Job Summary
An exciting opportunity is awaiting you if you are a highly motivated, enthusiastic Nurse with excellent communication skills. We want you to join our established team on Rowan Suite, where you will have the opportunity to be part of this service and our innovative ways of working as we grasp this opportunity to influence, shape, and develop the changing face of cancer care and service provision in our Trust.
The 14-chaired day unit cares for patients with a range of cancers who are receiving chemotherapy. We aim to provide an individualized and supportive environment for patients in which to deliver this specialized high standard care.
We are looking for someone who wants to increase their Oncology/Hematology experience and wants to work within this rewarding environment. Applicants should have the motivation to undertake a recognized post-registration oncology course in the future. If you have cannulation, phlebotomy, or central lines skills, it will be an advantage, but if not, then you should have enthusiasm and dexterity to develop these skills. The ability to communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team is essential.
All our new staff nurses will be provided with an extensive training programme of 9 weeks and will be supported by a buddy and mentor in the giving of the treatments, completing the SACT passport, and further training on other aspects of the SACT will follow once established on the unit.
Main Duties of the Job
1. Manage and provide care for patients undergoing systemic anti-cancer therapies and supportive treatment.
2. Assess patients for chemotherapy to ensure their physical condition and blood parameters are satisfactory to safely receive treatment according to treatment protocols/regimes and escalate any concerns to the coordinator.
3. Administer and dispose of intravenous and chemotherapy safely in accordance with Trust and National Guidelines.
4. Provide information regarding treatment and side effects to ensure each patient is prepared for their specific treatment and elicit informed consent.
5. Provide one-to-one and telephone advice to patients and their families regarding treatment side effects and management of side effects.
6. Recognize and provide the psychological and emotional support needed by individuals and their families whilst undergoing treatment.
7. Ensure safe administration of chemotherapy regimens according to Trust protocols.
About Us
Our purpose is simple - Putting Patients First. We are looking for exceptional colleagues who can help us achieve this.
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute and specialized hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to the residents of Worcestershire and more specialized services to a larger population in Herefordshire and beyond.
The Trust operates hospital-based services from three sites in Kidderminster, Redditch, and Worcester. Our workforce is over 7,000 strong, and our caring staff are recognized as providing good and outstanding patient-centered care.
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
* Articulate
* High professional standards
* Able to remain calm under pressure
* Aware of own strengths and weaknesses
* Flexible and adaptable
* Highly motivated
* Committed to quality improvement
Skills
* Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills
* Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues across health and social care settings
* Good IT skills
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse on part 1 of the professional register
Experience
* Post-registration experience at Band 5 (Desirable)
Employer Details
Employer Name: Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust
Address: Charles Hastings Way, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR5 1DD
Employer's Website: Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust
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