Staff Nurse | The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
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
On appointment you would receive a comprehensive supernumerary training package, in which you have exposure to different anti-cancer treatments in different disease group fields and complete the UKONs SACT passport. You will gain experience in treating a variety of patients with potentially curative diseases, alongside palliative and clinical trial treatments.During your supernumerary period you will spend time at the main Christie hospital Oak Road Treatment Centre . We are an innovative and forward-thinking unit dedicated to reviewing and developing the ways that we work for our patients' needs.
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
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.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Provide a supportive role within the SACT unit at the Christie at Macclesifled for nursing, medical and clerical Staff.
- Undertake the nursing care of patients, ensuring privacy & dignity is maintained whilst being aware of physical and psychological needs
- To give a clear and accurate update at change of duties and ensure accurate documentation of nursing interventions
- To participate in the rehabilitation of patients and give any necessary instructions, including discharge information
- Participate in nursing procedures appropriate to the department
- Support and assist in the induction/training of junior staff/Health Care Assistant’s acting as mentor to designated staff
- To welcome patients to the unit and its routine
- Be able to act as ward co-ordinator and ensure the safe and timely management of patients
- To liaise with medical and non medical personnel and community organisations
- Rotate to ground floor clinic management where required so support in outpatients.
- To highlight areas of improvement/development within the department and undertake relevant projects
- To act as support for other nurses in relation to SACT and oncology care
- Safely deliver SACT to Christie patients attending the unit
- Assist in the provision of meals / refreshments for patients whilst meeting their nutritional needs
- Assist in the general housekeeping duties of the unit.
- Help to maintain a safe environment and report faults/risks etc to the nurse in charge
- Liaise with nurse responsible for stores/stationery and ordering and assist in the maintenance of stock levels
- Handles patients personal possessions, ensure cash and valuables kept securely
- Correct care and custody of controlled drugs and aid the safe storage of medicines and the return of any unused chemotherapy to pharmacy
- Assist medical staff with procedures
- Demonstrates the agreed set of values and accountable for own attitude and behaviour
- The staff nurse is responsible for their own personal development and maintaining a personal development plan
- To complete the Ward introductory pack and preceptor pack
- Complete Clinical Skills Training and the UKON’s SACT passport
- Annually attend all mandatory study days including Resuscitation, AIMs, moving & handling and fire safety
- To complete level 3 SACT administration programme to administer cytotoxic drugs and educate patients regarding their treatment
- To be working towards band 6 equivalent competency pack
- Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship
- Show professional and courteous manner when answering the telephone and other enquires
- Maintain confidentiality with regard to patient information both at work and outside of working hours
- 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
- Report and record all accidents and complaints according to the agreed policy
- To be aware of limitations and utilise the preceptor system for any issues that arise
- 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.
This advert closes on Monday 17 Feb 2025