Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a band 6 Chemotherapy Sister secondment for 6 months. If you are a highly motivated, enthusiastic
chemotherapy nurse with excellent communication skills. We want you to join our
team on our 12 chaired Chemotherapy Suite based at the Alexandra Hospital. You
will have the opportunity to be part of the service and our innovative ways of
working as we grasp this opportunity to influence, shape and develop the
changing face of giving systemic anti-cancer therapies.
We aim to provide an individualised and supportive
environment for patients in which to deliver specialised care for oncology and
haematology patients.
We are looking for a nurse who is chemotherapy trained who
will support the manager in the running of the unit as well as support new
members of staff and students. The ability to communicate effectively with all
members of the multidisciplinary team is essential. You will be supported in
this post by the Unit Manager, Matron for Specialised Clinical Services and the
Lead Chemotherapy Nurse. In return we will offer you excellent learning
opportunities; we will support your personal growth through regular personal
development planning and our educational strategy.
For further information please contact Unit Manager Amy
Herlihy (amy.herlihy@nhs.net) on 01527 512092
Main duties of the job
Thorough assessment and management of patients undergoing
chemotherapy treatment.
Pre chemotherapy consultations providing information and
ensuring informed consent.
Safe and competent practice particularly around high risk
drugs such as vesicants and high reaction drugs (including management).
Take on role of nurse in charge which includes reviewing
bloods for the next 2 days, facilitating breaks, reviewing staffing, dealing
with difficult situation such as complaints.
Whilst in charge spend time with the scheduler to review and
manage the workload, in particular when staffing levels are reduced.
To support the unit manager with the day to day running and
organisation of the unit
To have an understanding of key professionals within the
chemotherapy MDT and appropriately liaise with them to ensure the smooth
running of the unit (pharmacy, doctors or other units).
Have an established link nurse role and will be proficient
in communicating pertinent information and implementing any changes or
participating in audits relevant to practice.
To be a preceptor to a junior member of staff being able to
provide support and guidance whilst they develop in their role.
Mentor and supervise students during their training and
development liaising with practice facilitators and universities where
appropriate.
About us
Our purpose is simple - Putting Patients First. We are looking for exceptional colleagues who can help us achieve this.
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute and specialised hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to the residents of Worcestershire and more specialised services to a larger population in Herefordshire and beyond.
The Trust operates hospital-based services from three sites in Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester
Our workforce is over 7,000 strong, and our caring staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred care. You could be one of them.
We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us to achieve our Vision - working in partnership to provide the best healthcare for our communities, leading and supporting our teams to move 4ward. Our 4ward behaviours, which we ask all staff to demonstrate, underpin our everyday work and remain firmly at the heart of all we do.
Our objectives are simple:
- Best services for local people
- Best experience of care and best outcomes for our patients
- Best use of resources
- Best people
Better never stops, and our Clinical Services Strategy provides a clear future vision for our Trust, our hospitals, our services and our role in the wider health and care system.
We are proud to have achieved Timewise accreditation - this means we are committed to embedding flexible working within our organisation as a flex positive employer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist in the management of the department on a day to day
basis and manage the department in the absence of Chemotherapy unit manager
including coordination of patient, allocating staff breaks and being a key link
with the consultants and pharmacy team.
Assess patients for chemotherapy to ensure their physical
condition and blood parameters are satisfactory to safely receive treatment
according to treatment protocols / regimes and liaise with medical staff as
appropriate.
Administer and dispose of intravenous and chemotherapy
safely in accordance with Trust and National Guidelines.
Provide information regarding treatment and side effects to
ensure each patient is prepared for their specific treatment and elicit
informed consent.
Provide one to one and telephone advice to patients and
their families regarding treatment side effects and management of side effects
to ensure each patient receives care which is specific and appropriate to their
needs.
Use good communication skills to enhance and augment
patients understanding and adapt information to their specific needs as they
progress through treatment.
Liaise with other appropriate health care professionals
within both hospital and community settings regarding individual patient care
to ensure seamless transfer of care between disciplines (or ensure patients
needs are being adequately met).
Recognise and provide the psychological and emotional
support needed by individuals and their families whilst undergoing treatment
and refer on to other professionals sensitively and appropriately in order to
adequately meet patients needs.
Assess patients with difficult venous access and make
recommendations for alternative access to ensure patients receive treatment
safely and with minimum risk.
Ensure safe administration of chemotherapy regimens
according to trust protocols
Provide follow-up care / maintenance of central venous lines
for patients and advise other health care professionals involved as
appropriate, to ensure the patients line is safely and adequately cared for in
accordance with Trust policy.
Administer other intravenous therapies i.e. Blood,
bisphosphonates, to patients according to protocols / regimes to ensure
therapies are delivered safely and with minimum risk
Monitor and instigate care to address / prevent reactions to
and complications of treatment including administration of prophylactic agents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist in the management of the department on a day to day
basis and manage the department in the absence of Chemotherapy unit manager
including coordination of patient, allocating staff breaks and being a key link
with the consultants and pharmacy team.
Assess patients for chemotherapy to ensure their physical
condition and blood parameters are satisfactory to safely receive treatment
according to treatment protocols / regimes and liaise with medical staff as
appropriate.
Administer and dispose of intravenous and chemotherapy
safely in accordance with Trust and National Guidelines.
Provide information regarding treatment and side effects to
ensure each patient is prepared for their specific treatment and elicit
informed consent.
Provide one to one and telephone advice to patients and
their families regarding treatment side effects and management of side effects
to ensure each patient receives care which is specific and appropriate to their
needs.
Use good communication skills to enhance and augment
patients understanding and adapt information to their specific needs as they
progress through treatment.
Liaise with other appropriate health care professionals
within both hospital and community settings regarding individual patient care
to ensure seamless transfer of care between disciplines (or ensure patients
needs are being adequately met).
Recognise and provide the psychological and emotional
support needed by individuals and their families whilst undergoing treatment
and refer on to other professionals sensitively and appropriately in order to
adequately meet patients needs.
Assess patients with difficult venous access and make
recommendations for alternative access to ensure patients receive treatment
safely and with minimum risk.
Ensure safe administration of chemotherapy regimens
according to trust protocols
Provide follow-up care / maintenance of central venous lines
for patients and advise other health care professionals involved as
appropriate, to ensure the patients line is safely and adequately cared for in
accordance with Trust policy.
Administer other intravenous therapies i.e. Blood,
bisphosphonates, to patients according to protocols / regimes to ensure
therapies are delivered safely and with minimum risk
Monitor and instigate care to address / prevent reactions to
and complications of treatment including administration of prophylactic agents.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Proven post registration experience at band 5
- Proven clinical experience of working in clinical haematology/oncology nursing delivering chemotherapy
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse Part 1 1st level degree or working towards
- Administration of chemotherapy course or completion of SACT passport
Desirable
- Post registration qualification in relevant speciality (palliative care/Oncology/Chemotherapy)
- Recognised NMC teaching and assessing qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Proven post registration experience at band 5
- Proven clinical experience of working in clinical haematology/oncology nursing delivering chemotherapy
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse Part 1 1st level degree or working towards
- Administration of chemotherapy course or completion of SACT passport
Desirable
- Post registration qualification in relevant speciality (palliative care/Oncology/Chemotherapy)
- Recognised NMC teaching and assessing qualification
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).
