Job summary
INTERNAL ADVERT
This advert is only open to applicants who are
currently employed by County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5
Staff Nurse to join the existing Chemotherapy Day Unit team across Durham and
Shotley Bridge. The day units pride themselves on delivering the highest
standards of nursing care treating patients with a wide range of haematology
and oncology malignancies and conditions. This nurse led unit is both innovative
and challenging and gives a great opportunity for you to join a highly skilled,
dynamic and friendly multidisciplinary team.
Main duties of the job
cannulation
and phlebotomy skills
holistic and toxicity
assessments
administeration of SACT and
supportive therapies
effective communication
skills
liaising
with the wider MDT
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
From April 1 2024 we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary, If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a dedicated and highly
motivated nurse who may have had previous experience working with cancer
patients and systemic anti-cancer therapy or are willing to undertake training.
A compassionate and caring nature alongside excellent communication, clinical
leadership, sound decision making and organisational skills are essential for
this position.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a dedicated and highly
motivated nurse who may have had previous experience working with cancer
patients and systemic anti-cancer therapy or are willing to undertake training.
A compassionate and caring nature alongside excellent communication, clinical
leadership, sound decision making and organisational skills are essential for
this position.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- At least 1 year post registration experience working in the acute setting People management experience Working effectively within a multidisciplinary team Experience of clinical audit
Desirable
- Post registration experience at Band 5, working in cancer care/chemotherapy/palliative care
Statutory Registration
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN with current NMC registration Diploma/1st level degree Excellent standards of nursing care
Desirable
- Mentorship/ Assessor course Chemotherapy Module Competent in delivery and administration of SACT, by all routes. Willing to work towards Post registration qualification relating to cancer care
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent Clinical Skills Excellent communication skills able to communicate complex and highly sensitive information to patients and relatives overcoming barriers to understanding. Excellent negotiation skills Teaching skills Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing Up to date professional & specialist knowledge
Desirable
- Extended clinical skills including competent in caring for Hickman lines, PICC lines and PORTS. Knowledge of solid and haematological malignancy pathways Knowledge of non-cancer treatments given
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- At least 1 year post registration experience working in the acute setting People management experience Working effectively within a multidisciplinary team Experience of clinical audit
Desirable
- Post registration experience at Band 5, working in cancer care/chemotherapy/palliative care
Statutory Registration
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN with current NMC registration Diploma/1st level degree Excellent standards of nursing care
Desirable
- Mentorship/ Assessor course Chemotherapy Module Competent in delivery and administration of SACT, by all routes. Willing to work towards Post registration qualification relating to cancer care
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent Clinical Skills Excellent communication skills able to communicate complex and highly sensitive information to patients and relatives overcoming barriers to understanding. Excellent negotiation skills Teaching skills Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing Up to date professional & specialist knowledge
Desirable
- Extended clinical skills including competent in caring for Hickman lines, PICC lines and PORTS. Knowledge of solid and haematological malignancy pathways Knowledge of non-cancer treatments given
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).
