The post holder will be responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for oncology/haematology in-patients admitted to ward 12. This will include working as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and ensuring that a consistently high standard of individualised patient care is maintained.
We aim to provide an individualised and supportive environment for patients in which to deliver this specialist care to a high standard. Innovative nursing is encouraged and there is a well-established and supportive team working on the ward including dedicated ward based OT/Physio/Dietitian/Pharmacist.
Our Band 5 nurses value the provision of dignified and compassionate care and rely on a supportive and team-spirited environment in which to work. They are dedicated individuals who demonstrate daily a willingness to learn and develop themselves and others for the benefit of our patients. This creates a progressive, supportive and knowledgeable department which thrives on the unpredictability and fast pace of emergency and palliative medicine.
Main duties of the job
We are looking to recruit dynamic and motivated nurses to join our team in the Oncology/Haematology ward 12 in Singleton Hospital. Our department takes care of patients with a range of cancers undergoing treatments such as chemotherapy & radiotherapy; those admitted for symptom management e.g. malignant spinal cord compression, neutropenic sepsis; supportive therapies, Bone Marrow Transplant and end of life care. We are looking for nurses who have the desire and enthusiasm to expand/enhance their nursing experience/skills (e.g. management of central lines; phlebotomy/cannulation; delivery of chemotherapy) and work in this rewarding environment. You will be supported in your post by the ward sisters/team and the Clinical Educator and offered learning and developmental opportunities appropriate to your personal development. Job responsibilities
Monitoring, Policy/Service Development
Adhere to Health Board Policies and Procedures. Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and clinical guidelines for self and others. Communication
Ensure that effective communication is established and maintained with patients and carers/relatives, taking accurate message information on the phone or from seniors, relaying all environmental and patient information to the nurse in charge and remain polite and courteous at all times. Communicate complex and sensitive information to patients/families, including patients with special needs/learning disabilities or other barriers to communication. Escalate to a more senior level circumstances/situations that may be detrimental to the well-being of patients or colleagues. Support, advice and information to carers/relatives. Encourage participation of carers in the planning of care and work in a manner which will engender trust and cooperation, thereby enhancing patient care. Clinical
Assess the patients' nursing needs, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in order to ensure the delivery of effective patient care. Assist in the provision of care and treatment to meet people's physical, psychological, social, mental, and spiritual care needs. Assist the individual to maintain and improve their health, independence, and recovery; within the clinical and/or community setting. Promote the health of individuals by implementing activities and groups that enhance their psychological, social, and spiritual needs by helping them to gain new skills that will promote self-direction and social inclusion as appropriate to area of practice. Ensure the principles set out in the Fundamentals of Care are incorporated into daily practice to ensure a high-quality service for the patients and clients. Ensure that patients and carers/relatives are involved in the planning and delivery of care. Ensure patient needs are met by working collaboratively with other professionals and agencies, especially in relation to ongoing care needs. Assess patients' suitability for discharge following medical review and instigate discharge planning arrangements. Liaise with multidisciplinary teams as appropriate to assist in complex discharge planning. Administer medication e.g. intramuscular/subcutaneous medications, ensuring that procedures are compliant with Health Board Policy. Carry out procedures in relation to care of patients e.g. catheterisation, removal of sutures, aseptic technique etc. as required. Participate in the responsibility to maintain a clean environment and ensure all members of staff follow cleaning responsibilities. Develop own skills and knowledge and contribute to the development of others. Ensure own compliance with regard to mandatory training and PREP requirements. Person Specification
Good communication and organisational skills Clear understanding of consent process Intravenous competency 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. £30,420 to £37,030 a year per annum (pro rata if part time)
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We are looking to recruit dynamic and motivated nurses to join our team in the Oncology/Haematology ward 12 in Singleton Hospital. Our department takes care of patients with a range of cancers undergoing treatments such as chemotherapy & radiotherapy; those admitted for symptom management e.g. malignant spinal cord compression, neutropenic sepsis; supportive therapies, Bone Marrow Transplant and end of life care. We are looking for nurses who have the desire and enthusiasm to expand/enhance their nursing experience/skills (e.g. management of central lines; phlebotomy/cannulation; delivery of chemotherapy) and work in this rewarding environment. You will be supported in your post by the ward sisters/team and the Clinical Educator and offered learning and developmental opportunities appropriate to your personal development. Job responsibilities
Monitoring, Policy/Service Development
Adhere to Health Board Policies and Procedures. Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and clinical guidelines for self and others. Communication
Ensure that effective communication is established and maintained with patients and carers/relatives, taking accurate message information on the phone or from seniors, relaying all environmental and patient information to the nurse in charge and remain polite and courteous at all times. Communicate complex and sensitive information to patients/families, including patients with special needs/learning disabilities or other barriers to communication. Escalate to a more senior level circumstances/situations that may be detrimental to the well-being of patients or colleagues. Support, advice and information to carers/relatives. Encourage participation of carers in the planning of care and work in a manner which will engender trust and cooperation, thereby enhancing patient care. Clinical
Assess the patients' nursing needs, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in order to ensure the delivery of effective patient care. Assist in the provision of care and treatment to meet people's physical, psychological, social, mental, and spiritual care needs. Assist the individual to maintain and improve their health, independence, and recovery; within the clinical and/or community setting. Promote the health of individuals by implementing activities and groups that enhance their psychological, social, and spiritual needs by helping them to gain new skills that will promote self-direction and social inclusion as appropriate to area of practice. Ensure the principles set out in the Fundamentals of Care are incorporated into daily practice to ensure a high-quality service for the patients and clients. Ensure that patients and carers/relatives are involved in the planning and delivery of care. Ensure patient needs are met by working collaboratively with other professionals and agencies, especially in relation to ongoing care needs. Assess patients' suitability for discharge following medical review and instigate discharge planning arrangements. Liaise with multidisciplinary teams as appropriate to assist in complex discharge planning. Administer medication e.g. intramuscular/subcutaneous medications, ensuring that procedures are compliant with Health Board Policy. Carry out procedures in relation to care of patients e.g. catheterisation, removal of sutures, aseptic technique etc. as required. Participate in the responsibility to maintain a clean environment and ensure all members of staff follow cleaning responsibilities. Develop own skills and knowledge and contribute to the development of others. Ensure own compliance with regard to mandatory training and PREP requirements. Person Specification
Good communication and organisational skills Clear understanding of consent process Intravenous competency 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. £30,420 to £37,030 a year per annum (pro rata if part time)
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