Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Haematology Staff Nurse

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, motivated, and enthusiastic Band 5 Staff Nurse to join any of our friendly haematology ward at Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH), on a full-time permanent basis. The ward is a 16 bedded unit that consists of all side room's. The ward care for patients with a variety of malignant and non-malignant haematological disorders and Sickle cell and Thalassemia conditions. The department works with a team of specialist consultants, nurses and AHPs who collectively provide a comprehensive service covering diagnosis, treatment, symptom control management, and end of life care.

We strive to deliver the highest quality of care to all patients and always strive to put the patients first. You will need to be a registered nurse and ideally demonstrate previous Oncology/Haematology experience, evidence of the administration of IV medications and chemotherapy (SACT passport) is desired. Intravenous cannulation and venepuncture are also desirable, however full training will be given.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will have excellent opportunities for professional and personal development in a well-resourced environment, with support from the wards Heamatology senior staff. We will support and encourage you to achieve your potential as a nurse.

You will need to have the ability to plan, document, deliver and evaluate evidence-based nursing care for patients in a responsible and efficient way, which has been drawn up in conjunction with the co-ordinator of the shift lead and the daily running of a busy Haematology ward.

To develop a greater awareness and understanding of the needs of patients with cancer and the different treatment modalities administered within the Ward.

To develop an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of managing a shift with the guidance of the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse.

About us

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWBT) is an integrated careorganisation with a budget of approximately £600 million and over 7,000 staff. Diversity and social care is at the core of what we do as the Trust provides Community and Acute Services to over half a million people in an urban centre that demands massive regeneration and has substantial premature mortality.

Our new acute hospital, the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH) will play an important role in the regeneration of the wider area and in improving the lives of local people and reducing health inequalities.

We have three strategic objectives:

  1. Our People - to cultivate and sustain happy, productive and engaged staff
  2. Our Patients - to be good or outstanding in everything we do
  3. Our Population - to work seamlessly with our partners to improve lives

Details

Date posted

05 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

381-ME-6954294

Job locations

SWB NHS Trust

Grove Lane

Birmingham

B66 2QT


Job description

Job responsibilities

Collaboratively working for day to day running of a busy Haematology ward.

To ensure that all nursing procedures are carried out in accordance with Midland Metropolitan University Hospital NHS Trust policies taking appropriate action in emergency situations.

In conjunction with the multidisciplinary team, be responsible for setting, monitoring and maintaining excellent standards of care particularly for patients with multiple needs who require complex packages of care.

Maintaining personal contact with patients, relatives and carers, being sensitive to their needs for courtesy, dignity and privacy and ensuring a friendly environment at all times.

Delivering care needs and maintaining patient and staff safety on the ward and escalating where appropriate.

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Collaboratively working for day to day running of a busy Haematology ward.

To ensure that all nursing procedures are carried out in accordance with Midland Metropolitan University Hospital NHS Trust policies taking appropriate action in emergency situations.

In conjunction with the multidisciplinary team, be responsible for setting, monitoring and maintaining excellent standards of care particularly for patients with multiple needs who require complex packages of care.

Maintaining personal contact with patients, relatives and carers, being sensitive to their needs for courtesy, dignity and privacy and ensuring a friendly environment at all times.

Delivering care needs and maintaining patient and staff safety on the ward and escalating where appropriate.

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Relevant clinical experience, including that as a student or unqualified nurse

Desirable

  • Relevant voluntary experience
  • Relevant clinical experience since registration

Qualifications

Essential

  • RN (Adult) with current NMC registration

Desirable

  • Speciality specific qualifications
  • Teaching and Assessing qualification
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Relevant clinical experience, including that as a student or unqualified nurse

Desirable

  • Relevant voluntary experience
  • Relevant clinical experience since registration

Qualifications

Essential

  • RN (Adult) with current NMC registration

Desirable

  • Speciality specific qualifications
  • 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).

Employer details

Employer name

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

SWB NHS Trust

Grove Lane

Birmingham

B66 2QT


Employer's website

https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

SWB NHS Trust

Grove Lane

Birmingham

B66 2QT


Employer's website

https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

WARD MANAGER

Kirsty Meaney

kirsty.meaney2@nhs.net

01215074402

Details

Date posted

05 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

381-ME-6954294

Job locations

SWB NHS Trust

Grove Lane

Birmingham

B66 2QT


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