Sister/Charge Nurse | The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christie Hospital, a leading cancer center based in Manchester, is seeking a motivated nursing professional to manage the Palatine Ward, providing specialized care to patients with hematological malignancies. You will lead a team, ensure high standards of care, and support patients in treatment. A valid NMC registration and experience in oncology nursing are essential.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and development

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a clinical ward.
• Ability to provide care based on NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage patient care needs on the ward.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies in documentation.
• Lead the nursing team in absence of Senior Sister.

Skills

Leadership

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Knowledge of chemotherapy treatments

Education

NMC registered nurse qualification

Postgraduate in Oncology

Job description

We are a 31 bedded ward - all rooms are en-suite side rooms - with specialist HEPA side rooms for isolating severely immunocompromised patients. We also have a specialist room for the treatment of patients undergoing radioiodine radiotherapy. We give established evidence-based specialist treatments including chemotherapy and immunotherapy. We are JACIE accredited and regularly carry out autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplants and provide exciting new treatments such as CAR T-cell therapy, all supported by a comprehensive and thorough training process, inclusive of UKONS certificate for the delivery of Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT) and care of patients receiving SACT. Our Clinical Practice Facilitator team (CPF) are here to support you for your education and development needs and you will be fully supported during your orientation program and beyond. The Christie is also very research active, so we have the opportunity to support patients on clinical trials. We believe in team work on The Palatine Ward. We work in small teams which cover a cohort of patients, to provide 24-hour care to give therapy, provide symptom control, treat sepsis and maintain an overall holistic approach for the individuals we care for.

You must want to develop new skills and knowledge around specialised cancer treatments. You will be caring, interested in haematology-oncology and the ever-advancing innovations in treatment and care.

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.

The post holder is responsible for providing appropriate cover in the absence of Senior Sister and providing leadership within the department.

They will be responsible for the care of patients and carers within a recognized framework in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and the Christie Hospital NHS Foundation Trust policies and Health and Safety Legislation.

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 Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.

We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years.

We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

CLINICAL:
1. Assessment of the needs of the patient and family, ensuring the provision of client centered care which focuses on the promotion of health as well as illness.
1. Ensure accurate documentation of patient care in accordance with hospital policies and standards.
1. Administering specialised treatments of chemotherapy, transplants and blood products.
1. Assess educational and information needs of patient and family, providing up to date information enabling them to participate in the planning of care.
1. Enhance care within the clinical area by using relevant research outcomes when planning and delivering nursing care.
1. Evaluate nursing care. Inform Senior Sister and medical staff of patient’s changing health care needs.
1. To maintain and promote effective liaison and discussion with other wards and departments across the Trust, referring hospitals and community services.
1. To refer appropriately, both within and outside the Trust.
1. To be a positive role model for potential post holders by demonstrating competent skills, that have been determined in accordance with the needs of the Department.
1. Maintain safe practice according to Trust policies and standards.
1. Ensure all prescribed drugs and treatments are given in accordance with Trusts Medicine Management Policy.

MANAGERIAL:
1. To line manage members of the Palatine ward team.
1. When appropriate, take charge of the Department in the absence of the Senior Sister, ensuring that standards of care and department management responsibilities are maintained.
1. Ensure skill mix is appropriate to clinical needs and keep Senior Sister/Modern Matrons aware of pertinent issues in the clinical area. Maintain and update the off duty for Palatine ward using the e-rostering system.
1. Help to foster a supportive working environment and maintenance of staff morale, promoting a culture in which staff feel valued and able to reach their potential.
1. Act as a preceptor/mentor to new Department staff, registered nurses, student nurses, medical staff and TNAs in training
1. Work with Senior Sister to ensure clinical standards of care are achieved and participate in audit of clinical care.
1. Be aware of responsibilities with regard to Health and Safety at Work Act. Maintain and develop an environment and culture that improves health, safety and security.
1. Support the Senior Sister in initiating and implementing change, and in promoting an awareness of professional accountability.
1. Support the Senior Sister in the recruitment and retention of new staff to the clinical area.
1. Actively participate in risk assessments and ensure correct completion of Incident Report Forms in accordance with Trust policy. Actively participate in the completion and delivery of local standard operating procedures.
1. Deal promptly with complaints and incident reporting.
1. Lead a team of registered nurses and health care assistants.
1. Manage and monitor the performance of the team in the workplace.
1. Actively participate in the management of staff absence and attendance, completing all necessary documentation.
1. Maintain personal files for all staff in the department.
1. Developing and updating protocols and patient information.
1. Develop and maintain communication with people about difficult matters and/or in difficult situations.

EDUCATION:
1. Maintain own awareness of current nursing practice. Use relevant educational opportunities to maintain the highest standards and up to date care offered to haematology patients and teenagers and young adults
1. Supervise nursing staff and disseminate knowledge and current developments. Develop oneself and others in area of practice.
1. Participate in planned programmes of appraisal with the Senior Sister.
1. Ensure own learning and development needs are met.
1. Highlight areas of improvement and development within the Department.
1. Assist in the implementation of new practices, undertaking project work to ensure that working practice is evidence based.
1. Ensure own Essential Training is kept up to date by completing appropriate training packages.
1. Participate and undertake research and audit which will influence practice
1. To be up to date in all IV training programs including annual updates and competent in all areas of clinical practice including assessment of critically ill patient and competent in performing ECG’s.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
1. In consultation with the Senior Sister agree learning objectives designed to meet the goals of personal and professional development and undergo appropriate programmes of study.
1. Gain teaching skills by undertaking a teaching and assessing course and applying the principles in the clinical setting.
1. At the request of the accept responsibility Senior Sister to develop managerial skills within the clinical setting.
1. To attend and take part in leading team meetings.
1. To actively seek mentorship/supervision to enable development and reflection within the role.
1. Contribute to improvement of services.
1. Contribute to improving quality through monitoring of incidents.
1. Promote equality and diversity.
1. Attending MDT’s within the trust and at other trusts.
1. Attend conferences and study days.


This advert closes on Thursday 14 Aug 2025