Staff Nurse

Job overview

Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT) Day Services An exciting development opportunity has arisen within the SACT unit, at The Christie at Macclesfield for a permanent band 5 (30 hours) We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced, registered nurse with a passion for caring for oncology patients to join our dedicated team in the brand-new Christie at Macclesfield

Main duties of the job

We are welcoming to new ideas and would look forward to working with nurses who have a genuine passion for caring for patients in this field. We are open Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. We also open on Bank Holidays. If you are interested please contact Tara Davies, Deputy Service Manager at the Christie at Macclesfield 0161 956 1701

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

1. Provide a supportive role within the SACT unit at the Christie at Macclesifled for nursing, medical and clerical Staff.
2. Undertake the nursing care of patients, ensuring privacy & dignity is maintained whilst being aware of physical and psychological needs
3. To give a clear and accurate update at change of duties and ensure accurate documentation of nursing interventions
4. To participate in the rehabilitation of patients and give any necessary instructions, including discharge information
5. Participate in nursing procedures appropriate to the department
6. Support and assist in the induction/training of junior staff/Health Care Assistant’s acting as mentor to designated staff
7. To welcome patients to the unit and its routine
8. Be able to act as ward co-ordinator and ensure the safe and timely management of patients
9. To liaise with medical and non medical personnel and community organisations
10. Rotate to ground floor clinic management where required so support in outpatients.
11. To highlight areas of improvement/development within the department and undertake relevant projects
12. To act as support for other nurses in relation to SACT and oncology care
13. Safely deliver SACT to Christie patients attending the unit
14. Assist in the provision of meals / refreshments for patients whilst meeting their nutritional needs
15. Assist in the general housekeeping duties of the unit.
16. Help to maintain a safe environment and report faults/risks etc to the nurse in charge
17. Liaise with nurse responsible for stores/stationery and ordering and assist in the maintenance of stock levels
18. Handles patients personal possessions, ensure cash and valuables kept securely
19. Correct care and custody of controlled drugs and aid the safe storage of medicines and the return of any unused chemotherapy to pharmacy
20. Assist medical staff with procedures
21. Demonstrates the agreed set of values and accountable for own attitude and behaviour

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 Clinical Skills Training and the UKON’s SACT passport
4. Annually attend all mandatory study days including Resuscitation, AIMs, moving & handling and fire safety
5. To complete level 3 SACT administration programme to administer cytotoxic drugs and educate patients regarding their treatment
6. To be working towards band 6 equivalent competency pack

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
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 SACT Day Services philosophy of giving mutual support

This job description is intended to reflect the main duties and responsibilities of the post holder but is indicative only. It may be reviewed in consultation with the post holder as circumstances change and develop.

Person specification

Qualifications

• RGN Level 1 or 2

• Diploma in Health Care Studies

Experience

• Qualification in Adult Nursing

• SACT experience
• Oncology experience
• Clinical skills

Skills

• Good communication skills
• Ability to delver high standard of nursing care

• Understanding need for evidence based practice
• Computer literacy

Knowledge

• Participate in personal development

Values

• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours

Other

• Team player

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.