Job summary
The Woodlands Day Unit is expanding its nursing team. We have a rare and exciting opportunity for a nurse looking to develop their experience by working at the Woodlands Day unit.
The Day unit treats patients with malignant and non-malignant haematology conditions and offer supportive treatments to a wider group of Oncology patients .
Treatments include Intravenous and Oral Systemic Anti-Cancer treatments ,Blood products ,hormone injections ,CVC line care , IV Infusions . We also deliver intravenous therapies to Rheumatology and Gastroenterology patients .
You will ideally have at least 18 months post registration experience ,venepuncture and cannulation skills be IV competent and have a keen interest in Haematology/Oncology.
As part of Barts Health Chemotherapy service the woodlands team can access the training and development opportunities provided across the Trust. We have a strong and diverse nursing team which can support the development of juniors. . Our nurses are supported to work autonomously, as required in day care units. Band 5 nurses are given the opportunity to attend the Chemotherapy Course run at St Bartholomew's Hospital and to gain chemotherapy accreditation on completion of the London Chemotherapy Passport. All our new nurses are supported by the whole team, to achieve objectives and competencies.
PREVIOUS CANDIDATES NEED NOT APPLY
Main duties of the job
Our nurses work 4x shifts per week -(4 x 9.5 hr shifts),
The unit is open Monday Tuesday, closed Wednesday and open Thursday ,Friday. We are able to offer posts to both full time and part time staff
The aim of this post is to support the development of a junior cancer nurse to develop a wide range of skills, and provide cancer care in a day care setting. The post holder will provide direct care to oncology and haemato-oncology patients who are receiving either oncological treatment or supportive care. Whilst under the supervision of senior colleagues whilst acquiring and developing the specialist skills and knowledge to meet the needs of this patient group.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties of the job
- To provide a high standard of nursing care to meet the needs of patients with supervision and support from senior colleagues
- To identify clinical changes in patients and make safe and appropriate decisions in partnership with senior colleagues, seeking timely advice whenever necessary
- With decreasing levels of supervision the nurse will plan, implement and evaluate care based on our model of nursing ensuring that the needs of each individual patient are addressed
- Be responsible for the accurate recording of clinical observations and data relating to patients care, ensuring that progress is maintained and reviewed.
- Be able to present and discuss relevant issues with senior colleagues and the multi-disciplinary team
- To communicate with patients and families with empathy and reassurance regarding assessment, care and treatment.
- To be able to apply good knowledge of infection control to practical situations and ensure that patients are cared for as safely as possible.
Recognise when situations are beyond own scope of competence and inform the shift leader promptly
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties of the job
- To provide a high standard of nursing care to meet the needs of patients with supervision and support from senior colleagues
- To identify clinical changes in patients and make safe and appropriate decisions in partnership with senior colleagues, seeking timely advice whenever necessary
- With decreasing levels of supervision the nurse will plan, implement and evaluate care based on our model of nursing ensuring that the needs of each individual patient are addressed
- Be responsible for the accurate recording of clinical observations and data relating to patients care, ensuring that progress is maintained and reviewed.
- Be able to present and discuss relevant issues with senior colleagues and the multi-disciplinary team
- To communicate with patients and families with empathy and reassurance regarding assessment, care and treatment.
- To be able to apply good knowledge of infection control to practical situations and ensure that patients are cared for as safely as possible.
Recognise when situations are beyond own scope of competence and inform the shift leader promptly
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
- 18 months post registration experience
- Evidence of mentoring and development of staff
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate an ability to listen and comprehend
- Ability to prioritise and organize workload
- Ability to manage potentially difficult situations
- Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate interventions and/or treatments Ability to develop own skills and knowledge
- Physiological assessment of acutely unwell patient
- Demonstrate a positive welcoming approach
- Ability to be supportive and empathetic
- To be able to communicate information in a timely, concise and accurate manner
- Patient focused - committed to ensuring a positive hospital experience for patients and the relatives/carers
Desirable
- Propose service developments
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate knowledge of good infection control principles and how to apply them in practice
Desirable
- Awareness of current professional issues
- Ability to support and mentor learners
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or equivalent with live NMC registration
Desirable
- Recognized teaching and assessing qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
- 18 months post registration experience
- Evidence of mentoring and development of staff
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate an ability to listen and comprehend
- Ability to prioritise and organize workload
- Ability to manage potentially difficult situations
- Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate interventions and/or treatments Ability to develop own skills and knowledge
- Physiological assessment of acutely unwell patient
- Demonstrate a positive welcoming approach
- Ability to be supportive and empathetic
- To be able to communicate information in a timely, concise and accurate manner
- Patient focused - committed to ensuring a positive hospital experience for patients and the relatives/carers
Desirable
- Propose service developments
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate knowledge of good infection control principles and how to apply them in practice
Desirable
- Awareness of current professional issues
- Ability to support and mentor learners
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or equivalent with live NMC registration
Desirable
- Recognized teaching and assessing qualification
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).
