Staff Nurse

Job overview

Acute Ambulatory Care Unit

The AACU is recruiting!

Due to service developments, we are seeking experienced nurses to join our team.

Oncology experience is not essential as acute care skills are more relevant to this area however an interest in oncology nursing is desired.

We care for all emergency/unplanned admissions to The Christie, dealing with a variety of general medical problems, alongside acute complications of cancer treatment.

There are many benefits to working on The Christie Acute Ambulatory Care Unit:

• Newly built unit with spacious clinical areas for efficient working & patient and staff experience
• Standard nurse: patient ratio of 1:4/5
• 8 weeks induction period to help you learn the role and get to know the unit
• Good training and development opportunities
• Oncology and palliative care specific study days in supernumerary period
• Ward based clinical practice facilitator to aid development and learning
• Many staff benefits/discounts available
• On-going support from a friendly team of Ward Sisters
• Acute Medicine Consultants based on the sister ward
• An opportunity to develop your acute care and oncology skills
• 7 day service – No Nights

We are looking for a fun, vibrant and friendly nurse to join our amazing team!

Main duties of the job

We care for all emergency/unplanned admissions to The Christie, dealing with a variety of general medical problems, alongside acute complications of cancer treatment.

Working for our organisation

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 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.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Manage and generally supervise the ward in the absence of senior staff.
2. Take individual responsibility for the nursing care of a group of patients as a registered nurse
3. Provide a supportive role within the Acute Assessment Unit for nursing, medical and clerical Staff
4. Undertake the nursing care of patients, ensuring privacy & dignity is maintained whilst being aware of physical and psychological needs
5. To give a clear and accurate update at change of duties and ensure accurate documentation of nursing interventions
6. To participate in the emergency care of patients and give any necessary instructions, including transfer information
7. Participate in nursing procedures appropriate to the department
8. Support and assist in the induction/training of junior staff/Health Care Assistant’s acting as mentor to designated staff
9. To welcome patients to the ward and its routine
10. Be able to act as ward co-ordinator and ensure the safe and timely through put of patients, liaising closely with triage/admission staff, medical staff and other wards
11. To liaise with medical and para medical personnel and community organisations
12. To highlight areas of improvement/development within the department and undertake relevant projects
13. To act as support for other ward nurses in relation to acute emergency care
14. Safely escort patients to other areas and collect blood products from key departments
15. Assist in the provision of meals / refreshments for patients whilst meeting their nutritional needs
16. Assist in the general housekeeping duties of the AAU
17. Help to maintain a safe environment and report faults/risks etc to the nurse in charge
18. Liaise with staff member responsible for stores/stationery and ordering and assist in the maintenance of stock levels
19. Handles patients personal possessions, ensure cash and valuables kept securely as per policy
20. Correct care and custody of controlled drugs and aid the safe storage of medicines
21. Assist medical staff with procedures
22. Carry out certain procedures such as cannulation and 12 lead ECG’s and be prepared to learn new skills

1. The staff nurse is responsible for their own personal development and maintaining a personal development plan
2. To complete the Ward introductory pack and preceptor pack
3. Complete Principles and Practice of Intravenous Skills Programme and Cannulation Skills Training and update annually
4. Annually attend all mandatory study days as per Trust and unit guidance

1. Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship
2. Show professional and courteous manner when answering the telephone and other enquires
3. Maintain confidentiality with regard to patient information both at work and outside of working hours
4. To be aware of and adhere to all policies including; sickness and absence, confidentiality, uniform and responsibilities under the Health and Safety at work act and be familiar with all risk assessments pertinent to the AAU
5. Report and record all accidents and complaints according to the agreed policy
6. To be aware of limitations and utilise the preceptor system for any issues that arise
7. To show respect for members of the team and endorse the AAU’s philosophy of giving mutual support
8. Demonstrates the agreed set of values and accountable for own attitude and behaviour

Person specification

Qualifications

• RGN Level 1 or 2
• Degree or Diploma in Nursing

• Post Graduate certificate in cancer care / oncology or acute care
• Post graduate certificate in teaching and assessing

Experience

• Previous experience in an acute care/oncology setting

• Post Reg acute care/oncology experience

Skills

• Good communication skills
• Ability to deliver high standard of nursing care
• Computer literacy
• Understanding need for evidence based practice

• Cannulation/venepuncture skills
• ECG’S

Knowledge

• Participate in personal development

Values

• Rotation to night duty as required
• Team player
• Willingness to be involved with ward/unit/Trust initiatives
• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours

• Understanding/experience of current national initiatives

The closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.

In support of these commitments, we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority people and people with disabilities for this post. Appointment will be only on merit.

We are committed to creating a balanced and diverse workforce. As such we welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Together we will foster inclusion and tackle inequity and health inequalities in cancer care.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy

All positions within the Christie are subject to the receipt of satisfactory written references, medical clearance and evidence of your Right to Work in the UK. Some roles will require a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Please note if you are successfully appointed to a post with this Trust, you will be required to pay for your own DBS Disclosure.

Please note, all communication regarding your application will be made via email, please ensure you check your junk/spam folders as emails are sometimes filtered there.

If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, I regret that on this occasion your application will have been unsuccessful.

The Inter-Authority Transfer (IAT) process is a critical and beneficial component of ESR and will form part of the recruitment process. In the event that you are successful following interview your previous NHS employment data, if applicable will be transferred from your current / most recent employer.

Overseas candidates wishing to apply for this position and who would require immigration sponsorship, may wish to self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the post on the UKVI website.

You should be aware the Trust operates a No Smoking Policy and therefore employees are not permitted to smoke at work.