University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Staff Nurse

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Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 5 nurse who strive for high standards of patient care to join our team of highly professional cancer nurses.

The haematology/Oncology unit consists of an acute 17 bedded nursing both haematology and oncology patients. We nurse neutropenic septic patients as well as post bone marrow transplant/immuno-compromised patients, chemotherapy and SACT patients and palliative and patients at the end of their life. We also run a day case Unit specialising in malignant and non-malignant blood disorders, treatments include monoclonal antibodies, chemotherapy, blood products and venesection

The post requires that you have enthusiasm and are keen to learn all about haematology and oncology. You will show a passion for both areas and the opportunity to work across all our departments therefore increasing your knowledge and experience and making you an expert in haematology and oncology care.

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

Main duties of the job

  • Caring for Patients requiring SACT treatment
  • Treatment for SACT related toxicities
  • End of Life Care
  • Symptom Management
  • Post transplant patients
  • Newly diagnosed Haematology and Oncology patients

You will need to have:

  • Nursing registration
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • A strong interest in Cancer and Haematology speciality

If you would like to work with us in developing cancer services for Sussex, then please contact us for further details and to arrange an informal visit. Tel: 01273 696955. Ext 63806/67413/64771

About us

At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of theUK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Details

Date posted

08 January 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

279-5861315-JAN24

Job locations

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE


Job description

Job responsibilities

Work unsupervised providing nursing care as part of the multi-disciplinary team to patients. Communicating with and referring to other healthcare professionals as necessary.

Administer Chemotherapy, Immunotherapies, IV drugs and blood products once trained. Have knowledge of the drugs given for the treatment of cancer and the potential complications and side-effects.

During administration of treatments provide nursing care to ensure patient safety. This includes the immediate management of acute reactions and potential complications during drug administration, for example the extravasation.

Deliver a high standard of individualised holistic patient care to promote and maintain all aspects of his/her physical, social, cultural and psychological well being. Have a sound knowledge of general medicine and basic nursing care.

Maintain full awareness of current regimes, policies and protocols.

To gain the knowledge and expertise in cannulation, venepuncture and the management of central access devices (PICC, Groshong and portacaths) and become an expert in giving IV therapies.

Ensure patients are thoroughly informed prior to their treatment in order to provide informed consent, establishing in particular that they understand:

  • The rationale and aims for the proposed treatment
  • The procedure for their particular SACT regime
  • Potential side-effects and their management
  • Self care whilst on treatment and the use of complementary therapies.
  • Who to contact in the event of any oncological emergencies.
  • Issues relating to fertility and contraception including sperm banking where appropriate.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Work unsupervised providing nursing care as part of the multi-disciplinary team to patients. Communicating with and referring to other healthcare professionals as necessary.

Administer Chemotherapy, Immunotherapies, IV drugs and blood products once trained. Have knowledge of the drugs given for the treatment of cancer and the potential complications and side-effects.

During administration of treatments provide nursing care to ensure patient safety. This includes the immediate management of acute reactions and potential complications during drug administration, for example the extravasation.

Deliver a high standard of individualised holistic patient care to promote and maintain all aspects of his/her physical, social, cultural and psychological well being. Have a sound knowledge of general medicine and basic nursing care.

Maintain full awareness of current regimes, policies and protocols.

To gain the knowledge and expertise in cannulation, venepuncture and the management of central access devices (PICC, Groshong and portacaths) and become an expert in giving IV therapies.

Ensure patients are thoroughly informed prior to their treatment in order to provide informed consent, establishing in particular that they understand:

  • The rationale and aims for the proposed treatment
  • The procedure for their particular SACT regime
  • Potential side-effects and their management
  • Self care whilst on treatment and the use of complementary therapies.
  • Who to contact in the event of any oncological emergencies.
  • Issues relating to fertility and contraception including sperm banking where appropriate.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC Registered Nurse

Desirable

  • Mentorship qualification
  • Chemotherapy course or equivalent experience
  • Experience in supervising junior staff

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Awareness of cancer, treatments, treatment related side effects and symptom control.
  • IT skills

Desirable

  • cannulation, IV administration, venepuncture
  • Recent experience in haematology/oncology nursing
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC Registered Nurse

Desirable

  • Mentorship qualification
  • Chemotherapy course or equivalent experience
  • Experience in supervising junior staff

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Awareness of cancer, treatments, treatment related side effects and symptom control.
  • IT skills

Desirable

  • cannulation, IV administration, venepuncture
  • Recent experience in haematology/oncology nursing

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).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE


Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE


Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Manager

Lucy Armstead

lucy.armstead@nhs.net

07795017908

Details

Date posted

08 January 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

279-5861315-JAN24

Job locations

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE


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