Job summary
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a full time Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse post within the SACT Outreach Team.
The SACT Outreach Team delivers treatments for Patients closer to home. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team providing care closer to home.
Main duties of the job
The Sister/Charge Nurse will be required to provide support to the Senior Sister and work with other colleagues within SACT services. To take responsibility for the co-ordination of the Closer to Home clinics, including Patient care and skill mix, and the development and support of the nursing staff in the absence of the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.
To support with the management of the service including delivery of SACT and patient care, as well as the development and support of the junior staff within the Team.
You will also be required to provide support where required to Oak Road Treatment Centre and staff.
The Sister/charge nurse needs to ensure that they are providing a supportive environment to enable others to develop excellent skills and knowledge within this field. Once established in the role, you will be expected to co-ordinate Outreach Clinics, develop your clinical skills within SACT and teach others. You will also manage staff, their personal development needs and management of attendance.
We are looking for a dynamic individual who is able to demonstrate initiative and vision in continuing to move the service forward whilst assisting in implementing service changes and developments with a positive impact of patient care. Encouraging staff engagement and leading by example showing a strong positive role model.
We would encourage those interested in applying to arrange an informal chat/visit.
About us
The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.
Job description
Job responsibilities
GENERAL DUTIES1. Provide a supportive role within the SACT outreach sites for nursing, medical and clerical Staff whilst providing cover between the Chemotherapy Services Units. This will include all other SACT outreach sites.2. Undertake the nursing care of patients, ensuring privacy & dignity is maintained whilst being aware of physical and psychological needs3. To give a clear and accurate update at change of duties and ensure accurate documentation of nursing interventions4. To participate in the rehabilitation of patients and give any necessary instructions, including discharge information5. Participate in nursing procedures appropriate to the department6. Support and assist in the induction/training of junior staff/Health Care Assistants acting as mentor to designated staff7. To welcome patients to the ward and its routine8. Be able to act as ward co-ordinator and ensure the safe and timely management of patients9. To liaise with medical and non medical personnel and community organisations10. Rotate/ work on ORTC Chemotherapy unit11. To highlight areas of improvement/development within the department and undertake relevant projects12. To act as support for other ward nurses in relation to chemotherapy care13. Safely escort patients to other areas and collect chemotherapy from key departments14. Assist in the provision of meals / refreshments for patients whilst meeting their nutritional needs15. Assist in the general housekeeping duties of all areas.16. Help to maintain a safe environment and report faults/risks etc to the nurse in charge17. Liaise with nurse responsible for stores/stationery and ordering and assist in the maintenance of stock levels18. Handles patients personal possessions, ensure cash and valuables kept securely19. Correct care and custody of controlled drugs and aid the safe storage of medicines and the return of any unused chemotherapy to pharmacy20. Assist medical staff with procedures
EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
1. The staff nurse is responsible for their own personal development and maintaining a personal development plan2. To complete the Ward introductory pack and preceptor pack3. Complete Cannulation Skills Training and the UKONs Workbook4. Annually attend all mandatory study days including Resuscitation, moving and handling and fire safety5. To complete level 3 chemotherapy administration programme to administer cytotoxic drugs and educate patients regarding their treatmentPERSONAL
1. Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship2. Show professional and courteous manner when answering the telephone and other enquires3. Maintain confidentiality with regard to patient information both at work and outside of working hours4. To be aware of and adhere to all policies including; sickness and absence, confidentiality, uniform and responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act5. Report and record all accidents and complaints according to the agreed policy6. To be aware of limitations and utilise the preceptor system for any issues that arise7. To show respect for members of the team and endorse the SACT Services philosophy of giving mutual support
Job description
Job responsibilities
GENERAL DUTIES1. Provide a supportive role within the SACT outreach sites for nursing, medical and clerical Staff whilst providing cover between the Chemotherapy Services Units. This will include all other SACT outreach sites.2. Undertake the nursing care of patients, ensuring privacy & dignity is maintained whilst being aware of physical and psychological needs3. To give a clear and accurate update at change of duties and ensure accurate documentation of nursing interventions4. To participate in the rehabilitation of patients and give any necessary instructions, including discharge information5. Participate in nursing procedures appropriate to the department6. Support and assist in the induction/training of junior staff/Health Care Assistants acting as mentor to designated staff7. To welcome patients to the ward and its routine8. Be able to act as ward co-ordinator and ensure the safe and timely management of patients9. To liaise with medical and non medical personnel and community organisations10. Rotate/ work on ORTC Chemotherapy unit11. To highlight areas of improvement/development within the department and undertake relevant projects12. To act as support for other ward nurses in relation to chemotherapy care13. Safely escort patients to other areas and collect chemotherapy from key departments14. Assist in the provision of meals / refreshments for patients whilst meeting their nutritional needs15. Assist in the general housekeeping duties of all areas.16. Help to maintain a safe environment and report faults/risks etc to the nurse in charge17. Liaise with nurse responsible for stores/stationery and ordering and assist in the maintenance of stock levels18. Handles patients personal possessions, ensure cash and valuables kept securely19. Correct care and custody of controlled drugs and aid the safe storage of medicines and the return of any unused chemotherapy to pharmacy20. Assist medical staff with procedures
EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
1. The staff nurse is responsible for their own personal development and maintaining a personal development plan2. To complete the Ward introductory pack and preceptor pack3. Complete Cannulation Skills Training and the UKONs Workbook4. Annually attend all mandatory study days including Resuscitation, moving and handling and fire safety5. To complete level 3 chemotherapy administration programme to administer cytotoxic drugs and educate patients regarding their treatmentPERSONAL
1. Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship2. Show professional and courteous manner when answering the telephone and other enquires3. Maintain confidentiality with regard to patient information both at work and outside of working hours4. To be aware of and adhere to all policies including; sickness and absence, confidentiality, uniform and responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act5. Report and record all accidents and complaints according to the agreed policy6. To be aware of limitations and utilise the preceptor system for any issues that arise7. To show respect for members of the team and endorse the SACT Services philosophy of giving mutual support
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Diploma in Health Care Studies
Experience
Essential
- Qualification in Adult Nursing
Desirable
- Chemotherapy experience
- Cannulation skills
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Ability to deliver high standard of nursing care
Desirable
- Understanding need for evidence based practice
- Computer literacy
Knowledge
Essential
- Participate in personal development
VALUES
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours
OTHER
Essential
- Flexibility to work at any Christie chemotherapy clinic in the Greater Manchester and Cheshire area, including the main Christie site as required.
- Car owner and driver
- Team player
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Diploma in Health Care Studies
Experience
Essential
- Qualification in Adult Nursing
Desirable
- Chemotherapy experience
- Cannulation skills
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Ability to deliver high standard of nursing care
Desirable
- Understanding need for evidence based practice
- Computer literacy
Knowledge
Essential
- Participate in personal development
VALUES
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours
OTHER
Essential
- Flexibility to work at any Christie chemotherapy clinic in the Greater Manchester and Cheshire area, including the main Christie site as required.
- Car owner and driver
- Team player
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).
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).