Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Staff Nurse in our Oncology/Haematology department within Poole Hospital's Dorset Cancer Centre, covering the Dorset area. The post will involve working within the Oncology/Haematology Day Care, delivering systemic anti-cancer treatments. We are looking for a flexible, motivated band 5 to join our team. This role is for two days per week (8am-6pm). Flexible working days is preferred. It is essential to be organised, and have the ability to manage your own work load. This role requires one year post NMC registration experience in order to undertake the required SACT training. The post holder must be able to maintain and facilitate a high standard of care for patients and their family or carers, while working with all members of the MDT and supporting the senior team. Base Location: Poole Hospital Interview Date: 8th January Main duties of the job To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert. Working for our organisation Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview. Detailed job description and main responsibilities To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert. Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria Registration on Part 1 or 12 of NMC Register (RGN or RN Adult) Desirable criteria Recognised Oncology/Haematology course Knowledge Essential criteria Anatomy and Physiology for relevant clinical area To have knowledge of systemic anti-cancer Treatments and the administration of these or a willingness to learn Knowledge of acute oncology Emergencies, care and treatment Desirable criteria Care of patient receiving radiotherapy Care of immuno-compromised patient Experience Essential criteria Minimum of 1 years post-registration experience Administration of systemic anti-cancer therapy or (willingness to learn) Acute Oncology including Oncology/Haematology emergencies or (willingness to learn) Desirable criteria Previous care of oncology patients Other Essential criteria Cannulation and phlebotomy Effective communication skills – both written and verbal / non-verbal Excellent time management skills Flexibility/Adaptability to be able to work across the Directorate as required to meet patient needs Intravenous administration of drugs Decision making skills – clinical and non-clinical Desirable criteria Recognised cytotoxic systemic anticancer treatment course Ability to manage resources Use of Hickman and PICC lines