East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Do you want to work for one of the UK's largest Trusts?
We have an excellent full-time opportunity on Brabourne ward which specialises in Haematological cancers at The Kent and Canterbury Hospital.
We are looking for a person who has previous experience of working in the specialty and who has a systemic anti-cancer treatment (SACT) qualification.
Main duties of the job
To provide effective patient care whilst working as a member of the nursing team across East Kent Hospitals NHS Trust. To ensure the maintenance of high standards of patient care in response to service needs.
By working clinically as a member of the nursing team, you will work in partnership with the Ward Manager to provide clinical, professional, and managerial leadership for a ward-based team of qualified and non-qualified staff. The post holder will be required to deputize in the absence of the Ward Manager and ensure a positive patient experience through the delivery of high standards of patient care. Leading clinical nursing practice within the clinical area. Securing and assuring the highest standards of clinical care with the support of the Matron and Head of Nursing. The effective management of clinical and non-clinical risk reporting to the Manager within the Directorate Clinical Governance Framework.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families, and carers we care for every day.
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries, please don't hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Person Specification
Education
* Degree trained Registered Nurse
* SACT Qualification
* Communication course certificate
* Practice supervisor
Experience
* 3 years minimum band 5 experience
* Delivery of evidence-based practice
* Demonstrates patient-focused approach
* Evidence of facilitating learning in practice and ongoing personal and professional development
Other
* Uphold Trust Values
Governance
* NMC Code of Conduct
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
£37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata per annum
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