Chemotherapy Staff Nurse, Band 5

BSO Recruitment & Selection Services; Dundonald; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Nurse to lead patient care within the governance framework of the organization. The ideal candidate will have a degree or diploma in nursing and recent experience working with cancer patients, specifically in a specialized oncology unit. Responsibilities include implementing patient care plans and supervising staff. Full-time role based in Dundonald, Northern Ireland.

Qualifications

• Registered with NMC or on Part 1 (Branch - Adult) of the NMC register.
• Recent experience with cancer patients within the last 12 months.
• Experience in a specialized haematology/oncology unit.
• Experience in administration of chemotherapy.

Responsibilities

• Lead under the guidance of the Ward Sister / Charge Nurse.
• Assess, develop, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Ensure continuity of care within agreed standards.
• Adhere to Trust guidelines and policies.
• Contribute to the care of patients requiring chemotherapy.

Skills

Good communication skills

Leadership

Team working

Education

Degree or Diploma in Nursing

Job description

The post holder will focus and lead under the direction of the Ward Sister / Charge Nurse ON key areas, within the organisation’s governance framework.

Responsibilities

• Assess, develop, implement and evaluate patient / client care, under the guidance of the line manager.
• Provide person-centred nursing to ensure continuity of care within agreed standards.
• Adhere to Trust guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Adhere to the Data Protection Act (1998).
• Contribute to effective team working and supervise qualified and / or unqualified staff.
• Comply with nursing strategy, trust policies, procedures, guidelines, protocols and codes of conduct.
• Contribute to the care of patients requiring administration of chemotherapy and/or supportive treatments.

Skills and Qualifications

• Degree, Diploma or other nursing qualification allowing registration with NMC OR Registered on Part 1 (Branch - Adult) of the NMC register.
• Evidence of good communication skills.
• Recent experience in the last 12 months of working with patients diagnosed with cancer.
• Experience of working in a specialised haematology/oncology unit.
• Experience in administration of chemotherapy.

Further Information

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