Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 to join T11 North, Paediatric Oncology at UCLH. We treat the under 13's Sarcoma, brain tumour and Hodgkins patient group. Our patients receive Proton Beam Therapy, Radiotherapy, Molecular Radiotherapy Treatment, Brachytherapy and chemotherapy in an inpatient and daycase setting. We work together with Great Ormond Street to provide children with a unified cancer service.
We are looking for a Children's Band 5 nurse (1+yrs qualified) with experience of working on a ward environment, cancer experience is not essential, but must express an interest and a willingness to learn. You will be fully supported and developed by our ward and education teams. There are opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills in a range of areas, to compliment your paediatric nursing skills.
Main duties of the job
- To work as a skilled member of the nursing team, to provide a high standard of holistic family centred care to the children and families.
- To promote family centred care and establish good relationships with children and their families.
- To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team.
Our Children and Young Peoples Cancer service is rapidly developing and expanding. We are at the forefront of specialist clinical practice and offer a unique opportunity to develop nursing skills and knowledge in this field.
UCLH is committed to providing excellent care to children and young people aged 0-24. We have a dedicated multidisciplinary team providing care for young people and operate the largest clinical service for teenagers in Europe.
If you are a highly motivated nurse, who would like to consolidate your experience and continue to develop your nursing career, we would love to hear from you.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
For more information regarding the main responsibilities of the role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
For more information regarding the main responsibilities of the role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- RN Child (or equivalent)
- Attained Bachelor/ Masters- Degree in Nursing
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Relevant Clinical Experience in Paediatrics (dependant on length of service)
COMMUNICATION
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively both verbal and written
- The ability to communicate with patients and families in an empathetic manner regarding their treatment and procedures.
- Good time management skills
PERSONAL AND PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT
Essential
- Be willing to facilitate or work towards facilitating more junior staff and students
HEALTH, SAFETY AND SECURITY
Essential
- Aware of current Paediatric/Adolescent Legislation and Guidance
SERVICE IMPROVEMENT
Essential
- Understands importance of research and evidence based practice
QUALITY
Essential
- Understanding of importance of quality, audit and standards
EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY
Essential
- Ability to treat everyone with whom s/he comes into contact with dignity and respect
PROVISION OF CARE TO MEET HEALTH AND WELLBEING NEEDS & SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS (speciality only)
Essential
- Specific interest in the care of Sick Children/Adolescent
- Able to articulate and specify reasons for choosing to work in Paediatric Oncology
INFORMATION PROCESSING
Essential
- Computer literate or willing to learn computer literacy skills if necessary
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- RN Child (or equivalent)
- Attained Bachelor/ Masters- Degree in Nursing
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Relevant Clinical Experience in Paediatrics (dependant on length of service)
COMMUNICATION
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively both verbal and written
- The ability to communicate with patients and families in an empathetic manner regarding their treatment and procedures.
- Good time management skills
PERSONAL AND PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT
Essential
- Be willing to facilitate or work towards facilitating more junior staff and students
HEALTH, SAFETY AND SECURITY
Essential
- Aware of current Paediatric/Adolescent Legislation and Guidance
SERVICE IMPROVEMENT
Essential
- Understands importance of research and evidence based practice
QUALITY
Essential
- Understanding of importance of quality, audit and standards
EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY
Essential
- Ability to treat everyone with whom s/he comes into contact with dignity and respect
PROVISION OF CARE TO MEET HEALTH AND WELLBEING NEEDS & SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS (speciality only)
Essential
- Specific interest in the care of Sick Children/Adolescent
- Able to articulate and specify reasons for choosing to work in Paediatric Oncology
INFORMATION PROCESSING
Essential
- Computer literate or willing to learn computer literacy skills if necessary
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).
