Staff Nurse

The Christie NHS FT

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Job summary

The Palatine Ward is a joint collaboration between the haematology and transplant service and the teenage and young adult (TYA) service, providing high quality care for adult patients with haematological malignancies and TYA (16-24 year old) patients with all types of cancers. We also treat paediatric patients receiving radioiodine treatment.

We are a 31 bedded ward - all rooms are en-suite side rooms - with specialist HEPA side rooms for isolating severely immunocompromised patients. We also have a specialist room for the treatment of patients undergoing radioiodine radiotherapy. We give established evidence-based specialist treatments including chemotherapy and immunotherapy. We are JACIE accredited and regularly carry out autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplants and provide exciting new treatments such as CAR T-cell therapy, all supported by a comprehensive and thorough training process, inclusive of UKONS certificate for the delivery of Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT) and care of patients receiving SACT. Our Clinical Practice Facilitator team (CPF) are here to support you for your education and development needs and you will be fully supported during your orientation program and beyond. The Christie is also very research active, so we have the opportunity to support patients on clinical trials.

Main duties of the job

A nurse on The Palatine Ward will deliver care to a team of patients by monitoring them closely, performing clinical observations and fluid balance, escalating concerns to the Acute Oncology Outreach team, senior colleagues, the shift coordinator and the medical team. The role will include the administration of multiple lines of medications via all routes - oral, sub-cut, transdermal, intravenous etc and monitoring the effects on patients. There will be training and develop opportunities provided to ensure the nurse becomes competent in accessing central lines such as Hickman lines/PICC lines and in the delivery of SACT - whether this be oral, sub-cut, IV infusion or bolus administration. As the role develops the nurse would be expected to undertake the exciting role of stem cell re-infusion and CAR T-cell administration - these interventions are preceded by a strict conditioning process which the nurse will be responsible to oversee and administer whilst on shift.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated nurse, with excellent time management skills and well developed interpersonal and communication skills. We believe in team work on The Palatine Ward. We work in small teams which cover a cohort of patients, to provide 24-hour care to give therapy, provide symptom control, treat sepsis and maintain an overall holistic approach for the individuals we care for.

About us

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We also have the UKs first pioneering Proton Beam Therapy centre. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.

At The Christie we have a large specialist Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) which consists of The Supportive Care Team, physiotherapists, dieticians/nutritional nurse specialists, clinical nurse specialists etc who all strive to provide Gold Standard care to our patients, it will be within the role of the staff nurse to independently liaise with these key MDT members to maintain excellent care provision

Date posted

08 March 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

413-Staff Nurse-CNS-AA

Job locations

Palatine Ward - E00284

Manchester

M20 4BX

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced, self-motivated nurse, with excellent time management skills and well developed interpersonal and communication skills. A vested interest in Haematology and TYA Oncology is essential. In order to grow this interest and the skills of the nurse within this role, we will invest in their development with a period of supernumerary practice, a comprehensive inhouse training package, support from the CPF team and ongoing peer support and coaching from a preceptor/allocated team member. There will also be opportunity for further education and training as your career progresses.

We work in small teams which cover a cohort of patients, to provide 24-hour care to give therapy, provide symptom control, treat sepsis and maintain an overall holistic approach for the individuals we care for.

We are looking for a motivated fully qualified and experienced adult or childrens nurse to work in our fast paced but patient focused environment. You must want to develop new skills and knowledge around specialised cancer treatments. You will be caring, interested in haematology-oncology and the ever-advancing innovations in treatment and care.

PROFESSIONAL:

As part of the ward team help achieve and maintain a high standard of patient care.

To be aware of the patients needs, both physical and psychological whilst ensuring privacy & dignity is maintained.

To welcome patients and introduce them to the ward routine and ensure they receive the most age appropriate welcome booklett.

To be aware of the needs of relatives, and to give them support, advice and direct themn to most appropriate supporting agencies.

To give and receive the report at change over of duties and ensure handover sheet is updated at each shift.

To participate in the rehabilitation of patients and give relatives any necessary instructions and support.

Ensure that prescribed drugs and treatments are stored and administered correctly and in accordance with the Hospital Procedure and Policy.

Correct care and custody of controlled drugs is observed at all times.

To follow the correct procedure when notifying relatives of seriously ill patients and those who have died.

To liaise with medical and para-medical personnel and community organisations to ensure timely and safe discharges.

To participate in internal rotation to night duty as required.

EDUCATION:

Participate in the theoretical and practical professional instruction of all learners and untrained staff.

To monitor the progress of learners and, in particular, their skills in carrying out practical procedures.

Attend all manadatory training and update all e- Learning in accordance with Trust requirements

Participate in all unit training for JACIE accreditation and TYA/Paediatric requirements including Paediatric life support and level 2B safe guarding

Complete the ward introductory and other training packages assisted by the Ward practice facilitators

PERSONNEL:

Help and create a good working atmosphere by promoting the ward Aims and objectives.

Welcome and introduce new staff to the patients and the nursing team.

Advise and support new nurses as appropriate and utilise a buddy system for ongoing support.

To be familiar with and ensure that all staff know the regulations re: fire emergency, lifting and radiation protection.

To attend regular updating sessions on these subjects, and generally ensure that knowledge regarding current nursing issues and clinical research is up to date.

Be aware of the Health and Safety at Work Act and its implications in the ward situation.

Utilise Q Pulse for access to the unit standard operating procedures and forms

To know and supervise Health Care Assistants and Learners in:

the correct care and use of hospital property.

the correct procedure for care and custody of patients valuables and property.

carrying out the agreed procedure for the care and custody of radioactive materials.

Report and record all accidents and complaints according to the agreed policy.

To follow the agreed policies and procedures as laid down in the Nurses Procedure Book.

It is essential that all members of staff observe the code of confidentiality and complete Information governance training and annual updates.

Ensure any concerns are raised and escalated to your line managers

This job description is intended to reflect the main duties and responsibilities of the post holder but is indicative only. It may be reviewed in consultation with the post holder as circumstances change and develop.