Staff Nurse

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Staff Nurse

The closing date is 14 October 2026

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Job summary

Interviews will be held in person on Saturday the 31st of October 2026.

An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Registered Nurse with a keen interest in cancer services to join our incredible team.

This is a post for a Registered Nurse to work on The Headland Unit - a busy Monday to Friday outpatient treatment area delivering Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT) including chemotherapy and immunotherapy. We are looking for dynamic and motivated individuals who enjoy clinical skills and self development.

We welcome expressions of interest from registered nurses with a minimum of 12 months experience. Experience within this speciality is desired but not essential as we are able to provide a thorough training programme.

To support and enhance our nursing we have in house practice educators who work closely with new starters and guide our nurses to increase their clinical skills.

There is an expectation that nurses will be willing to support our sister inpatient ward, Lowen if required.

On-going education and development is actively encouraged and there is access to degree level modules, as well as opportunities to attend local, national and international conferences.

Informal visits and discussions are encouraged. For further information please contact Claire or Lisa Unit Managers for Headland Unit on or Sarah Caskey, Clinical Matron, on her mobile via .

This is a full-time post, but part time hours could be considered for the right candidate.

Main duties of the job

• To work as a skilled member of the nursing team providing systemic anti-cancer therapy.
• To provide a high standard of compassionate patient centred care.
• To lead and supervise the work of other qualified and unqualified staff within the team.
• To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team.

About us

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is at the heart of acute and specialist care for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We care for a population of around 470,000 people, a number that increases during visitor seasons. We employ around 6,700 staff, united by a shared commitment to deliver safe, high-quality care. We provide services across three main hospital sites, with around 780 inpatient beds:

• Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro
• St Michael's Hospital in Hayle
• West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance

As a teaching hospital, we're proud to work in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School, supporting the next generation of health professionals. We're committed to staying at the forefront of medical advance; investing in our people, developing our facilities, and expanding the specialist care we can offer locally so more patients can receive the care they need closer to home. We have a growing reputation for research and innovation that helps shape better care for the future. The Knowledge Spa, located on our Truro site, is a vibrant hub for medical, nursing and professional education across clinical and non-clinical roles. It plays a vital role in attracting, developing and retaining highly skilled teams.

We are driven by one clear ambition, Outstanding Care for One and All, care that's safe, kind and high-quality. We are RCHT.

Details

Date posted

29 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

156-8285279

Job locations

Royal Cornwall Hospital

Truro

TR1 3LJ

United Kingdom

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Address

Royal Cornwall Hospital

Truro

TR1 3LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Unit Managers

Claire Fullalove/Lisa Hutchison

lisa.hutchison1@nhs.net

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An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Registered Nurse with a keen interest in cancer services to join our incredible team. This is a post for a Registered Nurse to work on The Headland Unit - a busy Monday to Friday outpatient treatment area delivering Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT) including chemotherapy and immunotherapy. We are looking for dynamic and motivated individuals who enjoy clinical skills and self development. We welcome expressions of interest from registered nurses with a minimum of 12 months experience. Experience within this speciality is desired but not essential as we are able to provide a thorough training programme. To support and enhance our nursing we have in house practice educators who work closely with new starters and guide our nurses to increase their clinical skills. There is an expectation that nurses will be willing to support our sister inpatient ward, Lowen if required. On-going education and development is actively encouraged and there is access to degree level modules, as well as opportunities to attend local, national and international conferences.

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is at the heart of acute and specialist care for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We care for a population of around 470,000 people, a number that increases during visitor seasons. We employ around 6,700 staff, united by a shared commitment to deliver safe, high-quality care. We provide services across three main hospital sites, with around 780 inpatient beds:

• Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro
• St Michael's Hospital in Hayle
• West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance
As a teaching hospital, we're proud to work in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School, supporting the next generation of health professionals. We're committed to staying at the forefront of medical advance; investing in our people, developing our facilities, and expanding the specialist care we can offer locally so more patients can receive the care they need closer to home. We have a growing reputation for research and innovation that helps shape better care for the future. The Knowledge Spa, located on our Truro site, is a vibrant hub for medical, nursing and professional education across clinical and non-clinical roles. It plays a vital role in attracting, developing and retaining highly skilled teams. We are driven by one clear ambition, Outstanding Care for One and All, care that's safe, kind and high-quality. We are RCHT.