An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join the Oncology Day Unit at North Tyneside General Hospital. This unit is one of five day units within Northumbria NHS Foundation Healthcare Trust.
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with an interest in Oncology. The successful candidate will work within a motivated, friendly team committed to delivering high-quality standards of care.
Part-time hours may be considered.
Please note: If you have already applied for this vacancy, do not resubmit your application as it is still under consideration.
This role involves supporting the existing team in the safe delivery of holistic care to a diverse range of cancer patients undergoing day treatments. Under the guidance of the unit manager and senior staff, you will provide evidence-based, holistic, nurse-led care to cancer patients and their carers.
With appropriate training, you will safely administer a variety of cytotoxic chemotherapy drugs and supportive care. The role also involves demonstrating compassionate and inclusive leadership to foster a collective leadership culture within the trust. This includes:
* Engaging, enabling, and empowering others
* Using coaching to promote ownership of learning and quality improvement
* Facilitating teamwork and collaboration across departments and organizational boundaries
Our services cover three major hospitals in North Tyneside, Wansbeck, and Hexham, as well as smaller community hospitals and clinics from Tynemouth to Berwick on Tweed. We also operate the Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital, the first of its kind in England, and provide community-based services to support independent living and reduce hospital admissions.
We prioritize high-quality patient care and aim to provide an exceptional experience for every patient and service user. Our extensive patient experience program is among the most comprehensive in England.
For further details or informal visits, contact:
* Name: Sophie Atkinson
* Job Title: Oncology Day Unit Manager
* Email: sophie.atkinson@northumbria-healthcare.nhs.uk
* Telephone: 0191 2932751
Alternatively, contact Deborah Fearn, Oncology Day Unit Manager, at deborah.fearn@northumbria-healthcare.nhs.uk.
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