Community Chemotherapy Nurse – Aberdeenshire £43,700 per annum plus car | Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm | Permanent
Are you an experienced chemotherapy nurse with a current SACT passport who’s looking for a better work–life balance without stepping away from high-quality clinical care? This permanent Community Chemotherapy Nurse role offers the opportunity to deliver specialist oncology treatments to patients in their own homes across Aberdeenshire — with no shift work and no weekends.
This position is ideal for nurses with strong chemotherapy experience who are interested in moving into community nursing. Previous community experience isn’t essential; you’ll be supported to make the transition while developing autonomy, managing your own caseload, and building meaningful relationships with patients.
What’s on Offer
Salary: £43,700 per year
Company car, or car allowance of £4800
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm
Work–life balance: No evenings, weekends, or bank holidays
Location: Community-based role covering Aberdeenshire, with mileage paid
About the Service
You’ll be joining a nationally established provider of specialist cancer care, known for delivering nurse-led oncology services outside of the hospital environment. The organisation has robust clinical governance in place and a service model that supports safe, independent practice in the community.
Key Duties
Provide chemotherapy and supportive cancer treatments within patients’ homes
Carry out blood sampling, toxicity assessments, and ongoing clinical monitoring
Administer IV and oral chemotherapy, manage pump disconnections, and maintain venous access devices
Deliver IM and subcutaneous injections in line with clinical guidelines
About You
Registered Nurse with a valid NMC pin
Background in oncology, haematology, or chemotherapy nursing with a current SACT passport
Confident in cannulation and venepuncture
Full UK driving licence
If you’re thinking about taking your oncology nursing career into the community — even if this would be your first community-based role — we’d be happy to discuss the opportunity with you. Please contact Gemma at Leaders in Care on 01614166693 for further details.