Adult Staff Nurse - Haematology and Oncology Day Unit

University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust; Bradley Stoke; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Bristol is seeking a motivated Adult Staff Nurse to join the Haematology and Oncology Day Unit. You will be responsible for delivering systemic anti-cancer treatments within a dynamic, patient-centered environment. Candidates must have NMC registration and demonstrate strong clinical skills. Full-time and part-time positions are available with a salary range of £31,049 - £37,796 per annum.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with NMC credentials.
• Experience or interest in oncology or haematology.
• Ability to demonstrate clinical competence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Systemic Anti Cancer Therapy safely to patients.
• Manage a scheduled group of patients for treatments.
• Work in community satellite units when trained.

Skills

Clinical decision-making ability

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work with minimum supervision

Experience in Acute Setting

Teaching/Mentoring

Team player

Education

NMC Registration

Post-Graduate Education

Job description

Overview: Adult Staff Nurse - Haematology and Oncology Day Unit. Band 5. Main area Haematology and Oncology. Contract Permanent. Hours: Full time, Part time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday - No nights or weekends).

Site: Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre. Town: Bristol. Salary: £31,049 - £37,796 pa / pa pro rata. Salary period: Yearly.

We are looking for a motivated and passionate nurse who is interested in working in an innovative, fast-paced chemotherapy setting. We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic nurse to join our committed, positive, and friendly team.

The chemotherapy department has recently been awarded Gold Accreditation for our high standards of patient care. We deliver a range of systemic anti-cancer treatments within our dynamic nurse-led service.

Main Duties of the Job

The majority of the role will be based in the Chemotherapy day unit, with working hours of 8.00-18.00. Once fully trained, you will also be expected to work some of your hours in the community satellite units, Monday to Friday, including some Bank Holidays.

Deliver Systemic Anti Cancer Therapy safely to patients with a range of oncology and haematological conditions, within hospital and community-based units.

• Be responsible and accountable for the delivery of SACT treatments to a scheduled group of patients.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training:

• NMC Registration
• Evidence of post-Graduate Education or willingness to work towards

Knowledge and Experience:

• Experience in Acute Setting
• Interest in the Specialised Area
• Experience of teaching/Mentoring

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrate competence in clinical skills relevant to the clinical area
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, able to communicate effectively with patients, carers and MDT
• Ability to take the lead, initiate and ensure appropriate action in response to the deteriorating patient
• Clinical decision-making ability
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Act in a professional manner
• Self-motivated
• A team player
• Recognition of own limits
• Supportive

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

Please note that only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.