Job summary
We currently have a vacancy for an experienced, registered nurse, to become part of the team within Oncology Outpatients & Chemotherapy Day Case Unit, within the Clinical Sciences, Cancer and Diagnostics Division at Derriford Hospital. Flexible shift patterns are worked.
Applicants should have worked for at least two years as a Band 5 nurse, ideally with some Oncology experience. Venepuncture & cannulation skills are an advantage. Within the unit, the nurse will co-ordinate outpatient clinics, administer Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT), and provide support to patients & relatives/carers on a day to day basis.
An induction period for new staff is provided; training & ongoing study days/sessions will be available.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS at Risk staff throughout Devon who is able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
For further information and an informal discussion/visit, please telephone, Tracy Taylor Senior Sister via 01752 430290.
Main duties of the job
Venepuncture & cannulation
Will run nurse led injection/supportive med's clinic
Nurse will co-ordinate outpatient clinics
Administer SACT and provide support to patients & relatives/carers on a day to day basis.
Responsible for co-ordinating and delivering a high standard of effective specialist nursing/practitioner care following a patient centred model of practice and ensuring area of work runs smoothly and efficiently.
To provide clinical expertise and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Supervision, education and direction of junior staff, healthcare assistants and learners.
Work independently/autonomously without direct supervision, having freedom to act whilst being accountable for own professional action.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
Providing and delivering a high standard of nursing care by initiating and co-coordinating the assessment, planning, implementing and evaluation of individual patients needs based on the ward philosophy. This includes all aspects of care from admission to the planning & organisation of discharge arrangements with voluntary & statutory agencies to ensure continuity of care from the hospital to the community or continuing care setting.
Reporting and documenting all relevant nursing/patient needs, communicating changes with other health care professionals in the multi-disciplinary team with ongoing responsibility for patient care, both verbally & in writing, as they occur.
Providing and delivering health information, education & promotion within the clinical area and advise patient, family, and others in a manner which maintains an individuals privacy & dignity.
Engage & interact with carers/family encouraging them to be actively involved in patients care, planning as outlined in the ward philosophy.
Supports patients, their families & carers during the delivery of bad news, caring for the terminally ill and in the event of death.
Demonstrating and undertaking evidence-based practice playing an active part in the introduction of this evidence to improve patient centred care, e.g. mouth care, skin care, post radiotherapy, chemotherapy & transplantation.
Supervising, assessing, mentoring and supporting junior Registered Nurses and Health Care Professionals including bank and agency staff in the clinical setting.
Increasing the level of knowledge and skills within the Ward/Directorate through sharing best practice and supporting others to develop their professional abilities.
Implementing and sharing good infection control practice. Ensure adequate precautions taken to minimise the risk of cross infection in relation to the safe disposal of bodily fluids (including blood).
- Undertaking manual handling assessments and ensuring identified actions are met, minimizing risks to patients & staff
For further details please see the attached JD & PS
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
Providing and delivering a high standard of nursing care by initiating and co-coordinating the assessment, planning, implementing and evaluation of individual patients needs based on the ward philosophy. This includes all aspects of care from admission to the planning & organisation of discharge arrangements with voluntary & statutory agencies to ensure continuity of care from the hospital to the community or continuing care setting.
Reporting and documenting all relevant nursing/patient needs, communicating changes with other health care professionals in the multi-disciplinary team with ongoing responsibility for patient care, both verbally & in writing, as they occur.
Providing and delivering health information, education & promotion within the clinical area and advise patient, family, and others in a manner which maintains an individuals privacy & dignity.
Engage & interact with carers/family encouraging them to be actively involved in patients care, planning as outlined in the ward philosophy.
Supports patients, their families & carers during the delivery of bad news, caring for the terminally ill and in the event of death.
Demonstrating and undertaking evidence-based practice playing an active part in the introduction of this evidence to improve patient centred care, e.g. mouth care, skin care, post radiotherapy, chemotherapy & transplantation.
Supervising, assessing, mentoring and supporting junior Registered Nurses and Health Care Professionals including bank and agency staff in the clinical setting.
Increasing the level of knowledge and skills within the Ward/Directorate through sharing best practice and supporting others to develop their professional abilities.
Implementing and sharing good infection control practice. Ensure adequate precautions taken to minimise the risk of cross infection in relation to the safe disposal of bodily fluids (including blood).
- Undertaking manual handling assessments and ensuring identified actions are met, minimizing risks to patients & staff
For further details please see the attached JD & PS
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- oProven registration demonstrable experience in a relevant clinical area
- oProven evidence of recent Continuing Professional development.
Desirable
- oVenepuncture & Cannulation skills.
- oIV drug & chemotherapy administration.
- oCVAD competencies
Qualifications
Essential
- oFirst level registered Nurse
Desirable
- oRelevant Degree.
- oComputer literate.
- oRelevant leadership course
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- oExcellent interpersonal skills
- oExcellent communication skills Professional & proactive attitude, including the ability to problem solve utilising resources available
- oSelf-motivated and the ability to motivate others
Desirable
- oDemonstrate potential management abilities (Supervision & staff support skills)
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- oProven registration demonstrable experience in a relevant clinical area
- oProven evidence of recent Continuing Professional development.
Desirable
- oVenepuncture & Cannulation skills.
- oIV drug & chemotherapy administration.
- oCVAD competencies
Qualifications
Essential
- oFirst level registered Nurse
Desirable
- oRelevant Degree.
- oComputer literate.
- oRelevant leadership course
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- oExcellent interpersonal skills
- oExcellent communication skills Professional & proactive attitude, including the ability to problem solve utilising resources available
- oSelf-motivated and the ability to motivate others
Desirable
- oDemonstrate potential management abilities (Supervision & staff support 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).
