An exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint a Band 6 Junior Sister to the Chemotherapy Unit. The post holders will be based within the Chemotherapy Unit will be instrumental in the continuing development of the SACT service.

We are looking for experienced Chemotherapy Nurses for this full-time position. Job share and flexible working will be considered. Applicants should have at least three years post registration experience and will need to demonstrate a high level of knowledge and skills in the speciality. They will have at least one years' experience working in the field of cancer and/or haematology and will have experience with chemotherapy administration and care.

Main duties of the job

To provide care to a group of patients in accordance with the NMC code of professional conduct and Trust policies and procedures.

Work with the Lead Cancer Nurse and her team and the Unit Sister to provide leadership to a developing nursing team.

To contribute to the operational management of the chemotherapy service.

To provide high standards of evidence-based patient centred care.

To assist in leading the nursing team to maintain an efficient chemotherapy service.

Responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care without supervision.

To assist with the implementation and development of chemotherapy outreach services in West Dorset.

About us

The Chemotherapy service is led by a Senior Sister who is supported by her deputy. We work closely with the Systemic Anti- Cancer Treatment Clinical Nurse Specialist and her community team to develop an extended service. The oncology and haematology service consists of specialist Clinical Nurse Specialist who work closely with the Consultants and the Chemotherapy Nurses.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us atRecruitment@dchft.nhs.ukif you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Registered nurse
• Recognised qualification in oncology / haemato-oncology
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Teaching qualification
• Recognised cytotoxic chemotherapy course or willing to attend

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Significant and recent post registration experience
• Significant and recent experience in related speciality at previous grade
• Understanding of professional nursing issues

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient practitioner
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors.
• Evidence of ability to develop leadership skills.

Desirable

• Evidence of an ability to manage time effectively
• Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements
• Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
• Evidence of an area of special interest
• Evidence of critical appraisal skills
• Knowledge of clinical audit

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT12JY

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

405-24-NM274CHEM