Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated nurse to join our team on Olive Ward. If you are eager to develop your clinical skills and competencies within haematology nursing, then we want to hear from you!
Olive Ward is a 14 bedded ward that predominantly cares for haematology cancer patients, including those receiving active treatment, palliative and end of life care. We also support patients with oncology malignancies and sickle cell disease.
The nursing team prides itself on a cohesive multidisciplinary approach to patient care, striving to provide high clinical standards in a supportive environment. The unit is fast paced and challenging and we are looking for a confident and dynamic band 5 nurse who wants to continue their development in a supportive and ultimately rewarding environment.
Support on the ward is underpinned by wider management team including the ward manager, deputy managers, matrons and heads of nursing.
Advert closing: 11th March 2024
Interview date: 19th March 2024
Main duties of the job
The ideal applicant should be enthusiastic about cancer care, even if you don't yet have any haematology/oncology experience. If you are a confident and proactive practitioner who is always patient focused then we would like to hear from you.
We pride ourselves on giving high quality, specialised and person-centred care. As a nurse on this ward you will have the opportunity to develop your assessment and prioritisation skills as well as escalation of the acutely unwell adult. You will also be able to develop your knowledge of a range of cancer related issues and conditions including oncology emergencies.
You will work closely with the wider MDT including medical teams, physios, OTs, and other AHPs as well as wider clinical specialties including palliative care.
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.
We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.
We have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement and - as part of King's Health Partners - we are one of England's eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world-class clinical services, teaching and research. We have one of the National Institute for Health Research's biomedical research centres, established with King's College London in 2007, as well as dedicated clinical research facilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a band 5 on Olive Ward you will be responsible for the day to day planning, implementation and evaluation of bedside nursing care. You will independently manage a group of patients whilst working as part of the multidisciplinary team, delivering individualised andpersonalised direct patient care.
You are wholly accountable for your practice in line with the NMC code of professional conduct and you should take every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve your knowledge and professional competence.
You should be an excellent communicator with patients and their significant people regarding their disease treatment and management and without any personal bias or prejudgment. Equality, diversity and inclusion underpins our interactions with our patients and our colleagues and are core values for our ward team and wider MDT.
You should be competent in undertaking prescribed physical observations including: cardiovascular observations, blood sugar monitoring, urinalysis, fluid balance monitoring, catheter care and GCS. You will also have exposure to drain management, PICC/PORT care, PCA management, syringe driver management, NG and ryles tube insertion and management, and management of haematology emergencies.
You will be responsible for the correct administration of prescribed medication via oral, enteral and IV routes including transfusion of blood and blood products.
*Please see attached Job Description for full details*
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a band 5 on Olive Ward you will be responsible for the day to day planning, implementation and evaluation of bedside nursing care. You will independently manage a group of patients whilst working as part of the multidisciplinary team, delivering individualised andpersonalised direct patient care.
You are wholly accountable for your practice in line with the NMC code of professional conduct and you should take every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve your knowledge and professional competence.
You should be an excellent communicator with patients and their significant people regarding their disease treatment and management and without any personal bias or prejudgment. Equality, diversity and inclusion underpins our interactions with our patients and our colleagues and are core values for our ward team and wider MDT.
You should be competent in undertaking prescribed physical observations including: cardiovascular observations, blood sugar monitoring, urinalysis, fluid balance monitoring, catheter care and GCS. You will also have exposure to drain management, PICC/PORT care, PCA management, syringe driver management, NG and ryles tube insertion and management, and management of haematology emergencies.
You will be responsible for the correct administration of prescribed medication via oral, enteral and IV routes including transfusion of blood and blood products.
*Please see attached Job Description for full details*
Person Specification
Skills/knowledge/ability
Essential
- Able to assess, plan, implement & evaluate programmes of care
- Competent in basic life support
- Able to prioritise & meet deadlines
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Knowledge of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
- Able to work as an effective team member
Desirable
- Awareness of the structure and organisation of the NHS
- IT skills
Values and behaviour
Essential
- Values and behaviours in line with Trust values
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working on own and in a team
- Experience of administering intravenous drug therapy
- Supervision of junior staff
Desirable
- Previous experience in other nursing fields
- Experience in coordinating a shift
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- RN1/ RN2/ RN12 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register. To hold the appropriate level for the area of specialty.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Relevant qualifications required or course to area
Additional information
Essential
- The ability to undertake reflective thinking on own practice.
- Good attendance record.
- Flexible and positive approach to work.
Person Specification
Skills/knowledge/ability
Essential
- Able to assess, plan, implement & evaluate programmes of care
- Competent in basic life support
- Able to prioritise & meet deadlines
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Knowledge of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
- Able to work as an effective team member
Desirable
- Awareness of the structure and organisation of the NHS
- IT skills
Values and behaviour
Essential
- Values and behaviours in line with Trust values
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working on own and in a team
- Experience of administering intravenous drug therapy
- Supervision of junior staff
Desirable
- Previous experience in other nursing fields
- Experience in coordinating a shift
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- RN1/ RN2/ RN12 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register. To hold the appropriate level for the area of specialty.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Relevant qualifications required or course to area
Additional information
Essential
- The ability to undertake reflective thinking on own practice.
- Good attendance record.
- Flexible and positive approach to work.
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).
