The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Assistant Practitioner

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Job summary

Band 4 Assistant Practitioner (Chelsea)Lerner Lung and mesothelioma unit 37.5 hours (1 year Fixed Term Contract)

The Lerner Lung and mesothelioma research unit) is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Practitioner to work with them for 1 year (fixed term contract).The Assistant Practitioner is an essential valued member of the team appointed to support Registered Nurses (RN) in the delivery of patient care. The role involves contact on a physical and psychological level with patients and their families.

The postholder will provide clinical support to the research nurses undertaking activities such as:o sending of scans to imaging companieso administration and data entry, arranging appointments follow up visits with patients

In addition the role will involve assisting and supporting the research nurses in clinics, undertaking assessments such as:

o blood tests, ECG's, observationso Urinalysis, Height and weighto Collecting data i.e quality of life questionnaires, liaising with patients on clinical trials.

The successful candidate will be required to work under direct and indirect supervision of senior nursing staff, assisting in the provision of routine clinical and research care for research participants.

What's in it for you?

o Opportunities to develop your clinical and research skills.o Continuous on-going learning with internal and external courses available.o Flexible working arrangements available.

Main duties of the job

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-renowned cancer centre, offering comprehensive holistic care to patients in our care. As an organisation we care for the greatest number of cancer patients in London. We also care for patients as inpatients, outpatients and in the community. We are well resourced with a skilled multi-professional workforce and established academic links. We have a history of innovation in medical treatments and patient led initiatives. This enables our patients to receive treatment and care which is best for their condition and for their life.

The assistant practitioner is an essential valued member of the unit team appointed to support Registered Nurses (RN) in the delivery of patient care. The role involves contact on a physical and psychological level with patients and their families. The post holder will undertake a range of activities under the supervision of a registered nurse, having been assessed and deemed competent in the activities required.

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Details

Date posted

03 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£31,944 to £34,937 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

282-CR1246348

Job locations

The Royal Marsden Chelsea

Fulham Road

Cheslea

SW3 6JJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

Clinical Responsibility Patient care These responsibilities will be carried out under the guidance of the research nurse. 2.1 Maintain compassion, empathy, dignity, comfort, and sensitivity of patients and their relatives at all times.2.2 Monitor and record patients vital signs (including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation) and report any abnormal results to registered nursing staff.2.3 Measure and record patients height and weight.

2.4 Undertake clinical tasks relevant to the specific clinical area following competency sign off. For example: ECG, urinalysis, SPIROMETRY MRSA screening swabs, recording of allergies on EPR and other clinical tasks where training/competency sign off has been deemed appropriate for HCA/AP and has been ratified through NRRAC.

2.5 To demonstrate a understanding of infection control issues by attending mandatory training; understand infection control policy and procedure, accept responsibility for own infection control practice and be willing to challenge others practice.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

Clinical Responsibility Patient care These responsibilities will be carried out under the guidance of the research nurse. 2.1 Maintain compassion, empathy, dignity, comfort, and sensitivity of patients and their relatives at all times.2.2 Monitor and record patients vital signs (including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation) and report any abnormal results to registered nursing staff.2.3 Measure and record patients height and weight.

2.4 Undertake clinical tasks relevant to the specific clinical area following competency sign off. For example: ECG, urinalysis, SPIROMETRY MRSA screening swabs, recording of allergies on EPR and other clinical tasks where training/competency sign off has been deemed appropriate for HCA/AP and has been ratified through NRRAC.

2.5 To demonstrate a understanding of infection control issues by attending mandatory training; understand infection control policy and procedure, accept responsibility for own infection control practice and be willing to challenge others practice.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

  • First level registration
  • Post registration oncology qualification or equivalent relevant qualification
  • Basic computer Literacy
  • Research methods education
  • Evidence of Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

  • Relevant diploma / degree
  • Competence in research orientated PC software (Access, Excel, SPSS)

Experience

Essential

  • Experience as a senior staff nurse or above working in a clinical research environment
  • Experience as a senior staff nurse in oncology nursing
  • Previous experience in clinical speciality of post applied for e.g. haematology, gynaecology, palliative care
  • Personal and Leadership Management experience

Desirable

  • Experience of co-ordinating IRAS submissions
Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

  • First level registration
  • Post registration oncology qualification or equivalent relevant qualification
  • Basic computer Literacy
  • Research methods education
  • Evidence of Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

  • Relevant diploma / degree
  • Competence in research orientated PC software (Access, Excel, SPSS)

Experience

Essential

  • Experience as a senior staff nurse or above working in a clinical research environment
  • Experience as a senior staff nurse in oncology nursing
  • Previous experience in clinical speciality of post applied for e.g. haematology, gynaecology, palliative care
  • Personal and Leadership Management experience

Desirable

  • Experience of co-ordinating IRAS submissions

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

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Marsden Chelsea

Fulham Road

Cheslea

SW3 6JJ


Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Marsden Chelsea

Fulham Road

Cheslea

SW3 6JJ


Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Research Nurse

Derya Sahin

derya.sahin@rmh.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

03 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£31,944 to £34,937 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

282-CR1246348

Job locations

The Royal Marsden Chelsea

Fulham Road

Cheslea

SW3 6JJ


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