Looking for staff nurse jobs in Bristol? Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is hiring a Band 5 Staff Nurse at the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre and Weston General Hospital.
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Staff Nurse Jobs in Bristol: Overview
| Job Title | Staff Nurse (Band 5) |
| Employer | Bristol NHS Foundation Trust |
| Location | Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre, Bristol |
| Salary | £32,073–£39,043 per year |
| Job Type | Permanent, full-time or part-time |
| Experience | Appropriate post-registration experience in haematology or oncology preferred |
| Visa Sponsorship | Not available – current UK NMC registration required |
| Closing Date | 09 November 2026 |
| Vacancy Reference | 387-SPS6479-GB-B |
About the Employer
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust runs the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre, the regional specialist centre for oncology, haematology and palliative care in the South West of England. The trust also operates services at Weston General Hospital.
Job Responsibilities
- Deliver patient-centred care on specialist haematology and oncology inpatient wards and day units
- Work across inpatient, ambulatory, emergency and day-case settings
- Develop skills specific to haematology and oncology care
- Support patients through the full cancer pathway from acute presentation to end-of-life care
- Participate in rotation, mentorship and progression opportunities within the service
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including doctors, advanced practitioners and support staff
Requirements
- Nursing degree and current NMC registration (or due to qualify)
- Appropriate post-registration experience in haematology or oncology nursing
- Competency in medication administration including intravenous medication
- Ability to take the lead in response to the deteriorating patient
- Organisation and management skills and ability to work under pressure
- Flexible working practices for a 24-hour service
- Not required: prior experience for some newly qualified applicants where preceptorship is offered
Visa Sponsorship and International Applicants
This listing is not open to applicants outside the UK. Applicants must have current UK professional registration with the NMC. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
Salary and Benefits
- NHS pension and staff benefits
- Structured preceptorship support for newly qualified nurses
- Ongoing training and clinical development
- Flexible working options including full-time, part-time and secondment
- Specialist oncology and haematology setting
- NHS pension and benefits
- Development and rotation opportunities
- Current UK NMC registration required
- Visa sponsorship not available
- Closing date 9 November 2026
How to Apply
Apply through NHS Jobs. Submit your application online before the closing date. A CV and supporting information matching the person specification are required.
Application Tips
- State a preferred clinical area (inpatient ward, stem cell, chemotherapy day unit or Weston) in your application
- Highlight any experience with intravenous medication and deteriorating patient response
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