Staff Nurse (Band 5) - Olayan Day Care

We are looking for a full time Band 5 Nurse to work for a 12 month secondment within the Olayan Day Care unit which incorporates both solid and haematology tumours. The role requires a proactive and motivated practitioner with the ability to work within a busy unit caring for patients undergoing a variety of SACT and supportive treatments.

In return for your commitment, we can provide flexible working patterns to help maintain your work life balance. We are dedicated to supporting all staff and do so by providing individualised professional development opportunities and excellent staff support facilitation.

Main duties of the job

• Plan, document, deliver and evaluate evidence based nursing care for patients in a responsible and efficient way, in conjunction with the shift co ordinator.
• Develop a greater awareness and understanding of the needs of patients with cancer and the different treatment modalities administered within the unit.
• Understand the roles and responsibilities of managing a shift with guidance from the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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

• Complete a first level assessment of the patient's needs to gain an understanding of the physiological, psycho social, spiritual and cultural needs of patients with cancer and their families, and develop a positive, realistic and supportive attitude to ensure the needs of the patient and family are met.
• Assist with teaching patients in preparation for investigations, treatment and home care.
• Be aware of the side effects of any treatment in progress and adopt a problem solving approach to minimise potentially adverse reactions.
• Involved in the direct delivery of skilled specialised nursing care with supervision until competent (e.g. wound dressings, removal of drains, insertion of urinary catheters).

Person specification Education / Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience in chemotherapy administration
• Experience in clinical management
• Evidence of relevant teaching experience
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical trials management

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to liaise with multidisciplinary team members.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Self motivation and ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise.
• Commitment to customer care initiatives.
• Understanding of quality issues.
• Understanding of the NHS Plan.
• Computer literacy (e.g. Microsoft Word and Outlook).
• Venepuncture and/or cannulation skills.
• Effective negotiating and influencing skills.