Job Overview
Come and make a difference and join our dedicated nursing team on the Medlock Unit, based in the brand new Dyson Cancer Centre at the RUH.
We are looking for a kind, caring and motivated nurse to join our passionate and highly skilled multi-professional team, with a genuine interest to develop or enhance competency in Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT).
Within our Medlock Unit we offer opportunities to broaden your skills and knowledge in supporting patients who are receiving SACT and/ or supportive treatments in an acute cancer setting. You will receive an individualised induction programme incorporating visits to adjacent areas within the department. This will be followed by completion of the United Kingdom Oncology Nurses competency passport within 6 months.
Once established in post, planning your career direction is considered very much part of your development. There are Cancer Care qualifications available to suit both your individual professional progression as well as that of the service.
Our service is expanding into the community and the role will include working at Frome Community Hospital as required.
Main duties of the job
As a team we aspire to be compassionate, supportive, personal and open; patient and family experience is central to everything we do. Therefore, together with solid clinical and technical skills, we expect a deep awareness of the special needs of our patients, along with the ability to support and care for them and their families throughout their treatment. You will be key to ensuring that patients and their families receive good quality care and ensure that their cancer journey is positively influenced.
Informal visits are encouraged. Please contact Helen Bond, Hayley Beer Senior Sisters 01225 824852 Monday- Friday.
In order to be considered for this role, you need to hold a valid U.K NMC registration or be currently studying towards a nursing qualification in the U.K.
Working for our organisation
At the RUH we’re proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone’s contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks – celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We’ve even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we’re providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
Please find attached detailed person specification and job description for further information about the role.
Person specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria
* Registered Nurse Part 1,2,12
Desirable criteria
* Post-registration qualification in cancer care eg ENB 237 or equivalent
* Educated to Diploma / Degree
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria
* Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice, particularly within Oncology / Haematology and the application of this in practice
* Understanding of equality & diversity and how to apply it to self and others
* Understanding of NMC Code of Practice and requirements of it for own practice & behaviour
* Minimum of 6 months experience registered nurse experience in an acute setting
* Able to demonstrate effective consolidation of nursing knowledge & practice after qualification & preceptorship
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
This vacancy may close early if we receive a high number of applications. We strongly encourage you to complete and submit your application in good time to ensure it can be considered.
Documents to download
* Band 5 JD (PDF, 562.5KB)
* Join the RUH (PDF, 1.1MB)
Further details / informal visits contact
Name Helen Bond Job title Senior Sister Email address helenbond1@nhs.net Telephone number 01225 824852 Additional information
Helen Bond, / Hayley Beer Senior Sisters
01225 824852 #J-18808-Ljbffr