Oncology & Haematology Day Unit Nurse – Band 5

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust; Uphill; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 staff nurse to join the Oncology and Haematology Day Unit at Weston General Hospital. The post supports outpatient cancer and haematology care in a small, friendly team.

The successful applicant must be a registered nurse with an interest in oncology/haematology nursing. Experience in chemotherapy administration, cannulation and venepuncture is desirable; UKONS SACT passport is advantageous but not essential.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with an interest in oncology and haematology nursing.
• Experience in chemotherapy administration, cannulation and venepuncture; UKONS SACT passport desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in providing compassionate care for patients, visitors/relatives and colleagues.
• Contribute towards sharing good practice within the ward/department and Trust wide.
• Promote a positive image of Bristol NHS Foundation Trust.
• Work cohesively with all members of the ward team and liaise with the multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of care.
• Communicate effectively within the team and provide teaching to patients and carers.
• Act as professional role model and promote clinical effectiveness.

Skills

Registered nurse

Oncology/haematology interest

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

Job description

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 staff nurse to join the Oncology and Haematology Day Unit at Weston General Hospital. The post supports outpatient cancer and haematology care in a small, friendly team.

The successful applicant must be a registered nurse with an interest in oncology/haematology nursing. Experience in chemotherapy administration, cannulation and venepuncture is desirable; UKONS SACT passport is advantageous but not essential.