Job summary
We are currently looking for enthusiastic, motivated and experienced Band 6 Staff Nurses to join the Private Patient Medical Day Unit (PPMDU)at the Royal Marsden in Chelsea. We are proud of the great care we deliver at the PPMDU and the integrated model of care that exists with our NHS colleagues, this facilitates the innovative research, diagnosis, treatment and care that the Royal Marsden provides to all PatientsYou will need to be a 1st level registered nurse, Demonstrable previous Oncology experience and experience in the administration of IV medications and chemotherapy is essential. Intravenous cannulation and venepuncture are desirable, however full training will be given. In addition you will possess excellent communication skills, be reliable, enthusiastic and an effective team member committed to providing the highest level of service for our patients.The post holder will have excellent opportunities for professional and personal development in a well-resourced environment. We will support and encourage you to achieve your potential as a nurse by taking advantage of the facilities and courses at The Royal Marsden School of Cancer Nursing and Rehabilitation. Staff wellbeing is important at the Royal Marsden and we offer a range also offers a wide range of staff benefits.
Main duties of the job
The Royal Marsden Private Care is a dedicated private diagnostic, treatment and beyond service located the heart of Chelsea. As a specialist cancer centre, The Royal Marsden has the clinical expertise, facilities and technology to provide leading private care service.
The band 6 registered nurse for Chelsea Private Patients is an exciting role, which enables the delivery of care across the medical day unit ambulatory care setting. The main roles and responsibilities include:
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. To develop an understanding of supervising a shift with the guidance of the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse.
To communicate effectively with members of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality, evidence-led care to patients and their family members.
To have specific responsibility within the MDU for those patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiotherapy treatment. This includes the administration of systemic anti-cancer treatments (SACT).
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 personal specification
To complete the first level assessment of the patients needs to gain an understanding of the physiological, psycho-social, spiritual and cultural needs of patients undergoing diagnostic tests for suspected cancer as well as those diagnosed with cancer and to develop a positive, realistic and supportive attitude to ensure that the needs of the patient and family are met. This will include:
Counterchecking patients vital signs, blood results, patient body surface area, chemotherapy prescription and consent before administration of treatment.
Educating patients on their treatment protocol such as indications and side effects.
Ensuring necessary medication and follow up appointments are obtained.
To promote a patient focused multidisciplinary approach to care in collaboration with carers, other health care professionals and external agencies.
To plan, document, deliver and evaluate evidence-based nursing care for patients in a responsible and efficient way.
To exercise clinical judgment and decision making about patient needs in terms of long term goals or plans.
To provide clinical leadership of the junior nursing and support workers that is motivating, supportive and sets clear boundaries resulting in 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.1.8. To work and support staff in the phlebotomy and Central Venous Access Device (CVAD) rooms, performing venepuncture and accessing PICCs and Portacaths
To assume personal accountability for nursing care delivered to a patient in accordance with the NMC code ofconduct
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification
To complete the first level assessment of the patients needs to gain an understanding of the physiological, psycho-social, spiritual and cultural needs of patients undergoing diagnostic tests for suspected cancer as well as those diagnosed with cancer and to develop a positive, realistic and supportive attitude to ensure that the needs of the patient and family are met. This will include:
Counterchecking patients vital signs, blood results, patient body surface area, chemotherapy prescription and consent before administration of treatment.
Educating patients on their treatment protocol such as indications and side effects.
Ensuring necessary medication and follow up appointments are obtained.
To promote a patient focused multidisciplinary approach to care in collaboration with carers, other health care professionals and external agencies.
To plan, document, deliver and evaluate evidence-based nursing care for patients in a responsible and efficient way.
To exercise clinical judgment and decision making about patient needs in terms of long term goals or plans.
To provide clinical leadership of the junior nursing and support workers that is motivating, supportive and sets clear boundaries resulting in 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.1.8. To work and support staff in the phlebotomy and Central Venous Access Device (CVAD) rooms, performing venepuncture and accessing PICCs and Portacaths
To assume personal accountability for nursing care delivered to a patient in accordance with the NMC code ofconduct
Person Specification
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of a good understanding of NHS (or equivalent) reforms including those affecting cancer and relevant services.
- Budget monitoring/management experience.
- Computer literacy.
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- 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.
- Relevant 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
- Experience of CVAD
- Experience of SACT administration
- Demonstrate clear ability and responsibility for creating a dynamic learning environment
- Experience in chemotherapy administration
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant teaching experience
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical trials Management
Other Requirements
Essential
- Flexibility to meet the needs of the service (e.g. shift work) and participate in hospital cover on a rotation basis in 'out of hours' periods
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of good leadership qualities including delegation and co-ordination of teams.
- Evidence of good management practice.
- Ability to innovate and manage change
- Evidence of commitment to customer care initiatives and incorporation of cultural values into practice.
- Knowledge of quality issues and Clinical Governance.
- Ability to make decisions, organise and priorities.
- Awareness of developments within the NHS and their affect upon the service.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with particular ability to liaise effectively with multi-disciplinary team members.
- Ability to manage conflict situations.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Able to work on both sites and to be flexible to meet the needs of the role
Person Specification
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of a good understanding of NHS (or equivalent) reforms including those affecting cancer and relevant services.
- Budget monitoring/management experience.
- Computer literacy.
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- 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.
- Relevant 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
- Experience of CVAD
- Experience of SACT administration
- Demonstrate clear ability and responsibility for creating a dynamic learning environment
- Experience in chemotherapy administration
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant teaching experience
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical trials Management
Other Requirements
Essential
- Flexibility to meet the needs of the service (e.g. shift work) and participate in hospital cover on a rotation basis in 'out of hours' periods
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of good leadership qualities including delegation and co-ordination of teams.
- Evidence of good management practice.
- Ability to innovate and manage change
- Evidence of commitment to customer care initiatives and incorporation of cultural values into practice.
- Knowledge of quality issues and Clinical Governance.
- Ability to make decisions, organise and priorities.
- Awareness of developments within the NHS and their affect upon the service.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with particular ability to liaise effectively with multi-disciplinary team members.
- Ability to manage conflict situations.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Able to work on both sites and to be flexible to meet the needs of the 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).
