Job summary
Are you an enthusiastic, dynamic, clinical nurse, with an interest in Research, wanting to make the next step in your career?
Within research we currently have a Band 5 position available within the Cancer Research Team based at the QE site.
So, if you are experienced in Oncology and the delivery of Cancer Therapies, our post could be an exciting opportunity for you to expand your knowledge and skills in the field of research.
In this role you will be part of a team delivering high quality research from a range of commercial and academic studies from complex interventional studies through to observational studies. You will develop an in-depth knowledge of trial protocols; research processes and you will support the delivery of our expanding research portfolios. You will have the opportunity to further develop interpersonal communication, organization, time management, & documentation skills.
You will administer a range of therapeutic cancer treatments for trials across a range of disease areas within the oncology field, including but not limited to; chemotherapy, immunotherapy and monoclonal antibody therapies.
If you have a passion to make a difference, enthusiasm to deliver exciting research, possess good communication skills and attention to detail, then we want to hear from you.
For more information please contact:
Daniella Lynch- Senior Research Sister
Tel: 0121 371 8782 or Daniella.Lynch3@uhb.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
Essential Criteria for applying for this post:
*Displays genuine interest in the post applied for and can articulate this when questioned
*Registered level 1 Adult Nurse on the NMC register
*Previous / recent experience or working in an acute secondary NHS care setting
*Competent in managing the care of a group of patients / shift management and clinical leadership relevant to the practise setting
*Experience of working on own and in a team in a health care environment delegating to others within a team / providing supervision to others
*Competent in a range of clinical skills willingness to undertake expanded practices relevant to the scope of practice required
*Evidence of achievements and career development in current post and of ongoing professional development/ competence
*Good IT skills/ ability to record information electronically
*Positive and enthusiastic attitude
*Ability to communicate articulately
*Experience working in an Oncology setting
*Experience in delivering Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT trained)
About us
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.
Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to:
Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.
UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work.
University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital.
Job description
Job responsibilities
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*
Job description
Job responsibilities
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *Registered Level 1 Adult Nurse on the NMC Register
- *Evidence and ability to revalidate as required by the NMC
- *Relevant degree or equivalent in nursing
Experience
Essential
- *Previous / recent experience or working in an acute secondary NHS care setting
- *Evidence of achievements and career development in current post and of ongoing professional development/ competence
- *Experience of working on own and in a team in a health care environment delegating to others within a team / providing supervision to others
- *Willingness to become a Mentor to or meets Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) requirements for mentorship
- *Understanding and knowledge of the NMC code of conduct
- *Understanding of preceptorship and work-based learning and assimilation of skills and knowledge
- *Awareness of current relevant NHS policy context
- *Understanding / experience of the principles of safeguarding and Mental Capacity
- *Awareness of health and safety issues
Desirable
- *Experience working in an Oncology setting
- *Experience in delivering Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT trained)
Additional Criteria
Essential
- *Professional appearance
- *Displays genuine interest in the post applied for and can articulate this when questioned
- *Positive and enthusiastic attitude
- *Ability to communicate articulately others
- *Caring and approachable
- *Punctual, reliable
- *Ability to work a varied shift pattern including nights / weekends unsocial hours where required
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *Registered Level 1 Adult Nurse on the NMC Register
- *Evidence and ability to revalidate as required by the NMC
- *Relevant degree or equivalent in nursing
Experience
Essential
- *Previous / recent experience or working in an acute secondary NHS care setting
- *Evidence of achievements and career development in current post and of ongoing professional development/ competence
- *Experience of working on own and in a team in a health care environment delegating to others within a team / providing supervision to others
- *Willingness to become a Mentor to or meets Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) requirements for mentorship
- *Understanding and knowledge of the NMC code of conduct
- *Understanding of preceptorship and work-based learning and assimilation of skills and knowledge
- *Awareness of current relevant NHS policy context
- *Understanding / experience of the principles of safeguarding and Mental Capacity
- *Awareness of health and safety issues
Desirable
- *Experience working in an Oncology setting
- *Experience in delivering Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT trained)
Additional Criteria
Essential
- *Professional appearance
- *Displays genuine interest in the post applied for and can articulate this when questioned
- *Positive and enthusiastic attitude
- *Ability to communicate articulately others
- *Caring and approachable
- *Punctual, reliable
- *Ability to work a varied shift pattern including nights / weekends unsocial hours where required
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
