Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced clinical leader to join our team of highly experiencednursesas the band 7 Sister/ Charge Nurse for Ellis Ward. Ellis Ward is a 14 bedded unit on the Chelsea site caring for patients undergoing surgery, systemic anti-cancer therapies, radiotherapy as well as supportive care treatments, for a variety of different cancer types, with a specialisation in Gynaecological, GI and breast patients. The successful candidate will be a proactive and motivated oncology nurse with dynamic leadership skills, demonstrating the ability to manage the service in line with trust values as well as show a vision for service development in order to optimise high quality patient care delivery.
Main duties of the job
To create and maintain a safe, therapeutic clinical environment for all patients and their families who come to the area.To co-ordinate all functions and activities proactively within the designated clinical environment (including those involving outlying private patients).To develop an understanding of managing a shift with the guidance of the Ward/Departmental Sister/Charge Nurse.
To manage resources of clinical area within budgetary limitations e.g. Finance, equipment and staff (including temporary staff)
To provide strong clinical leadership of the nursing and support workers that is motivating, supportive and sets clear boundaries resulting I high quality safe patient care.
To support a clinical learning environment that enables nursing staff to develop professionally and promotes the use of evidence in practice.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification
Clinical Leadership
Manage a coordinated nursing service in liaison with all members of the multi-disciplinary team maximising high quality patient care.
To maintain clinical credibility through practice and to utilise the findings of nursing research and evidence based care to optimise high quality patient care.
To monitor and review nursing practice regularly, participating in audits and data gathering using trust information systems in accordance with Trust policy and NMC Guidelines.
To maintain the continuity of quality nursing care that responds flexibly to patients and carersneeds and includes a safe discharge to the community or relevant care setting.
Monitoring of trends and prevalences of clinical incidents according to the Trusts ClinicalGovernance Guidance and Directives and develop strategies to prevent them reoccurring.
Clinical
To undertake first level assessment of the needs of the patient and family. Planning, delivering and evaluating their care throughout their stay from admission to discharge/transfer including complex care packages e.g. discharge of a terminally ill patient. To be a clinical expert in the specialties that relate to the ward.
To complete documentation relating to patient care and ensure that staff maintain and update documentation as changes occur according to Trust policy. Encourage nursing staff through role modelling to apply critical thinking through the process of clinical assessment of patients oroblem solving. To then follow this process through the planning and evaluation stages of patient care and to effectively document this process in the nursing records.
Management of the Environment
To be responsible for the safety of the environment, keep abreast of health and safety legislation and ensure departmental procedures are in place e.g. COSH, audits, staff awareness, fire risk assessments.
To be proactive in identifying and managing areas of risk and to bring these to the attention of the Divisional Nurse Director/Service Manager including infection control and radiation protection issues.
To be responsible for the safety of staff, patients, environment and ensure that fire safety procedures are maintained at all times.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification
Clinical Leadership
Manage a coordinated nursing service in liaison with all members of the multi-disciplinary team maximising high quality patient care.
To maintain clinical credibility through practice and to utilise the findings of nursing research and evidence based care to optimise high quality patient care.
To monitor and review nursing practice regularly, participating in audits and data gathering using trust information systems in accordance with Trust policy and NMC Guidelines.
To maintain the continuity of quality nursing care that responds flexibly to patients and carersneeds and includes a safe discharge to the community or relevant care setting.
Monitoring of trends and prevalences of clinical incidents according to the Trusts ClinicalGovernance Guidance and Directives and develop strategies to prevent them reoccurring.
Clinical
To undertake first level assessment of the needs of the patient and family. Planning, delivering and evaluating their care throughout their stay from admission to discharge/transfer including complex care packages e.g. discharge of a terminally ill patient. To be a clinical expert in the specialties that relate to the ward.
To complete documentation relating to patient care and ensure that staff maintain and update documentation as changes occur according to Trust policy. Encourage nursing staff through role modelling to apply critical thinking through the process of clinical assessment of patients oroblem solving. To then follow this process through the planning and evaluation stages of patient care and to effectively document this process in the nursing records.
Management of the Environment
To be responsible for the safety of the environment, keep abreast of health and safety legislation and ensure departmental procedures are in place e.g. COSH, audits, staff awareness, fire risk assessments.
To be proactive in identifying and managing areas of risk and to bring these to the attention of the Divisional Nurse Director/Service Manager including infection control and radiation protection issues.
To be responsible for the safety of staff, patients, environment and ensure that fire safety procedures are maintained at all times.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registration
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- Qualification in oncology or speciality
- Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent)
- Recognised teaching qualification
- Recognised mentoring and assessing qualification
- First Level management qualification and/or experience in clinical management
- Experience post registration
Experience
Essential
- Experience of ongoing professional development
- Experience of Intravenous Drug Administration
- Experience of Venepuncture/Cannulation or willingness to develop these skills on appointment
- Sufficient experience to be able to undertake Ward Manager role
- Demonstrate clear ability and responsibility for creating a dynamic learning environment
Desirable
- Experience in chemotherapy administration
- Evidence of relevant teaching experience
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical trials management
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of a good understanding of NHS reforms including those affecting cancer and relevant services.
- Budget monitoring/management experience.
- Computer literacy.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registration
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- Qualification in oncology or speciality
- Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent)
- Recognised teaching qualification
- Recognised mentoring and assessing qualification
- First Level management qualification and/or experience in clinical management
- Experience post registration
Experience
Essential
- Experience of ongoing professional development
- Experience of Intravenous Drug Administration
- Experience of Venepuncture/Cannulation or willingness to develop these skills on appointment
- Sufficient experience to be able to undertake Ward Manager role
- Demonstrate clear ability and responsibility for creating a dynamic learning environment
Desirable
- Experience in chemotherapy administration
- Evidence of relevant teaching experience
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical trials management
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of a good understanding of NHS reforms including those affecting cancer and relevant services.
- Budget monitoring/management experience.
- Computer literacy.
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).
