Senior Staff Nurse - Haematology Elf & Libra ward
Band 6
Main area: Haematology Unit Grade: Band 6 Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Long days, Nights, Weekends & Bank Holidays) Job ref: 213-NUR-DH-6849860 Employer: King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Employer type: NHS Site: King's College Hospital Town: London Salary: £44,806 - £53,134 Per Annum Including High Cost Area Salary period: Yearly Closing: Today at 23:59 Job overview
We have exciting Band 6 vacancies. We are looking for experienced Haemato-Oncology nurses to provide essential nursing expertise and leadership in Elf & Libra ward (and/or across Hematology clinical areas). You should have recognized chemotherapy and haemato-oncology qualifications and experience of shift coordination. This is an opportunity to show leadership skills, specialist knowledge and skills in the care and treatment of oncology and Hematology patients, demonstrating extended scope of practice and skills to support the development of the Ward. You will demonstrate a commitment to using your expert knowledge to deliver high quality care and psychological support to patients and their families. Acting as a role model and resource for junior staff and supporting the Ward Manager in leading the ward and contributing to wider activities such as audits to ensure the highest standards of patient care. Main duties of the job
To provide expert, holistic care of a high standard to both the patients and their relatives within the King's College Hospital. To take direct managerial responsibility for the clinical area in the absence of or as delegated by the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse/Head of Department. To assist in the leadership and development of an identified group of nurses within the ward complement. To act as a clinical resource within the ward and across the Care Group as necessary. To act as a positive role model to junior staff members, ensuring that all staff recognize their responsibility to deliver services in a high quality, courteous, patient-focused manner and to maintain patient confidentiality at all times. Working for our organisation
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Clinical Practice To adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct at all times. To demonstrate clinical expertise in the care of patients receiving treatment in the ward/department. To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the needs of patients on the Ward on an ongoing basis, coordinating the care given by all members of the clinical team. To accurately assimilate and interpret clinical information about patients’ conditions, promptly report changes and instigate remedial action as appropriate. To act as a resource person to others, providing accurate information, advice and support to the multidisciplinary team, patients and their relatives. To ensure that accurate records are maintained reflecting both changes in patients’ conditions and the treatment delivered. To ensure that patients and their relatives are updated regularly with accurate information. To ensure that Clinical Guidelines are implemented and to be actively involved in auditing practice. To uphold high standards of nursing care according to existing policies and standards. To support the Ward Managers in processes of continuous quality improvement. To contribute to the health education of patients and their families. To actively support the implementation of the Trust nursing strategy. Education and Research To act as a mentor to junior staff members. To act as practice supervisor, responsible for completing competency documents for junior staff. To contribute to the wider educational activities within the Care Group. To promote and encourage the application of research and evidence-based practices. To participate in any research projects conducted in the clinical area. Management To manage the clinical workload effectively. To contribute positively towards the delivery of a cost-effective service. To assist with the ongoing organization of the ward. To liaise with Medical Personnel and Bed Manager to ensure optimal bed usage. To act as a team leader to an identified group of staff. To actively support the process of risk management. To assist with the monitoring of stock levels of clinical stores and technical equipment. Personal Professional Development To work within and accept responsibility for maintaining agreed levels of clinical competence. To keep up to date with NMC, Trust and Care Group policies and guidelines. To demonstrate an insight into own professional development. To ensure own educational commitment is sufficient to maintain PREP requirements. People Management and Performance Lead, coach and manage the performance of the team. Participate in regular performance appraisal meetings. Ensure the team is compliant with all statutory and mandatory training. Manage team absences in line with Trust policy. Identify and fill any vacancies that arise within the team. Ensure overall wellbeing of the team is maintained. Person specification
Qualifications
1st level Registered General Nurse Further professional studies relevant to the clinical area Mentorship programme or equivalent teaching qualification Experience and Knowledge
Chemotherapy and stem cell competent Demonstrable clinical expertise relevant to the area. Communication skills – able to relate and communicate with patients and staff at all levels. Team building and working skills – able to lead a team to achieve results. You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Name: Elizabeth Joy Dewar Job title: Ward manager - Davidson Ward Email address: jdewar1@nhs.net Telephone number: 020 3299 4333 Catriona Gahan - Unit Manager, Haematology Supportive Therapy unit Contact: 020 3299 1433 Email Address: cat.gahan@nhs.net
