Staff Nurse (BAND 5) -Robert Tiffany

NHS; Sutton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Sutton, UK is seeking a Band 5 Staff Nurse for Robert Tiffany Ward, specializing in oncology care. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality patient care while working alongside a dynamic team. Responsibilities include planning and evaluating nursing care, assisting in patient education, and delivering specialized nursing services. Candidates should have relevant nursing qualifications and experience in managing oncology patients. This role offers a supportive environment with continued educational opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing staff development

Dynamic working environment

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with ongoing professional development.
• Sufficient post-registration nursing experience in oncology.
• Experience in clinical management and knowledge of clinical trials.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and evaluate nursing care for cancer patients.
• Assist with teaching patients for treatment and home care.
• Involve in delivering skilled specialized nursing care.

Skills

Intravenous drug administration

Chemotherapy administration

Teaching skills

Patient assessment

Education

Diploma or Degree in Nursing

Qualification in oncology

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Band 5 Staff Nurse for Robert Tiffany Ward.

The ward consists of 13 rooms, and 2 day case surgical areas. We offer specialist facilities to provide excellent ongoing care of patients throughout their cancer journey. Full-time and Part-time working patterns will be considered.

The successful candidate will have a vision and passion to help optimise high quality patient care and good teamwork. You must be a positive role model and have a willingness to learn and develop.

We follow NICE Safer Staffing guidelines in regard to our ward establishment which has an excellent nurse to patient ratio, this allows us to provide outstanding high-quality care to all our patients. We have a supportive and visible senior management team and actively encourage ward team building activities and social events.

Our commitment to ongoing staff development and support of a modern career framework is apparent through the variety of educational opportunities available in-house with the use of the clinical education team, and via the Royal Marsden School. The environment is challenging, exciting and supportive, and facilitates the development of specialised skills. You will enjoy working as part of a highly skilled and motivated team that includes nurses, doctors, AHP's, psychological support services, social care, education teams and healthcare assistants

Main duties of the job

To plan, document, deliver and evaluate evidence-based nursing care for patients in a responsible and efficient way, which has been drawn up in conjunction with the co-ordinator of the shift

To develop a greater awareness and understanding of the needs of patients with cancer and the different treatment modalities administered within the unit.

To develop an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of managing a shift with the guidance of the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse.

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Job responsibilities

For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification

These responsibilities will be carried out under the guidance of the shift co-ordinator:

To complete the first level assessment of the patients needs to gain an understanding of the physiological, psycho-social, spiritual and cultural needs of the patients with cancer and their families and to develop a positive, realistic and supportive attitude to ensure that the needs of the patient and family are met.

To assist with teaching patients in preparation for investigations, treatment and home care

To be aware of the side effects of any treatment in progress, and adopt a problem-solving approach to minimise the potentially adverse reactions.

Be involved in the direct delivery of skilled specialised nursing care with supervision until competent, e.g. wound dressings, removal of drains, and insertion of urinary catheters.

Person Specification

Education

• Registration Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Qualification in oncology or speciality Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent) Recognised teaching qualification

Experience

• Experience in intravenous drug administration Sufficient post registration nursing experience in oncology or speciality to be confident and competent in using the required skills to do the job
• Experience in chemotherapy administration Experience in Clinical Management Evidence of relevant teaching experience Knowledge and understanding of clinical trials management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.