Job summary
We are looking for an experience Haematology/ or Oncology Nurse who can demonstrate specialist skills and can support children and families in a Day Care Unit and Outpatients setting. The postholder must be flexible in working and will seek opportunities in supporting our inpatient and Clinical Nurse Specialist Teams.
We are committed to your on-going development and we will welcome you to our team by supporting your induction with supernumerary shifts and access to our education and development programmes.It is an expectation that all staff employed who come in contact with children and young people have a duty to safeguard and promote their welfare.
This post will be subject to criminal records bureau checks at an enhanced level
This post is based at West London Children's Healthcare WLCH at the St Mary's Hospital site, which is situated in the heart of Paddington, West London. This means we are easy accessible to major transport routes and this prime location will allow you to visit the all the capital has to offer.
Main duties of the job
- Deliver individualised care using nursing assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in partnership with the Multi-Disciplinary Team.
- Demonstrate expert competence in Central Venous Line Safety, incl. Hickman Lines, Portacaths and Blood Transfusions, Chemotherapy, etc
- Take charge of the clinical area as required, ensuring safe staffing levels and appropriate skill mix.
- Maintain accurate nursing documentation in accordance with Trust policy.
- Provide psychological and emotional support to children and families, respecting cultural and individual needs.
- Ensure the clinical environment is safe, clean and conducive to the physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing of patients and staff.
- Delegate tasks safely and effectively to the wider team.
- Report and support investigation of incidents, accidents and complaints.
- Actively contribute to safe discharge planning, liaising effectively with internal and external teams.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. .
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Specialist knowledge relevant to the patient group (for specialist areas)
- Need something in here about administering medications
- Understanding of research and audit
- Ability to take charge of a ward or part-ward, including delegating and supervising junior staff
Desirable
- Leadership skills
- Competency and Venepuncture competence
- Training (or working towards training) in the safe delivery of chemotherapy
Education
Essential
- RN/ RSCN / RN (Child)
- Post Grad Course in the Speciality or Equivalent, e.g. HDU
- Chemotherapy Competent
- Experience supervising junior staff; mentorship in practice or equivalent
- SSSA Certificate
Desirable
- BSc/MSc in Health or Social Care
- Leadership of Management Qualification or Equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at Band 5 within the relevant specialty
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- Has recent experience in working in an acute ward
- Have been involved in QI and change management programme / project
Desirable
- Experience in change management and acting as a positive change agent
- Able to teach in a classroom setting
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Specialist knowledge relevant to the patient group (for specialist areas)
- Need something in here about administering medications
- Understanding of research and audit
- Ability to take charge of a ward or part-ward, including delegating and supervising junior staff
Desirable
- Leadership skills
- Competency and Venepuncture competence
- Training (or working towards training) in the safe delivery of chemotherapy
Education
Essential
- RN/ RSCN / RN (Child)
- Post Grad Course in the Speciality or Equivalent, e.g. HDU
- Chemotherapy Competent
- Experience supervising junior staff; mentorship in practice or equivalent
- SSSA Certificate
Desirable
- BSc/MSc in Health or Social Care
- Leadership of Management Qualification or Equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at Band 5 within the relevant specialty
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- Has recent experience in working in an acute ward
- Have been involved in QI and change management programme / project
Desirable
- Experience in change management and acting as a positive change agent
- Able to teach in a classroom setting
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).
