Job summary
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 Staff Nurse who has interest in developing their Systematic Anticancer Therapy skills based at Chartwell Chemotherapy Day Unit. You should have experience in haematology, oncology or an acute setting . King College NHS foundation has two Chemotherapy Day Unit (CDU) sites working closely together, Denmark Hill and PRUH Chartwell CDU.This a developmental role for the post holder to develop Systematic Anticancer Therapy (SACT) training and will help play a key role in the delivering of SACT and be part of the team that is improving patients experience for both malignant and non-malignant conditions. King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is Centre of excellence for Haematological malignancy and Liver Centre, we have ongoing clinical trials at both local, national and international.
We work collaboratively across the South East as part of South East London Cancer Alliance (SELCA). We are also part of King's Health Partners and have close links with Guy's Cancer Academy and King's College London.
Main duties of the job
- Experience and interest in caring for patients with Haematology and Oncology conditions.
- Competent in IV administration (training will also be provided).
- Willingness to expand their clinical practice including SACT accredited course and UKONS SACT passport.
- Competent in managing Central Venous Access Device (CVAD) (training will be provided IV Therapy Passport).
- Should be able to plan, document, deliver and evaluate evidence-based nursing care for cancer patients undergoing treatment in a responsible and efficient way.
- Should be able to develop a greater awareness and understanding of the needs of patients with cancer and the different treatment modalities administered within the unit.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Responsibilities
- Be an advocate for patients undergoing cancer treatment.
- To provide expert, holistic care of a high standard to both the patients receiving chemotherapy and their relatives within the King's College Hospital.
- Working alongside B6 registered nurses (RN), manage case-load and be responsible for safe chemotherapy delivery in accordance with national and the trust guidance on the delivery of Systematic.
- Anticancer Therapy (SACT), & cytotoxic therapy for non-cancer indications across the Trust.
- To act as a positive role model to junior staff members, particular emphasis is put at King's on the need to ensure that all staff recognize their responsibility to deliver services in a high quality, courteous, patient focused manner and to maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Responsibilities
- Be an advocate for patients undergoing cancer treatment.
- To provide expert, holistic care of a high standard to both the patients receiving chemotherapy and their relatives within the King's College Hospital.
- Working alongside B6 registered nurses (RN), manage case-load and be responsible for safe chemotherapy delivery in accordance with national and the trust guidance on the delivery of Systematic.
- Anticancer Therapy (SACT), & cytotoxic therapy for non-cancer indications across the Trust.
- To act as a positive role model to junior staff members, particular emphasis is put at King's on the need to ensure that all staff recognize their responsibility to deliver services in a high quality, courteous, patient focused manner and to maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RN1) with active NMC registration at time of starting appointment.
- Willingness to work towards a recognised SACT course and complete UKONS SACT Passport
Desirable
- First degree or a willingness to work towards this.
- Mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards this.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience in Cancer care/Haematology & Oncology.
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Communication skills - able to relate and communicate with patients and staff at all levels and from different professions. Adapts communication style as necessary and is able to work with and through others.
- Team building and working skills - able to lead a team to achieve results
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RN1) with active NMC registration at time of starting appointment.
- Willingness to work towards a recognised SACT course and complete UKONS SACT Passport
Desirable
- First degree or a willingness to work towards this.
- Mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards this.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience in Cancer care/Haematology & Oncology.
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Communication skills - able to relate and communicate with patients and staff at all levels and from different professions. Adapts communication style as necessary and is able to work with and through others.
- Team building and working skills - able to lead a team to achieve results
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).
