Job summary
Are you a Health Care Assistant with experience of working with haemotology & oncology, chemotherapy or cancer patients? If not, do you hold an interest in doing so? Either way, an exciting opportunity has become available at Kettering general Hospital NHS Foundation Trust which could be just the role that you are looking for.Providing haematology services we have a haematology inpatient ward, outpatient treatment facilities and the recently developed acute malignant haemato-oncology outreach service. This provides both a varied nursing experience and opportunity to be involved in rewarding care provision to patients with both malignant and non-malignant haematological conditions as well as cancer diagnosis.Prior experience of working within haematology and oncology would be beneficial however it is not essential as full support and trainingwill be provided. The role encompasses inpatient ward shift working alongside outreach service shifts to support the operational running of the service. Of most importance is for the post holder to be enthusiastic, motivated, a team player and committed to providing excellent standards of care.
**As this is a PART TIME position, this is NOT eligible for Sponsorship **
Main duties of the job
Are you a Health Care Assistant with experience of working with haematology, oncology, chemotherapy or cancer patients? If not, do you hold an interest in doing so? Either way, an exciting opportunity has become available at Kettering general Hospital NHS Foundation Trust which could be just the role that you are looking for.Providing haematology services we have a haematology inpatient ward, outpatient treatment facilities and the recently developed acute malignant haemato-oncology outreach service. This provides both a varied nursing experience and opportunity to be involved in rewarding care provision to patients with both malignant and non-malignant haematological conditions as well as cancer diagnosis.Prior experience of working within haematology and oncology would be beneficial however it is not essential as full support and trainingwill be provided. The role encompasses inpatient ward shift working alongside outreach service shifts to support the operational running of the service. Of most importance is for the post holder to be enthusiastic, motivated, a team player and committed to providing excellent standards of care
About us
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values: Compassion Respect Integrity Courageous Accountable
Job description
Job responsibilities
Providing haematology services we have a haematology inpatient ward, outpatient treatment facilities and also acute malignant haemato -oncology outreach service. This provides both a varied nursing experience and opportunity to be involved in rewarding care provision to patients with both malignant and non-malignant haematological conditions as well as cancer diagnosis.
Previous experience of working within haematology and oncology would be beneficial however it is not essential as full support and training will be provided. The role encompasses inpatient ward shift working alongside outreach service shift to support the operational running of the service. Of most importance is for the post holder to be enthusiastic, motivated, a team player and committed to providing excellent standards of care
**As this is a PART TIME position, this is NOT eligible for Sponsorship **
For further details / informal visits contact: Name Aleyamma Thomas Job title Ward Sister Email address aleyamma.thomas4@nhs.net Telephone number 01536 492278 Additional contact information
Aleyamma Thomas
Ward sister for Lilford Ward, Acute Malignant Haemato-Oncology and Cancer of unknown primary.01536 492834/ 492278
Job description
Job responsibilities
Providing haematology services we have a haematology inpatient ward, outpatient treatment facilities and also acute malignant haemato -oncology outreach service. This provides both a varied nursing experience and opportunity to be involved in rewarding care provision to patients with both malignant and non-malignant haematological conditions as well as cancer diagnosis.
Previous experience of working within haematology and oncology would be beneficial however it is not essential as full support and training will be provided. The role encompasses inpatient ward shift working alongside outreach service shift to support the operational running of the service. Of most importance is for the post holder to be enthusiastic, motivated, a team player and committed to providing excellent standards of care
**As this is a PART TIME position, this is NOT eligible for Sponsorship **
For further details / informal visits contact: Name Aleyamma Thomas Job title Ward Sister Email address aleyamma.thomas4@nhs.net Telephone number 01536 492278 Additional contact information
Aleyamma Thomas
Ward sister for Lilford Ward, Acute Malignant Haemato-Oncology and Cancer of unknown primary.01536 492834/ 492278
Person Specification
Education, Training,, Qualifications & Skills
Essential
- NVQ /QCF Level 3 Qualification
- One year as apprentice healthcare support worker/assistant experience-minimum 1 year
- Ability to overcome communication barriers
- Experience of working as part of a team
- To demonstrate accuracy and clarity in verbal, written and electronic communication in relation to own work.
- Knowledge and basic understanding of Information Governance and information storage.
- Able to prioritise attention to patients in accordance with defined protocols and delegation from RN
- Hand/ eye co-ordination
- Knowledge of physical and psychological care duties
- Concentrate on the care of patient on a routine basis
- Ability to treat all employee and other hospital information confidentially
- Recognition of factors in maintaining own and others health, safety and security
- Supportive of equality and values diversity
Desirable
- Knowledge of ward procedures
- Health and Safety
- Able to deal with multiple tasks
- Recording and reporting patient condition, including vital signs
- Can manoeuvre patient using aids e.g. hoists and wheelchairs
- Bathes and assists patients with toileting on a daily basis
- Frequently deal with care of terminally ill patients
- Deal with body fluids, smells and infectious patients as required
Person Specification
Education, Training,, Qualifications & Skills
Essential
- NVQ /QCF Level 3 Qualification
- One year as apprentice healthcare support worker/assistant experience-minimum 1 year
- Ability to overcome communication barriers
- Experience of working as part of a team
- To demonstrate accuracy and clarity in verbal, written and electronic communication in relation to own work.
- Knowledge and basic understanding of Information Governance and information storage.
- Able to prioritise attention to patients in accordance with defined protocols and delegation from RN
- Hand/ eye co-ordination
- Knowledge of physical and psychological care duties
- Concentrate on the care of patient on a routine basis
- Ability to treat all employee and other hospital information confidentially
- Recognition of factors in maintaining own and others health, safety and security
- Supportive of equality and values diversity
Desirable
- Knowledge of ward procedures
- Health and Safety
- Able to deal with multiple tasks
- Recording and reporting patient condition, including vital signs
- Can manoeuvre patient using aids e.g. hoists and wheelchairs
- Bathes and assists patients with toileting on a daily basis
- Frequently deal with care of terminally ill patients
- Deal with body fluids, smells and infectious patients as required
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.
