Staff Nurse - Oncology Day Care

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time Band 5 Staff Nurse in our Oncology/Haematology department within Poole Hospital's Dorset Cancer Centre, covering the Dorset area. The post will involve working in the Oncology/Haematology Day Care unit, delivering systemic anti-cancer treatments. We are looking for a flexible, motivated band 5 to join our team. It is essential to be organised, and have the ability to manage your own work load. To undertake Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT) training you need to have been qualified for 1 year. The post holder must be able to maintain and facilitate a high standard of care for patients and their family or carers, while working with all members of the MDT and supporting the senior team. This role requires NMC Registration. Base Location: Poole Hospital Interview Date: TBCMain duties of the jobTo understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advertAbout usOur values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advertPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssential
Registration on Part 1 or 12 of NMC Register (RGN or RN Adult)
Desirable
Recognised Oncology/Haematology course
KnowledgeEssential
Anatomy and Physiology for relevant clinical area To have knowledge of systemic anti-cancer Treatments and the administration of these or a willingness to learn Knowledge of acute oncology Emergencies, care and treatment
Desirable
Care of patient receiving radiotherapy Care of immuno-compromised patient
ExperienceEssential
Minimum of 1 years post-registration experience Administration of systemic anti-cancer therapy or (willingness to learn) Acute Oncology including Oncology/Haematology emergencies or (willingness to learn)
Desirable
Previous care of oncology patients
OtherEssential
Cannulation and phlebotomy Effective communication skills - both written and verbal / non-verbal Excellent time management skills Flexibility/Adaptability to be able to work across the Directorate as required to meet patient needs Intravenous administration of drugs Decision making skills - clinical and non-clinical
Desirable
Recognised cytotoxic systemic anticancer treatment course Ability to manage resources Use of Hickman and PICC lines
Employer detailsEmployer nameUniversity Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation TrustAddressPoole Hospital Poole BH15 2JBAny attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 153-SP03013
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