Band 5 - Oncology Nurse - UCLH

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) are searching for a motivated and passionate Band Oncology Nurse to join their highly skilled team.

UCLH is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population.

We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas.

Department / Division

Cancer services at UCLH are one of the key areas in which the Trust aims to compete with the best services in Europe; Clinical Haematology is considered one of UCLH's 'World Class' specialties due to its clinical service and translational research. The cancer division leads the strategic development of cancer services, and manages extensive cancer daycare, ambulatory care, outpatient and inpatient facilities in oncology, haematology and head and neck services.

Highly skilled nursing and the development of specialist nursing practice and nurse led patient services is a key part of the strength and strategy of cancer services in UCLH.

Job Purpose

To work according to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and relevant professional guidelines as a named nurse or key worker (with facilitation) for a defined group of patients and take responsibility for:

• Protecting and supporting the health of individual patients and clients
• Assessment of care and health education needs
• Development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care including discharge planning for each patient
• Under supervision, to gain experience and skills in:
• Clinical practice
• Facilitation and teaching
• Management (as appropriate)

To work in accordance with UCLH Nursing and Midwifery Strategy and Core Standards and contribute towards achieving the Trust's "Top 10" Objectives

• To maintain effective communication
• To provide a high standard of holistic patient centred care
• To take charge of the ward/department in the absence of senior nursing staff following performance review against the agreed KSF outline and progression through the first gateway

This job description outlines the key contributions of the role of a Band 5 Staff Nurse from entry level (foundation gateway) through to the second gateway.

Progression between the gateways offers scope to acquire increased management, leadership and teaching skills. Over time the post holder will be expected to demonstrate additional competencies and undertake further responsibilities, e.g. taking charge of the ward.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Record observations accurately in accordance with the patients' condition. Interpret and inform the nurse in charge of changing data and respond as directed
• Assist patients to gain access to health and social care, information and support relevant to their needs
• Participate in the promotion and maintenance of effective communication with the patient and their carer(s)
• Provide information which enables patients to make choices about adopting a healthier lifestyle
• Complete patient documentation correctly, appropriately and in a timely manner
• Develop communication skills in order to convey complex and sensitive information effectively to patients, carers and other staff, overcoming any barriers to understanding and providing support during distressing or emotional events. This includes expanded role responsibilities, following appropriate training
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Maintain professional boundaries and working relationships with patients and colleagues

Requirements

• Registered Nurse Part 1, 2 or relevant section of the register
• Up to 6 months post registration
• Passed Foundation gateway Level
• Demonstrates awareness of the importance of working as part of a multi disciplinary team.
• Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats
• Communicates with patients and carers in an empathetic manner
• Demonstrates understanding of good practice in Customer Care
• Demonstrates evidence of professional development in line with KSF, maintains updated Portfolio
• Demonstrates an awareness of the role of facilitator
• Demonstrates evidence of ability to educate others
• Reflective in Practice

Benefits

• Access to free Bank Partners Core Skills training
• Weekly salary
• Opportunity to work across multiple sites to gain invaluable experience
• Priority of shifts over all agency workers
• Competitive pay

Apply now for this fantastic career progressing opportunity by uploading your CV, and a member of our recruitment team will be with you shortly.