Staff Nurse – Haematology Oncology Day Unit (Band 5)

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Full time
Location: Douglas
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Following a recent uplift to the nursing establishment, an exciting opportunity has arisen for motivated nurses to work in a busy Haematology & Oncology Day Unit.

We are looking for enthusiastic nurses who can work dynamically and at a fast pace to ensure safe and effective care delivery.

We have close links with Hope for Tomorrow who support by the loan of 2 Mobile Cancer Care Units. The successful candidates will have a clear vision of quality care delivery and will be committed to helping to develop and improve the Haematology / Oncology service at Airedale General Hospital.

Previous applicants need not re-apply.

Main duties of the job

To work on the Haematology Oncology Day Unit (HODU) & Mobile Cancer Care Units (MCCU) supporting patients and their carers who are receiving chemotherapy and supportive treatments for haematology/oncology conditions.

The post is an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team which includes pharmacy, specialist nurses, and MCCU team. The postholder will contribute towards the development of clinical practice and self-development and perform procedures required of the role and be prepared to learn new skills relevant to the role including administering chemotherapy.

About us

We are always looking for enterprising and innovative approaches to the way we provide our services. We are a national centre for telemedicine and introduced telehealth to the UK offender healthcare sector and also provide the service to patients in their care homes. Community matters to us and we are supported by 400 dedicated volunteers and have strong links with Bradford University, Craven College, and Leeds City College to ensure we inspire the workforce of the future.

We want to attract staff who embrace our Right Care behaviours of compassion, a commitment to quality of care, and working together for patients we want to make these part of our DNA.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information and full details of the job role please see the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential Studied to Diploma level or equivalent Registered with NMC Completed 6 months preceptorship period following registration Recent evidence of study / professional development Willing to undertake post registration study RGN Level 1

Desirable Sc / MSc in Health care studies Recognised teaching qualification Cannulation and phlebotomy IV drug delivery Access to CVADs competencies Blood transfusion training UKONS SACT Passport AIMS / ILS / ALS Advanced communications skills

Experience

Essential Significant post qualification experience in an NHS acute setting Relevant experience caring for patients with haematology / oncology conditions

Desirable Relevant experience caring for patients with haematology / oncology conditions Experience of administering chemotherapy Palliative care knowledge

Knowledge

Essential Knowledge of the NHS Constitution & Understanding the new NHS. Understanding the need for evidence-based practice Willingness to undertake essential training Understanding of haematology and oncology disease groups

Desirable Understanding of haematology and oncology disease groups Knowledge of the care of patients receiving chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments

Skills

Essential Good interpersonal and communication skills Person-centered approach to assessment and care delivery

Desirable Awareness of the UKONS triage process for the assessment of the acutely unwell / deteriorating patient Clinical Audit cycle experience Understanding of blood analysis & laboratory values Computer skills - Systm 1 / Chemo care / e-obs / ePMA / ICE

Employer details

Employer name Airedale NHS Foundation Trust Address Airedale General Hospital Skipton Road Steeton BD20 6TD

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