Job summary
Are you a Cancer care nurse with a good understanding of haematology?Do you want to be part of a service transformation and looking for a new challenge?An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated and dynamic nurse to join our Apheresis Unit as a Band 6 Apheresis Sister, permanent staff.
We are an expanding service dedicated to developing a strong nurse led team, in an exciting specialised area. Our team is enthusiastic, innovative, well-motivated and dedicated to high standards of care. The team provides patient centred, holistic care to patients undergoing apheresis with training provided for all aspects of care. The procedures undertaken include stem cell harvest, therapeutic plasma exchange and leucodepletion, donor lymphocyte harvests and red cell exchange for sickle cell patients. The service is always evolving, and our most recent service development has included harvesting patietnts for CAR-T therapy and developing and 24-7 on call service.
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
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
WHAT YOULL DO The Band 6 Apheresis sister is responsible for patients undergoing apheresis procedures, practicing autonomously and as a core member of the multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will support the coordination of the apheresis service. They will provide advice, education and support to patients, their carers and other health care professionals. They will practice clinically in agreed care settings and support the Lead Nurse for apheresis regarding the overall management of the service. The post holder will work across professional; departmental and Trust boundaries as required to develop and support patient-centred seamless care with responsibility for nurse-led care within apheresis. With the Lead Nurse for Apheresis the post holder will ensure the apheresis service meets the requirements of JACIE and HTA. They will work with the Quality manager to achieve this by contribution to reviewing policies and protocols and incident reporting. Our service operates 8am-8pm Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm Saturday- Sunday, with an apheresis on call service for out of hours haematological emergencies.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR You will be competent and confident in Apheresis procedure, You will be involved in service improvement projects to develop the evolving service. You will manage a team through change, where youll need to demonstrate excellent communication, clinical decision- making, professional development and a strong commitment to developing others. You will have an understanding of how to improve and provide safe, quality care for patients and their relatives. You will provide ongoing care for Haematology and Oncology patients. IV skills including cannulation and phlebotomy. You will be able to administer SACT and supportive therapies to Haematology patients. You will become a part of the Apheresis on call service.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
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.
At UHS we are committed to providing a flexible working environment. We believe that it benefits everyone if we achieve a positive work-life balance. Whether you are balancing family, study or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
Were proud to have been voted in the Top Five acute Trusts for our commitment to supporting our staff to achieve work-life balance.
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 and life insurance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
WHAT YOULL DO The Band 6 Apheresis sister is responsible for patients undergoing apheresis procedures, practicing autonomously and as a core member of the multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will support the coordination of the apheresis service. They will provide advice, education and support to patients, their carers and other health care professionals. They will practice clinically in agreed care settings and support the Lead Nurse for apheresis regarding the overall management of the service. The post holder will work across professional; departmental and Trust boundaries as required to develop and support patient-centred seamless care with responsibility for nurse-led care within apheresis. With the Lead Nurse for Apheresis the post holder will ensure the apheresis service meets the requirements of JACIE and HTA. They will work with the Quality manager to achieve this by contribution to reviewing policies and protocols and incident reporting. Our service operates 8am-8pm Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm Saturday- Sunday, with an apheresis on call service for out of hours haematological emergencies.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR You will be competent and confident in Apheresis procedure, You will be involved in service improvement projects to develop the evolving service. You will manage a team through change, where youll need to demonstrate excellent communication, clinical decision- making, professional development and a strong commitment to developing others. You will have an understanding of how to improve and provide safe, quality care for patients and their relatives. You will provide ongoing care for Haematology and Oncology patients. IV skills including cannulation and phlebotomy. You will be able to administer SACT and supportive therapies to Haematology patients. You will become a part of the Apheresis on call service.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
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.
At UHS we are committed to providing a flexible working environment. We believe that it benefits everyone if we achieve a positive work-life balance. Whether you are balancing family, study or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
Were proud to have been voted in the Top Five acute Trusts for our commitment to supporting our staff to achieve work-life balance.
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 and life insurance.
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
- Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Extensive post registration experience, including considerable senior band 5 experience cancer care.
- Knowledge of current issues within acute health service
- Competent in IV therapy and Chemotherapy
- Competent in Apheresis procedures
Desirable
- Management experience
- Budgetary control
- Audit experience
Skills
Essential
- Clear verbal and written communication
- Prioritisation and deliver to agreed objectives, escalating when necessary
- Taking the initiative
- Delegation
- Teamwork
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
- Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Extensive post registration experience, including considerable senior band 5 experience cancer care.
- Knowledge of current issues within acute health service
- Competent in IV therapy and Chemotherapy
- Competent in Apheresis procedures
Desirable
- Management experience
- Budgetary control
- Audit experience
Skills
Essential
- Clear verbal and written communication
- Prioritisation and deliver to agreed objectives, escalating when necessary
- Taking the initiative
- Delegation
- Teamwork
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
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).
