Job summary
This advert is only open to applicants who are currently
employed by County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust.
An exciting secondment opportunity has arisen for an
enthusiastic Band 6 Chemotherapy Junior Sister or Charge Nurse to join the
existing Chemotherapy team working in the Mara Unit at Bishop Auckland general
Hospital. The day units pride themselves on delivering the highest standards of
nursing care treating patients with a wide range of haematology and oncology
malignancies and conditions and specialises in the administration of
chemotherapy and immunotherapy. These are innovative and challenging times and we are developing other services to
support care closer to home. This is a great opportunity for you to join a
highly skilled, dynamic and friendly multidisciplinary team with an excellent
reputation. The post holder will work with minimal supervision and will be
designated to take charge of the ward/department in the absence of the ward
manager; who holds continuing responsibility.
They will provide high quality, evidence based
care to patients and carers and support to new and junior members of staff
within the team as well work in
collaboration with the Northern Cancer Alliance, The Northern Cancer Centre and
all other cancer units in the Northern Cancer Alliance.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a dedicated and highly motivated nurse
who has previous experience working with oncology and haematology patients and
is highly competent in the safe administration of chemotherapy and
immunotherapy along with additional supportive treatments. They must be
competent in cannulation and venepuncture. Candidates must demonstrate a
compassionate and caring nature alongside excellent communication, clinical
leadership, sound decision making and organisational sills which are essential
for this position.They will also be required to
To demonstrate a high standard of practice in assessing,
implementing and evaluating patient care
To competently and safely administer cytotoxic chemotherapy/
immunotherapy and related treatments within a busy day unit setting
Act as a professional role model and provide facilitative
and effective clinical leadership to other team members
To be involved in service development in collaboration
with Department manager, contributing to the delivery and development of SACT
services and delivery pathways
To promote a nurse-led environment ensuring
that care is delivered as per trust policies and procedures and in accordance
with e
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
From April 1 2024 we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary, If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
Professional
To adhere to the guidelines within the NMC Code of
Professional Conduct
To carry out agreed procedures and treatments in
accordance with roles related to NMC Scope of Practice.
Take responsibility for own professional development in
collaboration with Department Manager
Clinical Responsibilities
To assess individual care needs, develop, implement and
evaluate care given to patients receiving SACT and supportive treatments, in
conjunction with the multidisciplinary team.
Provide safe and effective review of patients undergoing
SACT following agreed departmental policies and procedures, adhering to the
Northern Cancer Alliance standards at all times
To undertake assessment of patients who have self-referred
to the unit with associated SACT toxicities
Have expert skills at intravenous cannulation,
venepuncture, CVAD care
To be able to competently and safely administer SACT with
Northern Cancer Alliance protocols and procedures
Shares expert knowledge with other team members
Educational Responsibilities
To promote a learning environment that facilitates the
development of staff enabling staff to develop to their full potential.
To assist the ward manager in ensuring that all staff
attend mandatory training and receive continuing development and appropriate
education; maintaining accurate records of training.
To assist in the facilitation of teaching and
clinical assessment of pre and post registration nurses and health care
assistants.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Professional
To adhere to the guidelines within the NMC Code of
Professional Conduct
To carry out agreed procedures and treatments in
accordance with roles related to NMC Scope of Practice.
Take responsibility for own professional development in
collaboration with Department Manager
Clinical Responsibilities
To assess individual care needs, develop, implement and
evaluate care given to patients receiving SACT and supportive treatments, in
conjunction with the multidisciplinary team.
Provide safe and effective review of patients undergoing
SACT following agreed departmental policies and procedures, adhering to the
Northern Cancer Alliance standards at all times
To undertake assessment of patients who have self-referred
to the unit with associated SACT toxicities
Have expert skills at intravenous cannulation,
venepuncture, CVAD care
To be able to competently and safely administer SACT with
Northern Cancer Alliance protocols and procedures
Shares expert knowledge with other team members
Educational Responsibilities
To promote a learning environment that facilitates the
development of staff enabling staff to develop to their full potential.
To assist the ward manager in ensuring that all staff
attend mandatory training and receive continuing development and appropriate
education; maintaining accurate records of training.
To assist in the facilitation of teaching and
clinical assessment of pre and post registration nurses and health care
assistants.
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent Clinical Skills, including competent in caring for CVAD Excellent communication skills able to communicate complex and highly sensitive information to patients and relatives overcoming barriers to understanding. Excellent knowledge of solid and haematological malignancy pathways
- Excellent negotiation skills Teaching skills Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing Up to date professional & specialist knowledge
Desirable
- Presentation skills Report writing Knowledge of non-cancer treatments given
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN with current NMC registration Chemotherapy Module Competent in delivery and administration of SACT, by all routes. Excellent standards of nursing care Relevant mentorship course
Desirable
- Diploma/1st level degree Post registration qualification relating to cancer care Courses related to management
Special Requirements
Essential
- High level of personal & professional credibility Supportive of colleagues Organised and Reliable Self-aware and Conscientious Adaptable and Flexible Self -Motivated Enthusiastic Assertive Innovative approaches to practice Ability to work under pressure
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience at Band 5, working in cancer care/chemotherapy People management experience Working effectively within a multidisciplinary team Experience of clinical audit
Desirable
- Demonstrate management and leadership experience
Statutory Registration
Essential
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent Clinical Skills, including competent in caring for CVAD Excellent communication skills able to communicate complex and highly sensitive information to patients and relatives overcoming barriers to understanding. Excellent knowledge of solid and haematological malignancy pathways
- Excellent negotiation skills Teaching skills Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing Up to date professional & specialist knowledge
Desirable
- Presentation skills Report writing Knowledge of non-cancer treatments given
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN with current NMC registration Chemotherapy Module Competent in delivery and administration of SACT, by all routes. Excellent standards of nursing care Relevant mentorship course
Desirable
- Diploma/1st level degree Post registration qualification relating to cancer care Courses related to management
Special Requirements
Essential
- High level of personal & professional credibility Supportive of colleagues Organised and Reliable Self-aware and Conscientious Adaptable and Flexible Self -Motivated Enthusiastic Assertive Innovative approaches to practice Ability to work under pressure
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience at Band 5, working in cancer care/chemotherapy People management experience Working effectively within a multidisciplinary team Experience of clinical audit
Desirable
- Demonstrate management and leadership experience
Statutory Registration
Essential
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
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bishop Auckland General Hospital
Cockton Hill Road
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 6AD
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
