Job summary
We are looking for experienced band 5 or band 6 nurse to join our team on Blundell Ward
The post holder will need to be clinically excellent with a wide skill set relating to the area(s).
They will be keen to drive quality on the ward and be a strong leader for education and development. You will need to be a confident teacher and be able to teach a wide range of people in the areas of specialties both in the clinical environment and and on ward led study days.
Blundell Ward
Blundell Ward is a 24 bedded Surgical Oncology ward, primarily specialising in Head and Neck / ENT ward. Blundell ward is an excellent place to develop your Surgical, ENT and Head and Neck skills. The ward admits and looks after patients having elective surgery under Head & Neck, ENT as well as emergency admissions from clinic and A&E across Oncology and Haematology. We care for patients who have had complex head and neck surgery and often have difficult airways. Blundell is a great place to learn the skills to care for this patient group and be exposed to comprehensive in house training and education.
Please note: We do not currently deliver chemotherapy on Blundell ward and therefore this is not a learning opportunity we can offer. We do however support patients through their treatment and associated side effects.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Closing date: 25/08/2024
Interview date: 02/09/2024
Main duties of the job
Applicants should either be an existing Band 6 or have significant experience as a Band 5 nurse in an Head and Neck / ENT or surgical oncology environment.
We are searching for positive, aspiring leaders who are able to lead and support junior colleagues in a busy, challenging and very rewarding environment that regularly cares for acutely unwell patients.
As a Band 6 Senior Staff Nurse you will be exposed to a variety of leadership challenges and governance practices on the ward that contribute to the provision of a high standard of evidence based care.
There will be opportunities to undertake further study and you will be able to take full advantage of our in house training as well as those provided externally
We require somebody who has a good knowledge and competence in altered airway management (tracheostomies/laryngectomies), pre and post operative care including complex wound management/management of flaps, management of surgical drains, enteral feeding and venepuncture/cannulation/blood transfusions.
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 around 22,700 staff, making us one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country and one of the biggest employers locally. We aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and continue to develop new and existing partnerships with local people, patients, neighbouring NHS organisations, local authorities and charitable bodies and GPs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for the assessment, planning and provision of specialist surgical oncology nursing.
You will provide clinical supervision to other staff and junior learners including students and apprentice nursing associates. You will help to coordinate care on the ward and support others in the team to do so, acting as a role model by adhering to the Trust values and holding others to the same standard.
You will take part in ward-based audits, contribute to clinical change and support clinical excellence. You will also contribute to ensuring the safety and well being of services users, by always working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centered care principles.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are core principles at the heart of our work and you will be key in supporting the management team to maintain a just culture of representation and inclusion on the ward for all patients and staff alike.
Both areas are looking for somebody who is kind, compassionate and focused on delivering exceptional quality care to their patients. They will need to be a good people person and get on well with the multi disciplinary team. They will be keen to learn and have a flexible approach to gaining transferable skills.
Through these roles we are striving to create a strong bridge between the practice development nurse and the ward nurses with individuals who are passionate in their career and want to focus on and support junior colleagues in their work and competencies.
Please see attached job description for full details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for the assessment, planning and provision of specialist surgical oncology nursing.
You will provide clinical supervision to other staff and junior learners including students and apprentice nursing associates. You will help to coordinate care on the ward and support others in the team to do so, acting as a role model by adhering to the Trust values and holding others to the same standard.
You will take part in ward-based audits, contribute to clinical change and support clinical excellence. You will also contribute to ensuring the safety and well being of services users, by always working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centered care principles.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are core principles at the heart of our work and you will be key in supporting the management team to maintain a just culture of representation and inclusion on the ward for all patients and staff alike.
Both areas are looking for somebody who is kind, compassionate and focused on delivering exceptional quality care to their patients. They will need to be a good people person and get on well with the multi disciplinary team. They will be keen to learn and have a flexible approach to gaining transferable skills.
Through these roles we are striving to create a strong bridge between the practice development nurse and the ward nurses with individuals who are passionate in their career and want to focus on and support junior colleagues in their work and competencies.
Please see attached job description for full details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post registration experience within surgical ward environment
- Mentorship/Teaching Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Previous post registration experience within the relevant specialty
- Experience of teaching/assessing/ supervising others in a clinical setting.
- Experience of coordinating a shift
Desirable
- knowledge of Oncology patients
- Experience of Drain management
- Experience of NGT/NJ and feeding
Skills
Essential
- Ability to administer prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and blood products
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues. Knowledge of evidence based practice.
- Ability to organise and plan own time and that of junior staff and learners.
Desirable
- Tracheostomy and Laryngectomy Competencies
Values and Behaviour
Essential
Professional/ Statutory Registration
Essential
- RN1/ RN2/ RN12/ Registered Nurse on the NMC register. To hold the appropriate level for the area of speciality.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post registration experience within surgical ward environment
- Mentorship/Teaching Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Previous post registration experience within the relevant specialty
- Experience of teaching/assessing/ supervising others in a clinical setting.
- Experience of coordinating a shift
Desirable
- knowledge of Oncology patients
- Experience of Drain management
- Experience of NGT/NJ and feeding
Skills
Essential
- Ability to administer prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and blood products
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues. Knowledge of evidence based practice.
- Ability to organise and plan own time and that of junior staff and learners.
Desirable
- Tracheostomy and Laryngectomy Competencies
Values and Behaviour
Essential
Professional/ Statutory Registration
Essential
- RN1/ RN2/ RN12/ 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).
