Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a band 5 Registered Nurse post on Ward 21, Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Ward 21 is a medical ward which specialises in solid Tumours and Haemato-oncological malignancies as well as clinical haematology.
The Ward specialises in the delivery of Systemic Anti Cancer Therapies - SACT, including Chemotherapy, provision of augmented and supportive care .
We are seeking a motivated and committed trained nurse to join our nursing team in a stimulating environment that is committed to fulfilling the need of it's staff as well as patients.
In order to provide the highest quality standard of care we welcome applications from nurses who are kind, compassionate, reliable and have strong team working ethics. The successful candidate will be willing to undergo specialist training in SACT.
Main duties of the job
To provide high quality nursing care in the delivery of cancer care on Ward 21, where appropriate, flexibly across Macmillan Brook Unit and in other areas in the Trust for example Chemotherapy Day Unit.
Act as a named nurse within the team taking responsibility, over an appropriate span of time, in conjunction with the Ward manager and the multidisciplinary team, for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care from admission to discharge within the Ward
The post holder will work in collaboration with the Ward Manager and team in identifying the developmental and educational needs of staff focusing on the care required by patients.
To work as part of the Cancer service within Lewisham and Greenwich Healthcare NHS Trust to facilitate, co-ordinate, lead and support the nursing team to enable high standards of care to be delivered to patients and families.
Participate in regular team / ward meetings to establish and maintain effective communication and improve quality of care
To participate in educational and training opportunities offered by the team to members of staff across the trust.
About us
Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:
- Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
- Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
- Improving the experience of staff with disability
- Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
- Making equalities mainstream
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To demonstrate clinical competence related to the support of patients receiving chemotherapy and other treatments delivered within the service (training provided).
2. To help ensure that care delivery is patient focused and that sound elements of research-based practice are introduced, maintained and audited.
3. To participate in the setting, implementing and evaluation of clinical practice standards within the team and ward / unit, and meeting standards within Clinical Governance and government targets.
4. To act as advocate to patients to ensure a patient-orientated approach to the delivery of care and meeting standards within Clinical Governance and Government targets.
5. To contribute to the maintenance of patient held records, where appropriate.
6. To provide appropriate information to patients and their carers / families regarding their disease, treatment, services available to them, and the mechanism for emergency treatment, particularly in relation to neutropenic sepsis.
7. To provide emotional / spiritual support for patients and their carers / families, referring to other relevant professional where appropriate.
8. Participate in evaluation, audit, and research of nursing care, and incorporate findings into practice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To demonstrate clinical competence related to the support of patients receiving chemotherapy and other treatments delivered within the service (training provided).
2. To help ensure that care delivery is patient focused and that sound elements of research-based practice are introduced, maintained and audited.
3. To participate in the setting, implementing and evaluation of clinical practice standards within the team and ward / unit, and meeting standards within Clinical Governance and government targets.
4. To act as advocate to patients to ensure a patient-orientated approach to the delivery of care and meeting standards within Clinical Governance and Government targets.
5. To contribute to the maintenance of patient held records, where appropriate.
6. To provide appropriate information to patients and their carers / families regarding their disease, treatment, services available to them, and the mechanism for emergency treatment, particularly in relation to neutropenic sepsis.
7. To provide emotional / spiritual support for patients and their carers / families, referring to other relevant professional where appropriate.
8. Participate in evaluation, audit, and research of nursing care, and incorporate findings into practice.
Person Specification
Educational Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level registration with NMC Experience or working in an acute medical setting. ENB 998 or equivalent.
Desirable
- oEvidence of continuing professional development to a degree level or willing to achieve.
Experience
Essential
- oAt least 12 months post registration and experience
- oWillingness to undertake SACT training
- oEvidence of acting as a change agent and role model.
Desirable
- oPrevious experience of leading change. oHas participated in clinical audits
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- oGood understanding of the concepts of clinical governance and shared governance including evidence based practice.
- oDemonstrates knowledge of effective risk management
- oExcellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Desirable
- oEvidence of ability to manage change and motivate staff. oKnowledge and understanding of NICE, and NHS guidance for medical cases and leadership
Personal Qualities
Essential
- oAble to remain calm under pressure. oFlexible and positive approach to new ways of working
- oCaring, stable and adaptable personality
Person Specification
Educational Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level registration with NMC Experience or working in an acute medical setting. ENB 998 or equivalent.
Desirable
- oEvidence of continuing professional development to a degree level or willing to achieve.
Experience
Essential
- oAt least 12 months post registration and experience
- oWillingness to undertake SACT training
- oEvidence of acting as a change agent and role model.
Desirable
- oPrevious experience of leading change. oHas participated in clinical audits
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- oGood understanding of the concepts of clinical governance and shared governance including evidence based practice.
- oDemonstrates knowledge of effective risk management
- oExcellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Desirable
- oEvidence of ability to manage change and motivate staff. oKnowledge and understanding of NICE, and NHS guidance for medical cases and leadership
Personal Qualities
Essential
- oAble to remain calm under pressure. oFlexible and positive approach to new ways of working
- oCaring, stable and adaptable personality
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
