We are able to offer a modern working environment, strong peer support, and the opportunity to work with a team committed to delivering the best care to our patients. We support your professional development and are able to offer a range of study opportunities, which include undertaking the care of the patient receiving chemotherapy module at Oxford Brookes to be able to administer chemotherapy. We are also able to offer other haematology/cancer care modules which are all accredited and can be used towards degree/masters. As the inpatient unit for Autologous Stem Cell transplant, we are also able to offer the Stem Cell transplant module too.
Ward 5 operates a two-shift working pattern - 07:00-19:30 and 19:00-07:30.
You will be required to work across site with Clinical Nurse Specialist and Multi-disciplinary team members within the Cancer Care and Haematology units and ward.
You will be required to work a rotational shift pattern Monday to Sunday.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is designated to regularly take charge of the ward/department and provide effective, professional, and managerial leadership focus in the absence of the ward manager or deputy.
Is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care, maintaining a high standard of nursing care within the framework of Trust policies.
Teaches qualified and unqualified staff including basic and/or post-basic students.
Will participate in an annual performance review at which appropriate targets will be defined. To this end, this job description is presented as a working document and is therefore subject to alteration in the event of significant developments.
About us
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension, and access to NHS discount schemes.
We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
What do we stand for?
Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities, and be a great place to work.
Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect, and enable.
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
Person Specification
EXPERIENCE
* Chemotherapy module (if not obtained, undertaking of course will be required)
* Awareness of current changes within the NHS
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
* First level registration is essential
* Post registration qualification in haematology or cancer
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
* CVC training
* Knowledge of policy & procedures
* IT literate
* Demonstrates preparation for interview
* Evidence of balanced non-working activities
* Ability to form good team rapport
* Numeric skills
* Demonstrate short- and long-term goals
* Ability to motivate others
Special Circumstances
* Smart professional appearance
* Ability to work shifts
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.
£29,970 to £36,483 per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
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