Job summary
We have a rare and exciting opportunity for a Registered Nursing Associate role on the Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT) units, working primarily at the Hurstwood Park Haematology/Oncology unit at Princess Royal Hospital, with also some of the time spent at the Sussex Cancer Centre at Royal Sussex County Hospital. We are looking for someone who strives for high standards of patient care to join our friendly, dedicated and highly professional team. This would involve being an integral part of the ongoing development, implementation and improvement of venesection clinics for patients with haemochromatosis and polycythaemia & running the PICC line clinic. These take place at our unit at Princess Royal Hospital, with the potential for additional clinical duties taking place at the Sussex Cancer Centre, both on our SACT unit floor and in the Sussex Cancer Centre Outpatient Department.
The post requires you have skills in venepuncture, cannulation and good communication.
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
Take personal responsibility for ensuring that patients are treated with courtesy at all times, their individual needs are respected, and confidentiality is maintained at all times.
Provide high quality patient care, appropriate to patient needs. Be responsible for a group of patients under the supervision of a registered practitioner.
Under supervision of the registered practitioner, complete patient assessment, plan and implement the care, evaluating its effectiveness whilst ensuring high standards of patient care.
Under supervision of registered practitioner use knowledge and skills to make judgements on effectiveness of programmes of care, discussing changes that might effect improvements for the patient.
Undertake and interpret a range of patient observations as required in the clinical area, for example, NEWS e.g temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, neurological observations, oxygen saturation levels, and blood glucose.
Obtain requested specimens. Ensure transportation to appropriate department and that correct documentation is completed.
Obtain routine/ specialist bloods and performs investigations if required within area of work. Using an understanding of normal and altered values, report adverse results.
Assist with basic and, where agreed, intermediate cardio-pulmonary resuscitation procedures.
Undertake Picc Line dressing, take blood and flush lines with sodium chloride following appropriate training
About us
At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme,for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop.We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see Job description and Person specification for more details or contact Emma Hartwell or Ryan Crockford on uhsussex.scc.nurse.manager@nhs.net
If you have any questions or would like to arrange an informal visit please contact Emma Hartwell or Ryan Crockford(Nurse Managers) on 01273 696955 ext. 63583/67783 or emailuhsussex.scc.nurse.manager@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see Job description and Person specification for more details or contact Emma Hartwell or Ryan Crockford on uhsussex.scc.nurse.manager@nhs.net
If you have any questions or would like to arrange an informal visit please contact Emma Hartwell or Ryan Crockford(Nurse Managers) on 01273 696955 ext. 63583/67783 or emailuhsussex.scc.nurse.manager@nhs.net
Person Specification
Qualifications / Experience
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
- English and Maths equivalent C or above
- Recent experience in a health care setting
- Ability to support a health care setting
- Competent in IT skills
- GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
- Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code.
- Venepuncture/cannulation course
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice
- Understand requirements for NMC professional revalidation
- Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Previous experience of working within an acute health / care setting both inpatient and outpatients
Desirable
- Competent in venepuncture and cannulation
- Basic Knowledge in Haematology/Oncology
- Basic knowledge of haemochromatosis and polycthaemia, and the process of venesection
- Experience in service improvement and development in an outpatient clinic setting
- Ability to use a scalp cooling machine
- Recognising an unwell patient
- Competent in managing PICC lines
- Recent experience of working in oncology/chemo unit
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Person Specification
Qualifications / Experience
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
- English and Maths equivalent C or above
- Recent experience in a health care setting
- Ability to support a health care setting
- Competent in IT skills
- GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
- Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code.
- Venepuncture/cannulation course
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice
- Understand requirements for NMC professional revalidation
- Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Previous experience of working within an acute health / care setting both inpatient and outpatients
Desirable
- Competent in venepuncture and cannulation
- Basic Knowledge in Haematology/Oncology
- Basic knowledge of haemochromatosis and polycthaemia, and the process of venesection
- Experience in service improvement and development in an outpatient clinic setting
- Ability to use a scalp cooling machine
- Recognising an unwell patient
- Competent in managing PICC lines
- Recent experience of working in oncology/chemo unit
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Princess Royal Hospital & Royal Sussex County Hospital
Lewes Road
Haywards Heath
RH16 4EX
Employer's website
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
