We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse with a keen interest in developing skills in Oncology and Haematology to join the cancer services at Torbay Hospital.
Preferably, the successful applicant will have a recognised SACT administration training qualification. If you are not trained in SACT but are willing to undergo training, you may still apply.
You will be expected to provide a high standard of care for cancer patients. This includes delivering the safe administration of anticancer and supportive treatments while working flexibly across Turner Ward, our specialist inpatient ward, and the Ricky Grant Day Unit, our purpose-built 15-chair Chemotherapy Day Unit. This role may involve various shift patterns, including days, evenings, weekends, and nights.
You will need to inform and educate patients on their prescribed treatments and side effects, supporting patients and their carers throughout their care journey, whether they are newly diagnosed or receiving palliative care.
Once trained, this role will include coordinating and supervising shifts, and effectively communicating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Work on Ricky Grant Day Unit and Turner Ward as a Sister/Charge Nurse, managing the care of patients with cancer or side effects of treatment, and overseeing the administration of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT) in a nurse-led setting.
2. Lead the ward/unit team in assessing, developing, implementing, and evaluating patient care, working closely with other professionals to maintain high standards and meet patient needs.
3. Enhance practice through continuous professional development to gain broad clinical proficiency in delivering SACT.
4. Ensure safety by conforming to COSHH and Health and Safety regulations when dealing with cytotoxic drugs.
5. Provide clinical advice, training, education, and support to patients, families, and colleagues.
6. Promote a safe clinical environment for all, adhering to Trust policies, procedures, and values.
One of the most rewarding aspects of being an SACT nurse is supporting patients through their treatment, building meaningful relationships, and being part of their support system during challenging times. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant difference in patients' lives, though it can be emotionally demanding. Support from the Turner and Ricky Grant teams is available to help manage these challenges.
For further details or informal visits, contact:
* Name: Ruth Allison
* Job Title: RGDU Manager
* Email: ruth.allison1@nhs.net
* Telephone: 01803 655219
In Ruth's absence, please contact Sara McMurray, Turner Ward Manager.
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