Staff Nurse

Integrated Care System; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a registered nurse or practitioner within Integrated Care System, focusing on patient assessments and care plans within multidisciplinary teams. The role includes responsibilities in oncology care, and the ideal candidate will possess clinical assessment skills and teaching acumen, contributing significantly to patient health outcomes. This fixed-term position operates under the umbrella of Velindre University NHS Trust, dedicated to providing quality healthcare services through specialist partnerships.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with NMC standards; experience in oncology desired.
• Registered nurse or practitioner preferably with degree or working towards one.
• Willing to undertake a specialist oncology module in chemotherapy.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and develop care plans collaboratively.
• Ensure nursing care is delivered according to established plans.
• Lead contributions to service developments and patients' discharge planning.

Skills

Clinical assessment skills

Teaching and assessment skills

Chemotherapy awareness

Cannulation

Education

1st or 2nd Level registered nurse or practitioner

Degree or working towards a degree

NMC standards

Job description

The post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care, participating and contributing to the wider clinical governance agenda, including service developments and flexible working to meet the needs of patients.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

This post is fixed term/secondment for 12 months. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants will need to get permission from their line manager before submitting their interest. A release form to be included with your application form can be downloaded here. (This form is for the staff member and line manager to complete and return to you.)

Main duties of the job

• Work with patients and their carers to determine, in partnership, the assessment of patient needs, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary/multi-agency team.
• Provide guidance on your area of practice to inpatient and community services regarding patient care when requested.
• Lead or contribute to the development of a care plan to meet the holistic needs of the patient and carer, including interventions, goals, and review dates.
• Act as the named nurse for designated individuals.
• Ensure patients receive nursing care according to plan, delegating tasks to team members as appropriate.
• Plan discharge with the patient/team, involving carers, community services, and other agencies when appropriate.

About us

Here at Velindre University NHS Trust, we pride ourselves on providing specialist services across Wales through our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and our award-winning Welsh Blood Service. We also host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales, fostering strong partnerships.

Founded in 1999, our dedicated workforce strives to uphold the principles of prudent healthcare through diverse roles. We play a vital role in our communities and have ambitious plans for future improvements. Our core values are accountability, boldness, caring, and dynamism, ensuring the best care for our patients and donors.

If you want to work for an organization committed to making a difference and offering exciting career opportunities, Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.

Visit our website to learn more: https://velindre.nhs.wales/

Job responsibilities

A full Job Description and Person Specification are attached within the supporting documents or can be viewed by clicking "Apply now" to see in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or knowledge

• 1st or 2nd Level registered nurse or practitioner.
• Degree or working towards a degree.
• NMC standards.
• Chemotherapy awareness.
• Teaching and assessment skills.
• Clinical assessment skills; educated to Degree level.
• Willing to undertake a specialist oncology module in chemotherapy.
• Understanding of wider policy influences on the NHS.

Experience

• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Experience in general nursing practice.
• Oncology experience as a student or qualified.
• Critical care chemotherapy administration; evidence of mentorship/clinical supervision.
• Cannulation.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to screen for previous criminal convictions.