Job summary
Hedley Atkins is a 24 bedded ward that predominantly cares for patients with cancer including those receiving active treatment, palliative and end of life care. We also support patients with haematology malignancies and sickle cell disease.
We pride ourselves on our MDT approach to patient care and we strive to provide high clinical standards in a supportive environment. The unit is fast paced and challenging and we are looking for a dynamic and passionate deputy to contribute to maintaining high standards of care and to support in leading the nursing team.
Closing: 25/01/2024
Interview: 08/02/2024
Main duties of the job
Are you an existing senior staff nurse looking to develop? Are you already a deputy sister/charge nurse looking for a new challenge? Do you want to work at one of London's biggest hospitals and a leader in cancer care? If yes, this may be a great opportunity for you to develop your career.
We are searching for positive, aspiring leaders who want to develop in a busy, challenging and very rewarding environment.
As a deputy on this ward you will:
- demonstrate your passion for patient centered care.
- support the ward manager, deputy team and PDN to develop staff expertise.
- become an expert practitioner in caring for acutely unwell oncology patients.
You will be able to take full advantage of our links to the Guy's Cancer Academy as well as many other academic institutions for your CPD. You will also have access to a range of MDT expertise including tumour specific CNS teams, palliative care, acute pain, brachytherapy, clinical response teams, chemotherapy, outpatients and radiotherapy but to name a few.
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation
The Trust values are very important to us and every member of staff who works on the ward will:
- Put patients first
- Take pride in what they do
- Respect others
- Strive to be the best
- Act with integrity
We strive to recruit and retain the best staff as the dedication and skills of our employees lie at the heart of our organisation and ensure that our services are of the highest quality, safe and focused on our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for a detailed list of the main duties, responsibilities and personal specifications required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for a detailed list of the main duties, responsibilities and personal specifications required.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching/assessing/ supervising others in a clinical setting.
- Proven experience of managing a ward; including management of rotas managing competencies, resources and staff.
Desirable
- Experience of clinical supervision
- Experience of supporting recruitment campaigns and undertaking interviews.
Skills/knowledge/ability
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues.
- Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate specialist care delivered to patients/clients
- Ability to organise and plan own time and that of junior staff and learners.
- Good communication skills and ability to deal with sensitive information. To include dealing with distressed relatives, care of terminally ill & other challenging situations
- Demonstrates ability to influence and negotiate with others.
- Awareness of clinical governance and risk management issues.
Qualifications/Education
Essential
- BSC/1st degree (health related) or equivalent qualification/training and experience
- Evidence of ongoing professional development in relevant area of speciality
- Mentorship/Teaching Qualification
- Management qualification or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Leadership qualification
- Recruitment and selection course
Additional information
Essential
- Able and willing to work flexible shift patterns, internal rotation to day and night duty and unsocial hours, according to service needs
Professional/ Statutory Registration
Essential
- RN1/ RN2/ RN12 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register. To hold the appropriate level for the area of speciality
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching/assessing/ supervising others in a clinical setting.
- Proven experience of managing a ward; including management of rotas managing competencies, resources and staff.
Desirable
- Experience of clinical supervision
- Experience of supporting recruitment campaigns and undertaking interviews.
Skills/knowledge/ability
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues.
- Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate specialist care delivered to patients/clients
- Ability to organise and plan own time and that of junior staff and learners.
- Good communication skills and ability to deal with sensitive information. To include dealing with distressed relatives, care of terminally ill & other challenging situations
- Demonstrates ability to influence and negotiate with others.
- Awareness of clinical governance and risk management issues.
Qualifications/Education
Essential
- BSC/1st degree (health related) or equivalent qualification/training and experience
- Evidence of ongoing professional development in relevant area of speciality
- Mentorship/Teaching Qualification
- Management qualification or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Leadership qualification
- Recruitment and selection course
Additional information
Essential
- Able and willing to work flexible shift patterns, internal rotation to day and night duty and unsocial hours, according to service needs
Professional/ Statutory Registration
Essential
- RN1/ RN2/ RN12 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register. To hold the appropriate level for the area of speciality
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
