Job summary
We are delighted that you wish to apply for one of our band 3 HCA vacancies within the metastatic nurse team at BCU which will be based within the The Alaw Unit
The metastatic nurse team is a new nurse led service which supports oncology patients with a metastatic diagnosis. The team consists of three Clinical specialist nurses with the support of band 3 HCSW's.
Offering advice and support to this client group, you will be integral to delivering holistic care to these patients.
As it is a relatively new service, you need to be adaptable to change.
You can find a generic job description attached.
Please browse through and ensure you populate your application based on the person specification.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide care and support to adults who have a metastatic diagnosis. He/she will be responsible for carrying out designated work, which will involve patient care. The post-holder will be expected to work under the supervision of trained staff.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- QCF Level 3 or equivalent qualifications/experience
- NVQ level 3 in Health & Social care related subjects or equivalent qualifications/experience
- Good knowledge of anatomy & physiology
- Have an understanding of multi disciplinary/ agency working and of individual team roles
Desirable
- All Wales HCSW induction framework
- Experience in Cancer Services
- Understanding of risk management and health and safety issues
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a HCSW without direct supervision in a clinical setting and being managed by a qualified practitioner.
- Good understanding of risk assessment and management
- Significant experience of working in cancer services
Desirable
- Experience of working with oncology patients
- Experience of working as HCSW
Skills
Essential
- The ability to communicate clearly and accurately.
- The ability to be adaptable to new and changing circumstances.
- The ability to work alone under supervision and to understand when to seek clinical advice and support
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of clinic activities
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work independently within professional boundaries.
- Good decision making skills.
- Standard keyboard skills
Desirable
- IT skills eg EDCL
- Ability to speak Welsh
- Works well as a team member
Values
Essential
- Put patients first, work together, value and respect each other, learn and innovate, communicate open and honestly
Desirable
- ability to approach any problem in a calm and professional manner.
Other
Essential
- Commitment to continuous improvements of patient care.
- To be flexible within the needs of the service, for example working unsociable hours
- Ability to use own initiative
- Ability to work without direct supervision
- Ability to travel in a timely manner to meet the requirements of the role
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- QCF Level 3 or equivalent qualifications/experience
- NVQ level 3 in Health & Social care related subjects or equivalent qualifications/experience
- Good knowledge of anatomy & physiology
- Have an understanding of multi disciplinary/ agency working and of individual team roles
Desirable
- All Wales HCSW induction framework
- Experience in Cancer Services
- Understanding of risk management and health and safety issues
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a HCSW without direct supervision in a clinical setting and being managed by a qualified practitioner.
- Good understanding of risk assessment and management
- Significant experience of working in cancer services
Desirable
- Experience of working with oncology patients
- Experience of working as HCSW
Skills
Essential
- The ability to communicate clearly and accurately.
- The ability to be adaptable to new and changing circumstances.
- The ability to work alone under supervision and to understand when to seek clinical advice and support
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of clinic activities
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work independently within professional boundaries.
- Good decision making skills.
- Standard keyboard skills
Desirable
- IT skills eg EDCL
- Ability to speak Welsh
- Works well as a team member
Values
Essential
- Put patients first, work together, value and respect each other, learn and innovate, communicate open and honestly
Desirable
- ability to approach any problem in a calm and professional manner.
Other
Essential
- Commitment to continuous improvements of patient care.
- To be flexible within the needs of the service, for example working unsociable hours
- Ability to use own initiative
- Ability to work without direct supervision
- Ability to travel in a timely manner to meet the requirements of the role
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).
