Job summary University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role. Main duties of the job The Macmillan Acute Oncology Service is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated permanent Band 6. This exciting opportunity is for leaders who thrive in an emergency environment, enjoy fast-paced care, and are passionate about helping us shape the future You'll need to have skills in leadership, be forward-thinking, innovative, and capable of delegating effectively. The successful candidate will be joining one of the largest Acute Oncology Units in the country. Our service is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and provides front-door assessments to patients who experience side effects from cancer or its treatments. This exciting opportunity will help you develop the skills to become a UKONS telephone triage nurse, where you will triage patients over the phone and direct them to the appropriate pathways. If you have a passion for cancer care and would like a career in helping to lead an acute admissions unit, then this is the job for you About us As one of the largest acute teaching trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC, and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. At UHS, we are committed to providing a flexible working environment. We believe that achieving a positive work-life balance benefits everyone. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients. We're proud to have been voted in the top five acute trusts for our commitment to supporting our staff to achieve work-life balance. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme and life insurance. You will have the opportunity to take courses such as: - The Fundamentals of Cancer Care- SACT Administration- Intermediate Management Course- UKONS Triage- Cancer Care Acuity- The Fundamentals of Acute Care Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service Date posted 06 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 188-SNM041124 Job locations University Hospital Southampton Tremona Road Southampton SO16 6YD Job description Job responsibilities - Provide professional nursing leadership to the team and have excellent communication skills. - Provide high standards of care for patients, carrying out all aspects of nursing by planning, implementing, and evaluating care. - Maintain clear and accurate records of observations and treatments, and ensure compliance with UHS policies and standards of the trust. - Encourage effective working relationships and the development of a cohesive nursing team, working with a common philosophy. - Stay updated with clinical developments and research findings, initiate changes that benefit the standard of care for patients, and encourage staff to do the same. - Be skilled in high-level problem solving, organizational skills, and have a positive approach to challenges. - Take charge of the day-to-day service and coordinate cancer care admissions and inpatient bed flow. - Be a key member of the MAOS MDT with a common philosophy. Be part of a team dedicated to making a difference for our patients in cancer care. - Have flexibility in shift patterns. - Be involved in continuous learning and development with opportunities to attend courses such as the Introduction to Cancer Care, Fundamentals of Cancer Care, and SACT (Systemic Anticancer Treatments). - Train in and manage the UKONS 24-hour emergency phoneline. - Hold the staffing bleep for cancer care and be involved in staffing to ensure safe staffing levels. Job description Job responsibilities - Provide professional nursing leadership to the team and have excellent communication skills. - Provide high standards of care for patients, carrying out all aspects of nursing by planning, implementing, and evaluating care. - Maintain clear and accurate records of observations and treatments, and ensure compliance with UHS policies and standards of the trust. - Encourage effective working relationships and the development of a cohesive nursing team, working with a common philosophy. - Stay updated with clinical developments and research findings, initiate changes that benefit the standard of care for patients, and encourage staff to do the same. - Be skilled in high-level problem solving, organizational skills, and have a positive approach to challenges. - Take charge of the day-to-day service and coordinate cancer care admissions and inpatient bed flow. - Be a key member of the MAOS MDT with a common philosophy. Be part of a team dedicated to making a difference for our patients in cancer care. - Have flexibility in shift patterns. - Be involved in continuous learning and development with opportunities to attend courses such as the Introduction to Cancer Care, Fundamentals of Cancer Care, and SACT (Systemic Anticancer Treatments). - Train in and manage the UKONS 24-hour emergency phoneline. - Hold the staffing bleep for cancer care and be involved in staffing to ensure safe staffing levels. Person Specification Skills and competencies Essential Microsoft Office skills Communication Self-motivated Problem solving Delegation Leadership Motivational Teamwork General IT skills Prioritisation Working under pressure Trust Values Essential Patient First Always Improving Working Together Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma) Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality Ward management experience Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service Experience in an acute hospital setting Provide evidence of supporting / managing a range of learners in practice Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement Commitment to the post and Care Group responsibilities Commitment to continuing professional development Desirable Experience in handling adverse events and complaints Appraisal skills Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed Some insight into budget management Person Specification Skills and competencies Essential Microsoft Office skills Communication Self-motivated Problem solving Delegation Leadership Motivational Teamwork General IT skills Prioritisation Working under pressure Trust Values Essential Patient First Always Improving Working Together Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma) Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality Ward management experience Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service Experience in an acute hospital setting Provide evidence of supporting / managing a range of learners in practice Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement Commitment to the post and Care Group responsibilities Commitment to continuing professional development Desirable Experience in handling adverse events and complaints Appraisal skills Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed Some insight into budget management 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust Address University Hospital Southampton Tremona Road Southampton SO16 6YD Employer's website https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)