Job summary
Band 5 Weston Oncology & Haematology Day Unit Registered Nurse for 16 hours per week
The Oncology & Haematology Day Unit at Weston General Hospital is a friendly, small but busy day unit that offers an out-patient service to patients receiving treatments for cancer & haematology disorders. We are seeking an experienced Systemic Anti-cancer Therapy (SACT) administration nurse.
The applicant must be a registered nurse with an interest in oncology & haematology nursing. Experience in the administration of chemotherapy, cannulation and venepuncture and completion of the UKONS SACT passport is desirable but not essential. Support and guidance with a supervised learning package in the administration of chemotherapy will be given if required. This exciting vacancy could be an excellent development post for those wishing to expand their knowledge and expertise in this area, which is both demanding but extremely rewarding.
Informal calls and visits are encouraged, please contact Senior Sister Alison Hatton on 01934 647266 for further information and/or to arrange an informal visit.
Main duties of the job
Manage outpatient systemic anti-cancer therapies (SACT) in accordance with NHS England and Somerset, Wiltshire, Avon & Gloucester (SWAG) cancer network and Trust policies.
Competent to manage vascular access devices: Peripheral cannula/PICC/PORT
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Communication and Relationship skills:
- Demonstrate politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in providing compassionate care for patients, visitors/relatives and colleagues.
- Contribute towards sharing good practice within the ward/department and Trust wide.
- Always Promote a positive image of University Hospital Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust.
- Work cohesively with all members of the ward team and promote effective liaison with all members of the multi-disciplinary team in ensuring that the very best services to patients are always provided.
- Communicate effectively within the team, participate in motivating and supporting team members and maintain confidentiality with patients and carers. Give written and verbal advice/teaching to patients and carers.
Patient Care:
Take charge of the clinical needs of a group of defined patients on the department prioritising workload according to changing clinical need.
- Administer systemic anti-cancer therapies (SACT) in accordance with NHS England and Somerset, Wiltshire, Avon & Gloucester (SWAG) cancer network and Trust policies.
In partnership with other professionals and disciplines, develop measurable patient care plans/goals. The process should include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care from admission to discharge.
- Ensure nursing documentation is maintained, accurate and timely in line with the Trust standard
- Develop knowledge and awareness of the care and management of oncological emergencies and toxicity side effects i.e. neutropenic sepsis, malignant spinal cord compression, tumour lysis and anaphylaxis
- Be expert and skilled in cannulation, venepuncture & venesection
- Triage patients effectively using the UKONS triage tool and refer via appropriate pathway
- Manage care of the patient with a central venous access device (CVAD)
- Attend and contribute to 1 in 4 OHDU team meetings
-
- Demonstrate awareness and compliance with Trust policies, procedures, guidelines and standards. To work towards promoting this to others.
- Promote and maintain a safe environment for patient:
- Promote a clean environment and the prevention of hospital acquired infection
- Respond positively and act promptly to resolve problems/issues for patients/carers, utilising complaints procedures and PALs where appropriate.
- Identify record and report all incidents/complaints involving staff, patients and visitors in accordance with UHBristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust policies and assist in any investigations as required.
- Assist with the smooth running of the clinical area by carrying out other duties such as unpacking stores, tidying and cleaning up equipment.
Leadership and Management:
Act as professional role model/team leader setting standards of practice promoting clinical effectiveness and opportunities for teaching others
Act as a role model including mentor for learners and junior staff.
Take day to day responsibility for the clinical area or sub team in the Department setting or for the total patient care required and prioritise effectively
Develop clinical reasoning skills, ensuring that when a patients condition is deteriorating this is communicated to other members of the healthcare team and acted upon in a timely manner.
Participate in the collection of audit and research data as required.
Support the ward sister / charge nurse with effective use of resources e.g. staffing, supplies, stores.
Work with senior nurses to develop management skills.
Actively manage own annual leave in line with Trust and local Policy and Procedure.
-
Professional Development and Education Responsibilities:
Maintain registration and revalidation with the Nursing and Midwifery council (NMC)
- Maintain practical and theoretical competences in SACT & utilise opportunities to expand roles where appropriate
Maintain, update and develop personal and professional knowledge and skills by participating in the Trusts appraisal and review processes.
- Undertake training to extend current skills and to expand the scope of professional practice for the clinical care and patient care.
- Participate in staff education and development, including utilising appropriate learning opportunities and to act as a mentor and resource for student nurses, adaptation and unqualified members of the nursing team.
- Participate with link roles as appropriate, e.g. Tissue Viability, Mental Health, Infection Control.
- During the first-year post registration, act as an associate mentor for student nurses and other learners in the clinical environment, progressing to acting as a mentor / assessor one year post registration
- Act as a preceptor to newly registered nurses after one year, post registration
Demonstrate through a holistic approach to nursing care and day to day clinical issues an understanding of evidence-based practice
Research Responsibilities
Demonstrate an understanding of the interplay between research and practice to ensure patient care is supported by best evidence and continues to improve.
Demonstrate the ability to access up-to-date evidence to inform care practices
Support the collection of mandatory national clinical audit data
Be informed regarding the relevant research studies being undertaken within clinical specialty and any specific responsibilities relating to ward/unit nurses.
