Staff Nurse (Oncology & Haematology)

at  Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

FOR FURTHER DETAILS / INFORMAL VISITS CONTACT:

Bethany Harrison (Ward Manager) or Helen Owen (Ward Sister) on 0161 419-4937
To provide nursing care and advice to patients requiring treatment for malignant and non-malignant solid oncological tumours and haematological cancers/ disorders.
Treatments include administration of IV , SC, IM and oral SACT. Other Anti-Cancer treatments and supportive treatments are also given on the unit, such as; Monoclonal Therapies, IV Immunoglobulins, Blood and Platelets transfusions, Biphosphonate and pamidronate infusions, Venesections, IV Fluids.
The post holder must possess the ability to work unsupervised following competency assessment and co-ordinate the oncology/haematology day case unit in the absence of more senior staff.
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
Our mission is to make a difference every day. Our values are that we care, we respect, and we listen
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
The salary for the role is only one part of the excellent package of benefits we offer to you:
Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
NHS pension scheme membership
Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
NHS Staff discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Salary finance – for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
Stockport Credit Union– for local financial advice
Main Duties and Responsibilities
As part of the haematology/oncology team, help achieve and maintain a high standard of patient care
Assist in providing a seamless service for oncology & haematology patients by working as part of a multidisciplinary team, liaising with other medical staff, specialist nurses and hospital departments as required
Administer complex intravenous drug therapies, including those requiring Central Venous Access Devices.
Maintains professional and safe standards of care and report divergence from them to the relevant senior staff
Assists in maintaining a safe environment for patients, carers and staff
Accurately completes all documentation and patient records.
Supports and counsels distressed patients and relatives affected by the consequences of a cancer diagnosis and subsequent treatment
Maintains safe custody and administration of medicines concordant with the Nursing and Midwifery Council and Trust and Network policies. Report untoward occurrences to the Unit Manager
Upholds the Nursing and Midwifery Council code of conduct
Communications
Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Liaise with the multi-disciplinary team in relation to patients’ needs and care
Participate in unit communication, meetings and complex patient hand-over
Seeks support and advice on matters outside experience and authority
Provide information to patients and their relatives, checks and reinforces their understanding of information which has been given to them
Provide a safe and secure environment by diffusing difficult situations in which patients/visitors may become violent or abusive
Uphold and enforces the need for confidentiality.
Possess IT skills, to obtain web based patient results, send and receive e-mail, compile reports etc as required
Responsibility for Patient Care
Assess, plan and evaluate the care of chemotherapy patients without supervision
Awareness of the physical, psychological and emotional needs of patients and carers
Administer complex intravenous drug therapies, including those which require central venous lines
Possess skills in the management of chemotherapy related side effects
Awareness of potential haematological emergencies and the treatment of such
Adhere to Trust and Cancer Network policies relating to the safe handling, storage and administration of cytotoxic drugs
Participate in the education and support of patients undergoing chemotherapy and their carers, giving any necessary instructions clearly and according to set protocols
Give accurate telephone advice to patients who may be experiencing problems at home
Planning and organising
Organise and plan own day to day workload or activities in order to meet the demands of the role
Assist in the day to day running of the unit, taking charge in the absence of more senior staff
Liaising with the aseptics team to ensure a seamless delivery of treatments to patients
Responsibilities for Physical and / or Financial Resources
Ensure safe and efficient use of equipment, resources and consumables at all times
Assist and advise on the ordering of stores and equipment when necessary.
Responsibility for Policy and Service Development and Implementation
To be aware of, comment on and/or actively participate in changes on policies, procedures or service developments
To support line management and the department in making service improvements effective within the workplace
Responsibilities for Human Resources and Leadership
Support new or less experienced work colleagues to adapt to the workplace
Responsibilities for Teaching and Training
Participate in training and development activities that are relevant to the job role
Through self-development, keeps up to date with new developments in the treatment of cancer
Undertakes training in additional skills / scope of professional practice beyond that of general registration, particularly in the area of cancer care
Responsibilities for data and information resources
Analyse all patients’ observations and symptoms and report anything untoward to nurse in charge or doctor for advice on management
Research, Development and Audit
Participates in the audit of unit activities.
Takes forward innovative methods of practice through the correct channels
Physical Skills and Effort
Keyboard skills and relevant IT systems
Proficient in use of appropriate patient management systems
Phlebotomy and cannulation skills/venesection (Training will be given if required)
Chemotherapy/Intravenous administration skills
Management of central venous access devices
Subcutaneous/Intramuscular injection administration skills.
Ability to perform ECG’s
General Duties
Hand Hygiene
To assist the Trust in reducing healthcare acquired infections (HCAI’s) all staff should be familiar with all the Trust’s Infection Prevention policies which are appropriate to their role. You are required to attend mandatory training in Infection Prevention and be compliant with all measures known to be effective in reducing HCAI’s”
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trust’s policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £41.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13

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