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Band 6
Main area: Haematology Unit Grade: Band 6 Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Long days, Nights, Weekends & Bank Holidays) Job ref: 213-NUR-DH-6849860 Employer: King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Employer type: NHS Site: King's College Hospital Town: London Salary: £44,806 - £53,134 Per Annum Including High Cost Area Salary period: Yearly Closing: Today at 23:59 Job overview
We have exciting Band 6 vacancies. We are looking for experienced Haemato-Oncology nurses to provide essential nursing expertise and leadership in Elf & Libra ward (and/or across Hematology clinical areas). You should have recognized chemotherapy and haemato-oncology qualifications and experience of shift coordination. This is an opportunity to show leadership skills, specialist knowledge and skills in the care and treatment of oncology and Hematology patients, demonstrating extended scope of practice and skills to support the development of the Ward. You will demonstrate a commitment to using your expert knowledge to deliver high quality care and psychological support to patients and their families. Acting as a role model and resource for junior staff and supporting the Ward Manager in leading the ward and contributing to wider activities such as audits to ensure the highest standards of patient care. Main duties of the job
To provide expert, holistic care of a high standard to both the patients and their relatives within the King's College Hospital. To take direct managerial responsibility for the clinical area in the absence of or as delegated by the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse/Head of Department. To assist in the leadership and development of an identified group of nurses within the ward complement. To act as a clinical resource within the ward and across the Care Group as necessary. To act as a positive role model to junior staff members, ensuring that all staff recognize their responsibility to deliver services in a high quality, courteous, patient-focused manner and to maintain patient confidentiality at all times. Working for our organisation
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Clinical Practice To adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct at all times. To demonstrate clinical expertise in the care of patients receiving treatment in the ward/department. To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the needs of patients on the Ward on an ongoing basis, coordinating the care given by all members of the clinical team. To accurately assimilate and interpret clinical information about patients’ conditions, promptly report changes and instigate remedial action as appropriate. To act as a resource person to others, providing accurate information, advice and support to the multidisciplinary team, patients and their relatives. To ensure that accurate records are maintained reflecting both changes in patients’ conditions and the treatment delivered. To ensure that patients and their relatives are updated regularly with accurate information. To ensure that Clinical Guidelines are implemented and to be actively involved in auditing practice. To uphold high standards of nursing care according to existing policies and standards. To support the Ward Managers in processes of continuous quality improvement. To contribute to the health education of patients and their families. To actively support the implementation of the Trust nursing strategy. Education and Research To act as a mentor to junior staff members. To act as practice supervisor, responsible for completing competency documents for junior staff. To contribute to the wider educational activities within the Care Group. To promote and encourage the application of research and evidence-based practices. To participate in any research projects conducted in the clinical area. Management To manage the clinical workload effectively. To contribute positively towards the delivery of a cost-effective service. To assist with the ongoing organization of the ward. To liaise with Medical Personnel and Bed Manager to ensure optimal bed usage. To act as a team leader to an identified group of staff. To actively support the process of risk management. To assist with the monitoring of stock levels of clinical stores and technical equipment. Personal Professional Development To work within and accept responsibility for maintaining agreed levels of clinical competence. To keep up to date with NMC, Trust and Care Group policies and guidelines. To demonstrate an insight into own professional development. To ensure own educational commitment is sufficient to maintain PREP requirements. People Management and Performance Lead, coach and manage the performance of the team. Participate in regular performance appraisal meetings. Ensure the team is compliant with all statutory and mandatory training. Manage team absences in line with Trust policy. Identify and fill any vacancies that arise within the team. Ensure overall wellbeing of the team is maintained. Person specification
Qualifications
1st level Registered General Nurse Further professional studies relevant to the clinical area Mentorship programme or equivalent teaching qualification Experience and Knowledge
Chemotherapy and stem cell competent Demonstrable clinical expertise relevant to the area. Communication skills – able to relate and communicate with patients and staff at all levels. Team building and working skills – able to lead a team to achieve results. You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Name: Elizabeth Joy Dewar Job title: Ward manager - Davidson Ward Email address: jdewar1@nhs.net Telephone number: 020 3299 4333 Catriona Gahan - Unit Manager, Haematology Supportive Therapy unit Contact: 020 3299 1433 Email Address: cat.gahan@nhs.net
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