Job summary
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 MD
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
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
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For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have a minimum of two years
of experience working within the NHS as a HCA for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months)
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
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
Statutory Registration
Essential
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
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
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
Statutory Registration
Essential
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
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).
