Job summary
Ward 201 is the inpatient ward of the cancer centre at the Royal Stoke University Hospital.
The ward consists of a 40 bed in patient unit and an emergency assessment unit which has 3 assessment beds and 4 ambulatory chairs.
We work closely with other departments within the cancer centre consisting of the Radiotherapy Department and Ward 202 chemotherapy outpatients.
We offer a service to any patient receiving cancer treatment within the trust for oncology and haematology disorders that for different reasons require acute medical and Nursing input.
Main duties of the job
The treatments received at the cancer centre may include Chemotherapy, Radiotherapy, Immunotherapy, Brachytherapy, Symptom control, Palliative care and treatment of Haematological disorders.
Patient's admissions to the ward are via various routes consisting of a triaged admission to the emergency assessment unit, referral from The emergency department or via Clinic.
We pride ourselves on the high quality, evidence-based care that we deliver on the ward to achieve the best possible patient outcomes. As a valued team member you will be required to keep yourself updated with best evidenced based practise. On the ward we have link nurses for all aspects of care. We participate in internal and external audits to ensure best care is delivered and any learning actions are addressed
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. We serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. The Trust has around 1,450 inpatient beds across two sites in Stoke-on-Trent and Stafford. Our 11,000 strong workforce provide emergency treatment, planned operations and medical care from Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital in Stafford.
We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. We have put together a wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential. Our goal is to be a world-class centre of achievement, where patients receive the highest standards of care and the best people come to learn, work and research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
All of our team members are facilitated with their clinical development. We offer training which includes line care consisting of PICC and Hickman line competencies and you will also be supported in gaining you SACT passport a nationally recognised certification to be able to safely deliver chemotherapy .
Your development is important to us. The wards clinical educators have a learning contract plan to assist your development and achieve your clinical competencies. The ward also encourages participation in trust events and also involvement with external professional bodies related to Cancer/Haematological care
It is important to us that you are supported in your role we have a family tree, ward meetings are held monthly and additional information is cascaded via a newsletter or email. We celebrate our successes and utilise the trusts values
Excellent communication skills are vital, written and verbal, these are essential for working within our dedicated MDT to enable the best patient pathway.
Being a staff nurse on ward 201 is an exciting opportunity, not only will you have opportunities to develop yourself clinically we also encourage your Personal professional development in this speciality of nursing.
Job description
Job responsibilities
All of our team members are facilitated with their clinical development. We offer training which includes line care consisting of PICC and Hickman line competencies and you will also be supported in gaining you SACT passport a nationally recognised certification to be able to safely deliver chemotherapy .
Your development is important to us. The wards clinical educators have a learning contract plan to assist your development and achieve your clinical competencies. The ward also encourages participation in trust events and also involvement with external professional bodies related to Cancer/Haematological care
It is important to us that you are supported in your role we have a family tree, ward meetings are held monthly and additional information is cascaded via a newsletter or email. We celebrate our successes and utilise the trusts values
Excellent communication skills are vital, written and verbal, these are essential for working within our dedicated MDT to enable the best patient pathway.
Being a staff nurse on ward 201 is an exciting opportunity, not only will you have opportunities to develop yourself clinically we also encourage your Personal professional development in this speciality of nursing.
Person Specification
Communication
Essential
- Evidence of excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Understanding of the requirement for excellent communication in the Ward environment
Excellent standards of nursing care
Essential
- Understanding of quality care
Desirable
- evidence of knowledge of accurate patient assessments ,action plans and audits
Person Specification
Communication
Essential
- Evidence of excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Understanding of the requirement for excellent communication in the Ward environment
Excellent standards of nursing care
Essential
- Understanding of quality care
Desirable
- evidence of knowledge of accurate patient assessments ,action plans and audits
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).
