Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic nurse to join our Oncology and Haematology Helpline team, at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking to recruit an exceptional individual with significant nursing experience in Oncology and/or Haematology and the delivery of systemic anti-cancer treatments. This role will also involve rotation onto the inpatient unit and chemotherapy day case units. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will possess excellent organisation, communication, decision making and motivational skills and will be a positive role model to other members of staff. You will have a kind, caring and compassionate manner towards patients and their families, and be willing to go the extra mile to ensure we deliver outstanding compassionate care, in line with the Trust's vision. About us In return you can expect to be provided with the support required to develop in this role, including attending any available and beneficial educational opportunities. You can expect to work within a friendly team of experienced and highly knowledgeable nurses. You will also have the opportunity to be influential in the further development of the service at this exciting time. Date posted 06 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 372-MED2297 Job locations Huddersfield Royal Infirmary Acre Street Huddersfield HD3 3EA Job description Job responsibilities You must have significant experience in caring for patients with cancer, be competent in cannulation, venepuncture, care of central venous access devices and administration of IV medications, and must be accredited in the administration of cytotoxic medications. Informal visits highly recommended. Job description Job responsibilities You must have significant experience in caring for patients with cancer, be competent in cannulation, venepuncture, care of central venous access devices and administration of IV medications, and must be accredited in the administration of cytotoxic medications. Informal visits highly recommended. Person Specification QUALIFICATIONS / TRANING Essential Registered Nurse Qualification Evidence of own post basic education to meet the requirements of the service and nurse registration Desirable Teaching/Mentoring Certificate / skills Leadership development programme Other Post Basic Qualification COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES) Essential Ability to delegate, organise and prioritise care delivery Excellent communication skills Demonstrates professional leadership skills KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE Essential Significant experience as a band 5 registered nurse within a hospital setting Ability to recognise and manage oncological emergencies Knowledge of future provision of services Competent in venepuncture, phlebotomy, IV medication administration and care of central venous access devices A commitment to providing exceptional levels of patient care in a professional and compassionate manner Competent in the delivery of SACT Leadership and clinical supervision skills Responsible for own post basic education to meet the requirements of the service Recruitment and selection course attendance or willingness to work towards Desirable Experience of clinical audit and service improvement Leadership course or willingness to work towards Significant experience within the field of oncology/haematology and anti-cancer treatment Person Specification QUALIFICATIONS / TRANING Essential Registered Nurse Qualification Evidence of own post basic education to meet the requirements of the service and nurse registration Desirable Teaching/Mentoring Certificate / skills Leadership development programme Other Post Basic Qualification COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES) Essential Ability to delegate, organise and prioritise care delivery Excellent communication skills Demonstrates professional leadership skills KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE Essential Significant experience as a band 5 registered nurse within a hospital setting Ability to recognise and manage oncological emergencies Knowledge of future provision of services Competent in venepuncture, phlebotomy, IV medication administration and care of central venous access devices A commitment to providing exceptional levels of patient care in a professional and compassionate manner Competent in the delivery of SACT Leadership and clinical supervision skills Responsible for own post basic education to meet the requirements of the service Recruitment and selection course attendance or willingness to work towards Desirable Experience of clinical audit and service improvement Leadership course or willingness to work towards Significant experience within the field of oncology/haematology and anti-cancer treatment 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust Address Huddersfield Royal Infirmary Acre Street Huddersfield HD3 3EA Employer's website https://www.cht.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)