Job summary
We are looking to recruit a band 6 Deputy sister/charge nurse to join the current team OTC @ Home Service. This will provide treatments to patients in their own home as well as working some shifts on the Osborne Treatment Centre (OTC) at the LRI.
The successful candidate will be joining an established team with a record of excellence and innovative practices. The department provides outpatient treatment, triage assessment and follow up care for patients with Haematological and Oncological conditions.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated nurse with clinical experience within haematology/oncology nursing. You will be able to demonstrate excellent clinical skills in Haematology/Oncology nursing care and have a passion for this specialty. Knowledge and skills in the safe administration of SACT, care of CVAD'S and other associated supportive treatments is essential.
You will be expected to work as part of a team as well as autonomously. Also on call on a rota basis is required once competence in apheresis is obtained.
Main duties of the job
- Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of evidence based nursing care to a group of patients.
- Leadership and supervision of others carrying out all aspects of the caring process.
- Deputise and take charge of the given area regularly in the absence of the Sister / Charge Nurse who has 24hour accountability and responsibility.
- Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care.
- Participate in the effective clinical leadership and management of the ward team.
Actively contribute to the improvement of services and the quality of care provision to meet the needs of patients, service users and their families.Act as a role model, mentoring, teaching, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement and participate in the education, development and mentorship of other staff
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Travel to patients homes in order to give SACT (systemic anti-cancer treatment)
- Able to take blood tests and observations in the patient's homes and facilitate review when bloods back in order to keep patients out of hospital
- As this is a fairly new service be able to contribute with ideas to further progress the service
- Work as part of a team to ensure best care and comminication to patients
- Able to work on OTC at times when not required on home visits
- Embrace and be competent and safe with 'single check' of treatments within the role out of the hospital
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Travel to patients homes in order to give SACT (systemic anti-cancer treatment)
- Able to take blood tests and observations in the patient's homes and facilitate review when bloods back in order to keep patients out of hospital
- As this is a fairly new service be able to contribute with ideas to further progress the service
- Work as part of a team to ensure best care and comminication to patients
- Able to work on OTC at times when not required on home visits
- Embrace and be competent and safe with 'single check' of treatments within the role out of the hospital
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years post registration experience
Desirable
- Development of multi disciplinary working practices
Both
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
Desirable
- Recognised NMC Teaching and Assessing Qualification or equivalent
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
- Current valid driving license
Essential
Essential
Desirable
Desirable
- Community nursing experience
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years post registration experience
Desirable
- Development of multi disciplinary working practices
Both
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
Desirable
- Recognised NMC Teaching and Assessing Qualification or equivalent
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
- Current valid driving license
Essential
Essential
Desirable
Desirable
- Community nursing experience
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).
