Sister/Charge Nurse - Oncology-Haematology Outpatients

at  The London Clinic

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Registered General Nurse with valid NMC registration.
• Post registration course in chemotherapy administration
• Significant experience within Oncology/Haematology
• Effective interpersonal and organisational skills, with the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication skills and is respectful to a diverse range of patients from various cultures and backgrounds, with the confidence to assess situations and make clinical decisions appropriately.
  The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community.
  We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team.

The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.

• The Golden Hello Bonus T&Cs are available to applicants during the application process, please do ask for more details. This Bonus has been approved for this particular vacancy and is not in conjunction with any other vacancy at The London Clinic, unless clearly stated. This incentive may be withdrawn should The London Clinic deem it necessary to do so without notice.

JOB DESCRIPTION

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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Delivery of individualised patient care of the highest standard, acting as the named nurse, ensuring the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation is in line with evidence base practices.
• To take a senior role within the ward, providing leadership and mentorship to more junior members of staff.
• Promote safe practice and professional conduct, and competent in the recognition of life threatening/ emergency situations.
• Organise workload in-line with clinical priorities, and establish good working relationships with specialist practitioners and the multi-disciplinary team to ensure the effective care and treatment of patients.
• Contribute to research and development programmes as well as uphold quality initiatives that improve ‘customer/patient care’ as well as participate in the audit process where appropriate.

As a Sister/Charge Nurse, you will be responsible for delivering high standards of patient centred care, including the appropriate assessment and evaluation of nursing interventions and ongoing care planning, quality improvement and service delivery alongside the multidisciplinary team. You will also play a senior role within the ward, designated to take charge.

• Job Location: This role is located at The London Clinic’s Duchess of Devonshire Wing in London, W1G 6BW (Close to Regents Park & Baker Street tube stations).
• Job Type: This is a full-time, permanent position working 37.5 hours per week; Monday to Friday. Shifts are days only, with no weekend work.
• Salary: The salary range for this role is £41,310 - £50,481 per annum (inclusive of London Weighting and shift enhancements), depending on skills and experience.
• Benefits package: We offer a comprehensive package which includes a contribution pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%), Private Medical Healthcare, 33 day’s annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), season ticket travel loan, a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers and services, plus an extensive range of other benefits. We also offer excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education