Facilitate patient and staff involvement in research studies as part of promoting excellent care through research
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Communication and Relationship skills:
- Demonstrate politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in providing compassionate care for patients, visitors/relatives and colleagues.
- Contribute towards sharing good practice within the ward/department and Trust wide.
- Always Promote a positive image of University Hospital Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust.
- Work cohesively with all members of the ward team and promote effective liaison with all members of the multi-disciplinary team in ensuring that the very best services to patients are always provided.
- Communicate effectively within the team, participate in motivating and supporting team members and maintain confidentiality with patients and carers. Give written and verbal advice/teaching to patients and carers.
Patient Care:
Take charge of the clinical needs of a group of defined patients on the department prioritising workload according to changing clinical need.
- Administer systemic anti-cancer therapies (SACT) in accordance with NHS England and Somerset, Wiltshire, Avon & Gloucester (SWAG) cancer network and Trust policies.
In partnership with other professionals and disciplines, develop measurable patient care plans/goals. The process should include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care from admission to discharge.
- Ensure nursing documentation is maintained, accurate and timely in line with the Trust standard
- Develop knowledge and awareness of the care and management of oncological emergencies and toxicity side effects i.e. neutropenic sepsis, malignant spinal cord compression, tumour lysis and anaphylaxis
- Be expert and skilled in cannulation, venepuncture & venesection
- Triage patients effectively using the UKONS triage tool and refer via appropriate pathway
- Manage care of the patient with a central venous access device (CVAD)
- Attend and contribute to 1 in 4 OHDU team meetings
-
- Demonstrate awareness and compliance with Trust policies, procedures, guidelines and standards. To work towards promoting this to others.
- Promote and maintain a safe environment for patient:
- Promote a clean environment and the prevention of hospital acquired infection
- Respond positively and act promptly to resolve problems/issues for patients/carers, utilising complaints procedures and PALs where appropriate.
- Identify record and report all incidents/complaints involving staff, patients and visitors in accordance with UHBristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust policies and assist in any investigations as required.
- Assist with the smooth running of the clinical area by carrying out other duties such as unpacking stores, tidying and cleaning up equipment.
Leadership and Management:
Act as professional role model/team leader setting standards of practice promoting clinical effectiveness and opportunities for teaching others
Act as a role model including mentor for learners and junior staff.
Take day to day responsibility for the clinical area or sub team in the Department setting or for the total patient care required and prioritise effectively
Develop clinical reasoning skills, ensuring that when a patients condition is deteriorating this is communicated to other members of the healthcare team and acted upon in a timely manner.
Participate in the collection of audit and research data as required.
Support the ward sister / charge nurse with effective use of resources e.g. staffing, supplies, stores.
Work with senior nurses to develop management skills.
Actively manage own annual leave in line with Trust and local Policy and Procedure.
-
Professional Development and Education Responsibilities:
Maintain registration and revalidation with the Nursing and Midwifery council (NMC)
- Maintain practical and theoretical competences in SACT & utilise opportunities to expand roles where appropriate
Maintain, update and develop personal and professional knowledge and skills by participating in the Trusts appraisal and review processes.
- Undertake training to extend current skills and to expand the scope of professional practice for the clinical care and patient care.
- Participate in staff education and development, including utilising appropriate learning opportunities and to act as a mentor and resource for student nurses, adaptation and unqualified members of the nursing team.
- Participate with link roles as appropriate, e.g. Tissue Viability, Mental Health, Infection Control.
- During the first-year post registration, act as an associate mentor for student nurses and other learners in the clinical environment, progressing to acting as a mentor / assessor one year post registration
- Act as a preceptor to newly registered nurses after one year, post registration
Demonstrate through a holistic approach to nursing care and day to day clinical issues an understanding of evidence-based practice
Research Responsibilities
Demonstrate an understanding of the interplay between research and practice to ensure patient care is supported by best evidence and continues to improve.
Demonstrate the ability to access up-to-date evidence to inform care practices
Support the collection of mandatory national clinical audit data
Be informed regarding the relevant research studies being undertaken within clinical specialty and any specific responsibilities relating to ward/unit nurses.
Facilitate patient and staff involvement in research studies as part of promoting excellent care through research
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Job role, patients on ward or as a student
Desirable
- Previous experience or interest
Aptitudes
Essential
- Trust values, interest in cancer/haematology care, enthusiasm, conscientious, reliable and hardworking
Desirable
- Willing to learn, keen and hard working
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Good level of English language, written and spoken
- Competent in medication delivery, including IV administration
- Competent in venepuncture, cannulation and or PICC/ Port care
- Basic IT skills
- Willingness to learn
Desirable
- Experienced in SACT administration/ UKONS SACT passport
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Job role, patients on ward or as a student
Desirable
- Previous experience or interest
Aptitudes
Essential
- Trust values, interest in cancer/haematology care, enthusiasm, conscientious, reliable and hardworking
Desirable
- Willing to learn, keen and hard working
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Good level of English language, written and spoken
- Competent in medication delivery, including IV administration
- Competent in venepuncture, cannulation and or PICC/ Port care
- Basic IT skills
- Willingness to learn
Desirable
- Experienced in SACT administration/ UKONS SACT passport
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Oncology & Haematology Day Unit
Weston General Hospital
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 4TQ
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
