Job summary
Join our SACT unit- Amberley Unit.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Nurse to join our Team at University Hospital Sussex NHS Foundations Trust in Worthing Hospital who provide outstanding care for patients with cancer. We are a friendly cohesive team and require a focused, committed, enthusiastic individual.
You must be a motivated individual with a flexible approach to work and will be a vital part of the SACT (Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy) team in helping to deliver high level services to patients with cancer.
If you are passionate about making a positive difference in our patient's lives then we would love to hear from you. University Hospital Sussex NHS Foundations Trust is a leading, welcoming Trust and offers rewarding career opportunities for caring, committed and innovative people, who wish to be valued for their work, and empowered to improve the services we provide. Cancer Services at University Hospital Sussex NHS Foundations Trust in Worthing and Chichester provide high quality, innovative cancer services, palliative, and end of life care closer to home.
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
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our friendly team. The Amberley Unit provides outpatient services for haematology and oncology patients including systemic anti-cancer treatments and supportive therapies.
The successful applicant needs to have had experience in haematology/oncology and have a recognised SACT administration training qualification, or willing to train.
The unit has a dedicated clinical practice educator providing opportunity for staff to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to progress in this rapidly expanding and diverse specialty.
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and 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, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Packhttps://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The delivery of Systemic Anti-cancer Treatments; chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy with a recognised SACT passport/qualification.
- Deliver support treatments: blood/platelet, IV Iron, IVIG, CVAD care and some medical treatments for non-cancer patients.
- Looking after the psychological and holistic needs of the patients during their treatment, with the support of the oncology/haematology teams, Macmillian support, psychological therapies, volunteers etc.
- Working closely with the MDT; Consultants, CNS's, pharmacy, dieticians, support workers, Schedulers, EOLC
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The delivery of Systemic Anti-cancer Treatments; chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy with a recognised SACT passport/qualification.
- Deliver support treatments: blood/platelet, IV Iron, IVIG, CVAD care and some medical treatments for non-cancer patients.
- Looking after the psychological and holistic needs of the patients during their treatment, with the support of the oncology/haematology teams, Macmillian support, psychological therapies, volunteers etc.
- Working closely with the MDT; Consultants, CNS's, pharmacy, dieticians, support workers, Schedulers, EOLC
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Significant and current experience in an acute hospital in the NHS (at least 12 months)
Desirable
- Mentorship
- SACT qualification
- Experience working in haematology/oncology
Registration
Essential
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- IV, Cannulation and venepuncture competency
Desirable
- Training in immediate life support (ILS)
- Current competency in the administration of blood products
Skills
Essential
- Ability to empathise, support and provide reassurance in difficult situations
- Able to demonstrate ability to liaise with MDT and escalate appropriately
Desirable
- Experience in delivery pre SACT patient information sessions
- Experience in handling telephone triage
- Demonstrates skill in handling bad news situations
- Knowledge and experience of NHS IT systems/applications.
Information Resources
Desirable
- Experience with Chemocare prescribing system
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Significant and current experience in an acute hospital in the NHS (at least 12 months)
Desirable
- Mentorship
- SACT qualification
- Experience working in haematology/oncology
Registration
Essential
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- IV, Cannulation and venepuncture competency
Desirable
- Training in immediate life support (ILS)
- Current competency in the administration of blood products
Skills
Essential
- Ability to empathise, support and provide reassurance in difficult situations
- Able to demonstrate ability to liaise with MDT and escalate appropriately
Desirable
- Experience in delivery pre SACT patient information sessions
- Experience in handling telephone triage
- Demonstrates skill in handling bad news situations
- Knowledge and experience of NHS IT systems/applications.
Information Resources
Desirable
- Experience with Chemocare prescribing system
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
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).
