Infusion Nurse

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 12 month maternity leave secondment. This post will allow the successful candidate to develop professionally with the aim of becoming a competent, knowledgeable infusions nurse within the out-patient haemato-oncology units, able to give holistic care to the patient and their family, throughout their course of treatment. The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care in which they are competent, without direct supervision, and may be required to supervise and support the training of both qualified and unqualified members of staff. This post is not a part of the chemotherapy development nurse pathway, but will support the out-patient unit staff with less complex infusions and medications.

All necessary training will be provided by our teams.

Main duties of the job

Personal Development:

Keep abreast of current professional issues and maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform your role effectively

Develop and maintain a professional portfolio

Ensure compliance with professional expectations as outlined in the NMC Code of Professional Conduct

Participate in an annual appraisal with relevant reviews and to follow your personal development plan as agreed with your line manager

About us

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We are committed to the NHS People Promise. We want our culture to be positive, compassionate, and inclusive - and we all have our part to play.

Our large district general hospitals, specialist units and community sites provide a vibrant and diverse working environment with the extensive opportunities and teaching facilities you would expect of a large trust.

East Kent offers stunning countryside, beautiful beaches and charming places of historic interest, with easy access to London. With excellent schools, a wealth of leisure facilities and easy family days out on your doorstep, alongside beautiful and affordable housing stock, the perfect work-life balance couldn't be easier to achieve.

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