We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced, registered nurse with a passion for caring for oncology patients to join our dedicated team in the brand-new Christie at Macclesfield.
The SACT Unit, The Christie at Macclesfield
We are a caring, well-led unit with a good staff to patient ratio. We are a day case unit offering treatments to all specialties.
The Role and Team
On appointment you would receive a comprehensive supernumerary training package, in which you have exposure to different anti-cancer treatments in different disease group fields and complete the UKONs SACT passport.
You will gain experience in treating a variety of patients with potentially curative diseases, alongside palliative and clinical trial treatments. During your supernumerary period, you will complete most of your training at main Christie hospital Oak Road Treatment Centre.
We are an innovative and forward-thinking unit dedicated to reviewing and developing the ways that we work for our patients' needs. We are welcoming to new ideas and would look forward to working with nurses who have a genuine passion for caring for patients in this field.
We are open Monday-Friday 8am-6pm. We also open on Bank Holidays.
Main duties of the job
To safely administer SACT (Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy) to Christie patients attending the unit.
To provide care for chemotherapy patients and their carers within a recognised framework in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct, Christie NHS Trust policies and Health & Safety legislation.
About us
The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.
We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years.
We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.
Job description
Job responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide a supportive role within the SACT unit at the Christie at Macclesfield for nursing, medical and clerical staff.
2. Undertake the nursing care of patients, ensuring privacy & dignity is maintained whilst being aware of physical and psychological needs.
3. Give a clear and accurate update at change of duties and ensure accurate documentation of nursing interventions.
4. Participate in the rehabilitation of patients and give any necessary instructions, including discharge information.
5. Participate in nursing procedures appropriate to the department.
6. Support and assist in the induction/training of junior staff/Health Care Assistants acting as a mentor to designated staff.
7. Welcome patients to the unit and its routine.
8. Act as ward co-ordinator and ensure the safe and timely management of patients.
9. Liaise with medical and non-medical personnel and community organisations.
10. Rotate to ground floor clinic management where required to support in outpatients.
11. Highlight areas of improvement/development within the department and undertake relevant projects.
12. Act as support for other nurses in relation to SACT and oncology care.
13. Safely deliver SACT to Christie patients attending the unit.
14. Assist in the provision of meals/refreshments for patients whilst meeting their nutritional needs.
15. Assist in the general housekeeping duties of the unit.
16. Help to maintain a safe environment and report faults/risks etc. to the nurse in charge.
17. Liaise with the nurse responsible for stores/stationery and ordering and assist in the maintenance of stock levels.
18. Handle patients' personal possessions, ensuring cash and valuables are kept securely.
19. Ensure correct care and custody of controlled drugs and aid the safe storage of medicines and the return of any unused chemotherapy to pharmacy.
20. Assist medical staff with procedures.
21. Demonstrate the agreed set of values and be accountable for own attitude and behaviour.
EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
1. The staff nurse is responsible for their own personal development and maintaining a personal development plan.
2. Complete the Ward introductory pack and preceptor pack.
3. Complete Clinical Skills Training and the UKONs SACT passport.
4. Annually attend all mandatory study days including Resuscitation, AIMs, moving & handling and fire safety.
5. Complete level 3 SACT administration programme to administer cytotoxic drugs and educate patients regarding their treatment.
6. Work towards band 6 equivalent competency pack.
PERSONAL
1. Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship.
2. Show a professional and courteous manner when answering the telephone and other inquiries.
3. Maintain confidentiality with regard to patient information both at work and outside of working hours.
4. Adhere to all policies including sickness and absence, confidentiality, uniform and responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act.
5. Report and record all accidents and complaints according to the agreed policy.
6. Be aware of limitations and utilise the preceptor system for any issues that arise.
7. Show respect for members of the team and endorse the SACT Day Services philosophy of giving mutual support.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* RGN Level 1 or 2.
Desirable
* Diploma in Health Care Studies.
Experience
Essential
* Qualification in Adult Nursing.
Desirable
* SACT experience.
* Oncology experience.
* Clinical skills.
Skills
Essential
* Good communication skills.
* Ability to deliver high standard of nursing care.
Desirable
* Understanding need for evidence-based practice.
* Computer literacy.
Values
Essential
* Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours.
Other
Essential
* Team player.
Employer details
Employer name
The Christie NHS FT
Address
Chemotherapy Macclesfield - E00907
Macclesfield
SK10 3BL
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