Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Chemotherapy Nurse unit manager, for Celia Blakey Day Unit.
This role will involve managing the running of the chemotherapy day unit, ensuring the planning and delivery of treatment is given safely. To work closely with the Matrons, nurse educators and other members of the MDT to provide high standards of care to meet the needs of people living with Cancer.
Main duties of the job
Management and Leadership
Clinical, chemotherapy administration and clinic
Research and Audit
Education and Training
Demonstrate good communication skills
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000.We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.
We care about our patients and our people. We are focused on providing outstanding, safe patient care, and a positive working culture that benefits staff and patients alike. With our emphasis on staff training and development, a staff support scheme that's second to none, and a healthy package of benefits, it's easy to put down roots in East Kent Hospitals.
NHSEI have always been clear that staff have a professional duty to get vaccinated and it remains our best line of defence against COVID-19. As such NHS organisation including Primary Care, are encouraged to continue engaging with and supporting their staff to inform their decisions in order to drive vaccine confidence, protect themselves, patients, and everyone else. NHSEI has produced COVID-19 vaccine communication materials.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents'.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents'.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post registration senior nurse experience in a cancer related area.
- Has sufficient experience to be a credible and competent clinical nurse and manager
Skills
Essential
- The ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships
- The ability to communicate unpleasant/sensitive information to patient and staff within a variety of settings
- The ability to influence and overcome resistance through the application of advanced communication skills
- A practical, working knowledge of how to schedule treatment for the chemotherapy outpatient areas
Desirable
- Previous experience of working as a band 6 Chemotherapy Sister
- A good understanding of Oncology and Haematology pathways
- A clear understanding of breaches, and how they impact the patient journey
Governanace
Essential
- Practical experience of Clinical Governance principles, systems, process and policies
Personal and Professional Attributes
Essential
- The ability to lead a team in a calm, professional manner
- Be patient focused
- Motivated and able to inspire others
Other
Essential
- Upholds and models the Trust Values
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post registration senior nurse experience in a cancer related area.
- Has sufficient experience to be a credible and competent clinical nurse and manager
Skills
Essential
- The ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships
- The ability to communicate unpleasant/sensitive information to patient and staff within a variety of settings
- The ability to influence and overcome resistance through the application of advanced communication skills
- A practical, working knowledge of how to schedule treatment for the chemotherapy outpatient areas
Desirable
- Previous experience of working as a band 6 Chemotherapy Sister
- A good understanding of Oncology and Haematology pathways
- A clear understanding of breaches, and how they impact the patient journey
Governanace
Essential
- Practical experience of Clinical Governance principles, systems, process and policies
Personal and Professional Attributes
Essential
- The ability to lead a team in a calm, professional manner
- Be patient focused
- Motivated and able to inspire others
Other
Essential
- Upholds and models the Trust Values
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).
