Sister / Charge Nurse

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking a Band 6 NMC registered adult or children's nurse for the Palatine Ward, specializing in haematological malignancies and young adult cancer patients. In this dynamic role, you will provide high-quality, patient-centered care, deliver therapies, and take on leadership responsibilities in collaboration with the Senior Sister. This position offers a supportive environment with training in specialized cancer treatments and opportunities to work on clinical trials. Join a dedicated team committed to excellence in patient care.

Benefits

Comprehensive training process

Opportunities for career development

Support during orientation program

Qualifications

• NMC registration as an adult or children's nurse is required.
• Motivation to learn about cancer treatments is essential.
• Interest in advancements in haematology-oncology is vital.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the absence of the Senior Sister.
• Deliver patient care following the NMC Code and hospital policies.
• Ensure holistic care for patients including symptom control and therapy.

Skills

Motivated

Willing to develop new skills

Interest in haematology-oncology

Education

Band 6 NMC registered adult or children's nurse

Job description

Overview

The Palatine Ward is a joint collaboration between the haematology and transplant service and the teenage and young adult (TYA) service, providing high quality care for adult patients with haematological malignancies and TYA (16-24 year old) patients with all types of cancers. We also treat paediatric patients receiving radioiodine treatment., The post holder will work closely with the Senior Sister in managing the Palatine Ward, which is a ward caring primarily for adults with haematological malignancies and for Teenagers and Young Adults (TYAs) with solid tumours and haematological malignancies. They will work collaboratively with the Senior Sister and other staff in the department.

Responsibilities

• Providing appropriate cover in the absence of Senior Sister and providing leadership within the department.
• Care of patients and carers within a recognised framework in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and the Christie Hospital NHS Foundation Trust policies and Health and Safety Legislation, working in team on The Palatine Ward.
• Providing 24‑hour care to give therapy, provide symptom control, treat sepsis and maintain an overall holistic approach for the individuals we care for.

Qualifications

• Band 6 NMC registered adult or children's nurse.
• Motivated and willing to develop new skills and knowledge around specialised cancer treatments.
• Interested in haematology‑oncology and the ever‑advancing innovations in treatment and care.

Benefits and Training

• A 31 bedded ward – all rooms are en‑suite side rooms – with specialist HEPA side rooms for isolating severely immunocompromised patients.
• Specialist room for the treatment of patients undergoing radioiodine radiotherapy.
• Established evidence‑based specialist treatments including chemotherapy and immunotherapy.
• JACIE accredited and regularly carry out autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplants and provide exciting new treatments such as CAR T‑cell therapy.
• Comprehensive and thorough training process inclusive of UKONS certificate for the delivery of Systemic Anti‑Cancer Treatment (SACT) and care of patients receiving SACT.
• Clinical Practice Facilitator team (CPF) support education and development needs and full support during orientation program and beyond.
• Opportunities to support patients on clinical trials.