Job summary
The
10 chaired day unit cares for patients with a range of cancers who are
receiving systemic anti-cancer therapies. We are looking for someone who wants
to increase their Oncology/Haematology experience and wants to work within this
rewarding environment. If you have cannulation, phlebotomy, or central lines
skills it will be an advantage, but if not, then you should have enthusiasm and
dexterity to develop these skills.
The ability to communicate effectively with all members of the
multidisciplinary team is essential. Oncology / Haematology experience is
desirable but not essential. You will be supported in this post by the Unit
Manager and team.
As
a part of the countywide service delivering anti-cancer treatments you may be
required to travel between sites on occasions.
In
return we will offer you excellent learning and developmental opportunities; we
will support your personal growth through regular personal development planning
and our educational strategy.
Main duties of the job
- Thorough assessment and management of patients undergoing systemic anti-cancer treatment.
- Administration of cytotoxic treatment and other intravenous therapies according to protocols in accordance with trust and national guidelines.
- Pre chemotherapy consultations providing information and ensuring informed consent.
- Identifying adverse events and liaising with senior nurses and medical professionals for management of care.
- Recognising and providing psychological and emotional support for patients and being aware of when and where to signpost.
Liaise with the multi-disciplinary team ensuring seamless care for the patient.
About us
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 more than 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. Our values, which we ask all staff to demonstrate, underpin our
everyday work and remain firmly at the heart of all we do.
Being open and honest
Ensuring people feel cared for
Showing respect to everyone
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.
DBS Checks and Costs
Any applicants who are offered posts requiring a
DBS check as part of their employment check will have the cost of this check
(at the current rate) deducted from their salary. Please see link in Supporting
Information section for more details on DBS checks and costs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assess
patients for chemotherapy to ensure their physical condition and blood
parameters are satisfactory to safely receive treatment according to treatment
protocols / regimes and escalate any concerns to the co-ordinator.
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, with senior
nurse support 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 with senior nurse support to address / prevent reactions to
and complications of treatment including administration of prophylactic agents.
Be
knowledgeable about the specific care requirements of patients within the unit.
Participate in
departmental meetings and act on any instruction.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assess
patients for chemotherapy to ensure their physical condition and blood
parameters are satisfactory to safely receive treatment according to treatment
protocols / regimes and escalate any concerns to the co-ordinator.
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, with senior
nurse support 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 with senior nurse support to address / prevent reactions to
and complications of treatment including administration of prophylactic agents.
Be
knowledgeable about the specific care requirements of patients within the unit.
Participate in
departmental meetings and act on any instruction.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse on part 1 of the professional register
Desirable
- Teaching and Assessing Qualification
- 1st level degree or working towards or equivalent
Experience
Desirable
- Post-registration experience at Band 5
- Experience within oncology or haematology
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues across health and social care settings
- Good IT skills
Other Qualities
Essential
- Articulate
- High professional standards
- Able to remain calm under pressure
- Aware of own strengths and weaknesses
- Flexible and adaptable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse on part 1 of the professional register
Desirable
- Teaching and Assessing Qualification
- 1st level degree or working towards or equivalent
Experience
Desirable
- Post-registration experience at Band 5
- Experience within oncology or haematology
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues across health and social care settings
- Good IT skills
Other Qualities
Essential
- Articulate
- High professional standards
- Able to remain calm under pressure
- Aware of own strengths and weaknesses
- Flexible and adaptable
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).
