in your development
At GenesisCare, we want our nurses to keep learning, developing and progressing. As part of the SACT team, you'll have access to:
Funded CPD opportunities
Advanced Life Support (ALS) training
UKONS triage training and accreditation if not already held.
Study days and internal teaching
Attendance at national oncology conferences
Clinical supervision
Leadership pathways
Opportunities to become involved in Quality Improvement projects
Nurse Recognition Awards
For someone who wants to develop your specialist knowledge or take the next step toward clinical leadership, this is an opportunity to help shape the service while building your own career alongside it.
What you'll bring
Were looking for experienced oncology nurses who are confident in SACT delivery
NMC registration
A minimum of 2 years nursing experience within the oncology sector administering chemotherapy/SACT
UKONS SACT Passport, or willingness to complete this within three months
Experience in venepuncture, cannulation and central venous access devices
Experience in oncology telephone triage and recognition/management of neutropenic sepsis




Experience and competence in blood transfusion and bone marrow biopsies
Excellent communication and organisational skills
The ability to make decisions, prioritise and work accurately under pressure
A different way of working
We know that great nursing care needs the right setting.
Our model has been designed to give nurses more time with their patients, supported by a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio, longer appointments and a strong focus on holistic care.
Youll also benefit from:
Predictable working hours
No overnight shifts
A supportive leadership team
Access to counselling and clinical supervision
A structured induction programme
Why GenesisCare?
GenesisCare is the UKs leading independent specialist cancer care provider, bringing together world-class clinicians, advanced treatments and personalised cancer care.
Our approach is simple: treat the whole patient, not just the cancer.
You'll be part of a growing organisation with access to innovative treatments, clinical trials and opportunities to influence how cancer care is delivered.
You'll also receive:
26 days annual leave + bank holidays
Private healthcare and dental cover
Access to advanced cancer treatments for you and your family
Wellbeing support and retail discounts
Free parking
Were looking for experienced Senior SACT Nurses who are passionate about specialist cancer care and committed to delivering an exceptional patient experience.
If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.
Please note: we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of strong applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Person Specification Experience See above job description
Qualifications See above job description
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Depending on experiencePlus excellent benefits + HCAS weighting

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📌 Senior SACT / Chemotherapy Nurse (Ontario)
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📍 Ontario

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