Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated nurse to join the management team at Hamwic House as a Sister/Charge Nurse. Hamwic House is a purpose built unit at University Hospital Southampton which houses the SACT (Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies) treatment area, oncology outpatient clinics, phlebotomy services, and much more. This is an exciting time to join a wonderful team and be a part of the team and service caring for cancer patients at UHS.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will join Hamwic House which is part of a regional cancer centre providing specialist care for Oncology patients. Hamwic House provides several services such as anti cancer treatments, supportive therapies, blood product infusions, phlebotomy and PICC line insertions to Oncology patients aged 25 and above in an outpatient setting. The unit supports the wider area by providing an outreach service to treat patients closer to home. This service takes place at Lymington hospital, with scope to develop this service further, meeting the NHS England target of treating patients closer to home.
As a Hamwic House Band 6 you will be expected to undertake audits to ensure patient safety and clinical quality, and be proactive in initiating changes to support improvements to the service. You will be managing a small team of nurses, HCAS, and housekeepers by completing annual appraisals, supporting training needs of the team, and being involved in management processes. As well a managerial responsibilities as a cancer care band 6 you will be expected to carry the cancer care staffing bleep. This will involve supporting the inpatient and outpatient wards by ensuring safe staffing levels and problem solving issues as they arise. You will become a highly skilled professional leading to opportunities for future career development from ACP, CNS and managerial roles.
Hamwic house will see over 100 patients a day, which includes patients for clinic appointments, blood tests and treatments. The unit comprises of 18 treating spaces 2 side rooms, 1 procedure room, 12 clinic rooms, 5 virtual clinic rooms and phlebotomy room. Our service operates 8am-8pm Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm Saturday and a blood taking service on Sunday 8am-4pm.
You will be in charge of the day to day running of the unit You will assist the Band 7 team in service improvement projects You will be a role model to you fellow colleagues and offer managerial support. You will undertake managerial task such as IPRs, sickness reviews and HR processs You will carry the Cancer care staffing bleep. You will provide ongoing care Oncology patients Participate in individual care needs of patients and develop appropriate care plans to implement and evaluate Monitor patient care and interventions appropriately Recognise deterioration in patients condition at an early stage, (including neutropenic patients) Refer to the senior nurse and medical team appropriately You will be encouraged to develop your knowledge and skills in cancer nursing IV skills including cannulation and phlebotomy You will be able to administer SACT and supportive therapies to Oncology patients. You will be able to deliver Chemotherapy closer to patients homes in our outreach services. You will have the opportunity to learn specialised skills such as assisting with IT chemotherapy, Inserting NG tubes, become an expert in caring for CVADs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will join Hamwic House which is part of a regional cancer centre providing specialist care for Oncology patients. Hamwic House provides several services such as anti cancer treatments, supportive therapies, blood product infusions, phlebotomy and PICC line insertions to Oncology patients aged 25 and above in an outpatient setting. The unit supports the wider area by providing an outreach service to treat patients closer to home. This service takes place at Lymington hospital, with scope to develop this service further, meeting the NHS England target of treating patients closer to home.
As a Hamwic House Band 6 you will be expected to undertake audits to ensure patient safety and clinical quality, and be proactive in initiating changes to support improvements to the service. You will be managing a small team of nurses, HCAS, and housekeepers by completing annual appraisals, supporting training needs of the team, and being involved in management processes. As well a managerial responsibilities as a cancer care band 6 you will be expected to carry the cancer care staffing bleep. This will involve supporting the inpatient and outpatient wards by ensuring safe staffing levels and problem solving issues as they arise. You will become a highly skilled professional leading to opportunities for future career development from ACP, CNS and managerial roles.
Hamwic house will see over 100 patients a day, which includes patients for clinic appointments, blood tests and treatments. The unit comprises of 18 treating spaces 2 side rooms, 1 procedure room, 12 clinic rooms, 5 virtual clinic rooms and phlebotomy room. Our service operates 8am-8pm Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm Saturday and a blood taking service on Sunday 8am-4pm.
You will be in charge of the day to day running of the unit You will assist the Band 7 team in service improvement projects You will be a role model to you fellow colleagues and offer managerial support. You will undertake managerial task such as IPRs, sickness reviews and HR processs You will carry the Cancer care staffing bleep. You will provide ongoing care Oncology patients Participate in individual care needs of patients and develop appropriate care plans to implement and evaluate Monitor patient care and interventions appropriately Recognise deterioration in patients condition at an early stage, (including neutropenic patients) Refer to the senior nurse and medical team appropriately You will be encouraged to develop your knowledge and skills in cancer nursing IV skills including cannulation and phlebotomy You will be able to administer SACT and supportive therapies to Oncology patients. You will be able to deliver Chemotherapy closer to patients homes in our outreach services. You will have the opportunity to learn specialised skills such as assisting with IT chemotherapy, Inserting NG tubes, become an expert in caring for CVADs.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
- Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
- Significant post registration experience and/ or qualification, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality
- Ward management experience
- Provide evidence of supporting /managing a range of learners in practice
- Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
- Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement
- Commitment to the post and Care Group responsibilities
Desirable
- Experience in handling adverse events and complaints
- Appraisal skills
- Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
- Some insight into budget management
Skills and competencies
Essential
- Microsoft Office skills
- Communication
- Problem solving
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- General IT skills
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
- Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
- Significant post registration experience and/ or qualification, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality
- Ward management experience
- Provide evidence of supporting /managing a range of learners in practice
- Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
- Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement
- Commitment to the post and Care Group responsibilities
Desirable
- Experience in handling adverse events and complaints
- Appraisal skills
- Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
- Some insight into budget management
Skills and competencies
Essential
- Microsoft Office skills
- Communication
- Problem solving
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- General IT skills
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).
