An exciting development opportunity has arisen on the Surgical Oncology Unit for a permanent, band 5 (37.5 hours) staff nurse post.
You should be a highly motivated professional with surgical experience, who wishes to develop their clinical knowledge and management skills. You must be a team player who is driven to improve patient care and experience, ensuring the delivery of exceptional, high quality care.
Our patients undergo highly specialized and often complex surgery across the Colorectal, Urology, Gynecology and Plastic Surgery specialties.
The successful candidate will also possess excellent organizational, communication and clinical skills relevant to the post and be able to act as a positive role model. Commitment to the on-going development of the ward and multidisciplinary team working is essential. We welcome newly qualified nurses into this post also.
There are many benefits to working on The Christie Surgical oncology unit:
Standard nurse: patient ratio of 1:6
8 weeks induction period to help you learn the role and get to know the ward
Trust wide dedication to staff wellbeing and flexible working
Good training and development opportunities supported by a ward based clinical educator and our school of oncology plus 2 full surgical study days
Close working relationship with the surgical MDT to provide holistic care to the patient and to support you in your care planning
An opportunity to develop your surgical care and oncology skill
We care for all surgical oncology patients pre and post operatively within the Christie, working closely with the MDT to ensure safe recovery and safe discharge
We are looking for a fun, passionate and friendly nurse to join our amazing team!
The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.
We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years.
We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.
Professional
Manage and generally supervise the ward in the absence of senior staff.
Take individual responsibility for the nursing care of a group of patients as a registered nurse
Provide a supportive role on the ward for nursing, medical and clerical Staff
Undertake the nursing care of patients, ensuring privacy & dignity is maintained whilst being aware of physical and psychological needs
To give a clear and accurate update at change of duties and ensure accurate documentation of nursing interventions
To participate in the emergency care of patients and give any necessary instructions, including transfer information
Participate in nursing procedures appropriate to the department
Support and assist in the induction/training of junior staff/Health Care Assistant’s acting as mentor to designated staff
To welcome patients to the ward and its routine
Be able to act as ward co-ordinator and ensure the safe and timely through put of patients, liasing closely with triage/admission staff, medical staff and other wards
To liaise with medical and para medical personnel and community organisations
To highlight areas of improvement/development within the department and undertake relevant projects
To act as support for other ward nurses in relation to care of the surgical patient
Safely escort patients to other areas and collect blood products from key departments
Assist in the provision of meals / refreshments for patients whilst meeting their nutritional needs
Assist in the general housekeeping duties of the ward
Help to maintain a safe environment and report faults/risks etc to the nurse in charge
Liaise with staff member responsible for stores/stationery and ordering and assist in the maintenance of stock levels
Handles patients personal possessions, ensure cash and valuables kept securely as per policy
Correct care and custody of controlled drugs and aid the safe storage of medicines
Assist medical staff with procedures
Carry out certain procedures such as cannulation and 12 lead ECG’s and be prepared to learn new skills

EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

The staff nurse is responsible for their own personal development and maintaining a personal development plan
To complete the Ward introductory pack and preceptor pack
Complete Principles and Practice of Intravenous Skills Programme and Cannulation Skills Training and update annually
Annually attend all mandatory study days as per Trust and unit guidance

Please refer the Job description for details