Job summary
To undertake the provision of holistic nursing care of patients and their significant others requiting chemotherapy/ anti-cancer treatment, with the support of seniorcolleagues.May develop the skills and competencies to perform additional tasks. Will work as part of the chemotherapy team to undertake the education of other healthcare professionals, patients and their carer's. Participate in audit and quality initiatives. Liaise with multi-disciplinary teams in both the acute trust and community. The post holder will rotate between acute hospital and community clinic settings. Will provide sound clinical knowledge in the field of anti-cancer drugs and have the skills necessary to provide care to patients and carer's received said treatments. Will assist in the supervision of junior nursing staff where applicable. Acts in a manner that upholds the values to the trust and that of the profession,
Main duties of the job
This job description covers the major tasks to be carried out and the level of responsibilities to which the post-holder will work. These may be revised and changed from time to time. Discussions will take place with the post-holder.
Responsible and accountable for the assessing, planning, implementing and evaluation of nursing care using holistic needs assessment.
Accountable and responsible for accurate and legible record keeping in accordance with local policies having due regard to the NMC guidelines.
About us
Are you passionate about driving forward the Chemotherapy unit service improvements for the Division of Surgery and improving patient experience? We currently have a vacancy available for band 5 Chemotherapy Nurse role Outpatients to work in close collaboration with the Matron and Senior Sister.
The post holder should act in a manner that upholds the values of the Trust and that of the profession, ensuring that service delivered contributes to supporting the principles of clinical governance. You will be encouraged to participate in the ongoing improvement of the clinical service and ensure implementation of the Trust's policies, aims and objectives. You will become part of a professional and caring workforce delivering high standards of care to our patients, which is both challenging and rewarding.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This job description covers the major tasks to be carried out and the level of responsibilities to which the post-holder will work. These may be revised and changed from time to time. Discussions will take place with the post-holder.
Responsible and accountable for the assessing, planning, implementing and evaluation of nursing care using holistic needs assessment.
Accountable and responsible for accurate and legible record keeping in accordance with local policies having due regard to the NMC guidelines.
Act as a point of liaison for the multi-disciplinary agency working, in order to achieve best possible outcomes in patient care.
Provide registered nurse support to support workers and students.
In the absence of a senior nurse, maintain a safe level of nursing, taking remedial action and reporting to senior staff when this cannot be achieved. Maintains the service to meet standards and outcomes identified by the senior nurse in charge in accordance with national evidenced based guidelines.
Required to administer drugs, including bolus and infusion chemotherapy in accordance to trust policy. Required to perform venepuncture in accordance with trust policy. Undertake additional training as required to meet the needs of the patient ad register any additional skills required. Participate in cancer peer review. Maintains the trust aims and objectives within the clinical setting.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This job description covers the major tasks to be carried out and the level of responsibilities to which the post-holder will work. These may be revised and changed from time to time. Discussions will take place with the post-holder.
Responsible and accountable for the assessing, planning, implementing and evaluation of nursing care using holistic needs assessment.
Accountable and responsible for accurate and legible record keeping in accordance with local policies having due regard to the NMC guidelines.
Act as a point of liaison for the multi-disciplinary agency working, in order to achieve best possible outcomes in patient care.
Provide registered nurse support to support workers and students.
In the absence of a senior nurse, maintain a safe level of nursing, taking remedial action and reporting to senior staff when this cannot be achieved. Maintains the service to meet standards and outcomes identified by the senior nurse in charge in accordance with national evidenced based guidelines.
Required to administer drugs, including bolus and infusion chemotherapy in accordance to trust policy. Required to perform venepuncture in accordance with trust policy. Undertake additional training as required to meet the needs of the patient ad register any additional skills required. Participate in cancer peer review. Maintains the trust aims and objectives within the clinical setting.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- At least 12 months clinical experience, in associated specialty.
- Demonstrate evidence of post registration CPD
- Demonstrable achievement's in practice development
Qualifications
Essential
- RN- 1 ST Level nurse Recognised teaching qualification
Skills
Essential
- Able to work with senior staff to make continual improvements to the service Have experience in report writing
- Be able to work across boundaries-locally
- Be able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Have good interpersonal skills
- Show commitment to service improvement across the trust, with awareness of audit andebench marking processes
- Possess venepuncture & cannulation skills
Knowledge
Essential
- possess good assessment skills
- Have knowledge and understanding of local and national policies related to Acute oncology service, administration of chemotherapy and peer review)
- Have a clear understanding of clinical governance Have understanding wider issues of health and social care.
- Must demonstrate a knowledge of the role and responsibilities of the post, clinical and non-clinical
other
Essential
- Be flexible and positive attitude to healthcare with respect for others.
- Dress according to trust policy
- Be always punctual.
- Ability to write clearly and legibly
- Can articulate well with good listening skills
- Must demonstrate an understanding of their roles and responsibilities in respect of education and development -- their own and that of others.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- At least 12 months clinical experience, in associated specialty.
- Demonstrate evidence of post registration CPD
- Demonstrable achievement's in practice development
Qualifications
Essential
- RN- 1 ST Level nurse Recognised teaching qualification
Skills
Essential
- Able to work with senior staff to make continual improvements to the service Have experience in report writing
- Be able to work across boundaries-locally
- Be able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Have good interpersonal skills
- Show commitment to service improvement across the trust, with awareness of audit andebench marking processes
- Possess venepuncture & cannulation skills
Knowledge
Essential
- possess good assessment skills
- Have knowledge and understanding of local and national policies related to Acute oncology service, administration of chemotherapy and peer review)
- Have a clear understanding of clinical governance Have understanding wider issues of health and social care.
- Must demonstrate a knowledge of the role and responsibilities of the post, clinical and non-clinical
other
Essential
- Be flexible and positive attitude to healthcare with respect for others.
- Dress according to trust policy
- Be always punctual.
- Ability to write clearly and legibly
- Can articulate well with good listening skills
- Must demonstrate an understanding of their roles and responsibilities in respect of education and development -- their own and that of others.
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).
