Staff Nurse

An excellent development opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 nurse on wards 4 and the Brachytherapy and Molecular Radiotherapy unit. The unit is made up of two floors with rotation to both. It consists of providing specialist Brachtherapy and 4 specialist molecular radiotherapy treatments. Alongside this it has patients undergoing radiotherapy, chemotherapy, palliative care or symptom control. Ward 4 specialises in the care of patients that have tracheostomies or laryngectomies and require enteral feeding, making this unit an excellent place to work.
The Clinical area treats patients with potentially curative diseases, alongside patients requiring end of life care, you will need excellent communication skills and an empathic nature.
Band 5 nurses will have the opportunity to work within a supportive environment, developing excellent skills and knowledge in this specialised area. We aim to develop staff into dynamic oncology nurses, offering an orientation period, and a comprehensive perceptorship package for new staff. We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals, who have a genuine interest in becoming proactive oncology and palliative nurses.
As part of the ward team help achieve and maintain a high standard of patient care.
To welcome patients and introduce them to the ward routine.
Undertake the nursing care of patients, ensuring privacy & dignity is maintained whilst being aware of physical and psychological needs.
To be aware of the needs of relatives, and to give them support and advice.
Take individual responsibility for the nursing care of a group of patients, as a registered nurse.
To participate in the rehabilitation of patients and give relatives any necessary instructions.
Ensure that prescribed drugs and treatments are given correctly and in accordance with the Hospital Procedure and Policy, and work within NMC guidelines.
To follow the 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 participate in internal rotation to night duty as required.
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 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.
Professional
As part of the ward team help achieve and maintain a high standard of patient care.
To welcome patients and introduce them to the ward routine.
Undertake the nursing care of patients, ensuring privacy & dignity is maintained whilst being aware of physical and psychological needs.
To be aware of the needs of relatives, and to give them support and advice.
Take individual responsibility for the nursing care of a group of patients, as a registered nurse.
To participate in the rehabilitation of patients and give relatives any necessary instructions.
Ensure that prescribed drugs and treatments are given correctly and in accordance with the Hospital Procedure and Policy, and work within NMC guidelines.
To follow the 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 participate in internal rotation to night duty as required.
Regularly attend team meetings to remain updated regarding changes within the ward, and within the Trust.
Manage and generally supervise the ward in the absence of senior staff.
Provide a supportive role within the ward for nursing, medical and clerical Staff.
To give a clear and accurate update at change of duties and ensure accurate documentation of nursing interventions.
To participate in the emergency/continuing care of patients and give any necessary instructions, including transfer information.
Participate in nursing procedures appropriate to the ward.
Support and assist in the induction/training of junior staff/Health Care Assistant’s acting as mentor to designated staff.
Be able to act as ward co-ordinator in absence of senior staff and ensure the safe and timely through put of patients, liaising closely with admission staff, medical staff and other wards.
To liaise with medical and para medical personnel and community organisations.
To highlight areas of improvement/development within the department and undertake relevant projects.
To participate in ward/unit/Trust initiatives i.e. CODE
To act as support for other ward nurses in relation to acute emergency care.
Safely escort patients to other areas, and act as an escort for patients during transfer to other departments/hospitals as required.
Assist in the provision of meals/refreshments for patients whilst meeting their nutritional needs.
Assist in the general housekeeping duties of the ward.
Help to maintain a safe environment and report faults/risks etc to the nurse in charge.
Liaise with staff members responsible for stores/stationery and ordering and assist in the maintenance of stock levels.
Handle patient’s personal possessions, and ensure cash and valuables kept securely as per policy.
Correct care and custody of controlled drugs and aid the safe storage of medicines, in line with Trust Policies.
Assist medical staff with procedures.
Carry out certain procedures such as venepuncture, cannulation and the administration of Chemotherapy, and be prepared to learn new skills relevant to the role.
Undertake training on Brachytherapy and Molecular Radiotherapy, when ready to do so. (Ward 4)
To cross cover other ward within unit, to ensure adequate staff cover over both wards, when required.
EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
To be responsible for own personal development and for maintaining a personal development plan.
To complete the ward preceptor pack, and ward training packs.
Complete Principles and Practice of Intravenous Skills Programme and Cannulation Skills Training and update regularly.
Annually attend all mandatory study days as per Trust and unit guidance.
PERSONAL
Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship.
Show professional and courteous manner when answering the telephone and other enquires.
Maintain confidentiality with regard to patient information both at work and outside of working hours.
To be aware of and adhere to all policies including; sickness and absence, confidentiality, uniform and responsibilities under the Health and Safety at work act and be familiar with all risk assessments pertinent to the ward.
Report and record all accidents and complaints according to the agreed policy.
To be aware of limitations and utilise the preceptor system for any issues that arise.
To show respect for members of the team and endorse the ward’s philosophy of giving mutual support.
Adhere to trust uniform policy.