Charge Nurse/Sister - Oncology

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust; Bath; In loco; GBP 32.000 - 42.000; Tempo pieno

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Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust in Bath is seeking a Sister/Charge Nurse for the Oncology/Haematology ward (William Budd). The role focuses on leading a 22-bed ward delivering systemic anti-cancer therapy, radiotherapy support, stem cell transplant care, symptom management and end-of-life care.

You will develop leadership and management skills, drive patient safety and experience, and contribute to ward success. Informal visits are welcome; contact Holly Woodford for enquiries.

Competenze

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration. Part 1,2,12.
• Evidence of ongoing experience in oncology/haematology.
• Up to date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice in Oncology/Haematology.
• Experience taking charge of a ward / delegating responsibilities.

Mansioni

• Assess care and health education needs for patients.
• Develop, implement and evaluate care programmes including discharge planning for each patient.
• Manage the ward/department or act as deputy to the person with continuing responsibility.
• Develop leadership skills and experience in ward/department management.
• Promote and participate in RUH Nursing strategy: audit, quality and risk initiatives.
• Participate in clinical supervision and act as mentor/preceptor to nursing or non-nursing staff.
• Promote and maintain effective communication.

Conoscenze

NMC registration

Oncology/Haematology

Leadership

Staff supervision

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Job Overview

Join us as Sister / Charge Nurse in Oncology / Haematology

This is a great opportunity to join our nursing team on William Budd ward which is based within the Dyson Cancer Centre.

William Budd comprises of 22 bedded ward caring for patients from 16 years of age upwards. Our patients receive intensive systemic anti-cancer therapy, radiotherapy, stem cell transplantation, symptom management and / or end of life care.

We are seeking a dedicated nurse who is wishes to develop their leadership and management experience. In this role you will promote excellence in care, patient safety and experience and willing to contribute to the continued success of the ward team.

You will be joining a friendly and energetic team who have a wealth of experience and knowledge and who actively encourage staff development and engagement.

We are dynamic and passionate in our drive to deliver outstanding care with patient safety and experience at the heart of what we do and have recently achieved ‘Excel Gold accreditation’.

William Budd Ward is a fast-paced and often challenging environment. If you think you are up for a new exciting, demanding and stretching opportunity then we welcome your interest and application.

Informal enquires / visits encouraged! Please contact Holly Woodford email: [e-mail] or call: 01225 825094

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Our main duties of the job

• The assessment of care and health education needs;
• The development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care including discharge planning for each patient.

To be designated to manage the ward/department and/or act as a deputy to the person holding continuing responsibility.

To develop leadership skills and experience in the management of the ward/department.

To promote and participate in the implementation of the RUH Nursing strategy:

• Reviewing nursing practice and implementing appropriate changes based on research/best practice;
• Developing and implementing Audit, Quality and Risk Management initiatives.

To participate in clinical supervision programmes as appropriate, and to teach and act as a facilitator/mentor/preceptor to nursing or non-nursing staff.

To promote and maintain effective communication.

Working for our organisation

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person‑centred care we’re proud of.

We’re committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing – and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it’s like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we’re building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Person specification

Qualifications And Training

Essential criteria

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration. Part 1,2,12
• Evidence of ongoing experience in oncology / haematology

Desirable criteria

• SACT module/ equivalent

Application/Interview

Essential criteria

• Up to date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice, particularly within Oncology/Haematology and the application of this practice.
• Evidence of experience at band 5 in specialty
• Understanding the basic principles in staff management

Desirable criteria

• Post registration qualification in cancer care
• Experience taking charge of a ward/ delegating responsibilities
• Understanding of NMC code of practice and requirements

application/ interview

Essential criteria

• 6-12 months acute experience in NHS
• Demonstrates commitment to professional development

Desirable criteria

• Previous experience at taking charge
• Demonstrates awareness of audit and quality issues and able to apply this

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

• Band 6 Job Description (PDF, 525.8KB)
• Join the RUH (PDF, 1.3MB)

Further details / informal visits contact

Name Holly Woodford Job title Senior sister Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01225 825093 Additional information

Informal visits very welcome