Registered Staff Nurse, Band 5

Job overview

We have x 1 vacancy for Registered Nurse's (Band 5) on Lilleybrook Ward to cover Maternity leave (37.5 hours).

Lilleybrook ward is a 18 bedded mixed Adult Ward caring for Oncology and Haematology patients, this comprises of  3 bays, 2 side rooms, 2 Iodine rooms and the AHOU( Acute Haematology Oncology Unit). Experience in this field is not essential but we would like to hear from you if you would like to broaden your knowledge & enhance your career in a rapidly changing forward thinking speciality.

We are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic and compassionate nurses with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to help us to deliver outstanding care to our patients.

You will be required to work a variety of shift patterns.

The proposed interview date is 10th June

Main duties of the job

Demonstrate ability to assess patient condition, develop and implement appropriate care, within the multidisciplinary team.

To communicate effectively, especially where patient ability to do so is compromised.   Ability to disseminate contentious and delicate information appropriately.   To deliver safe care within a challenging and changing clinical environment, using equipment and resources safely and as appropriate.   To administer medication and treatment within Procedure for the Ordering, Prescribing and Administration of Medication Guidelines   To deliver and receive information which may cause emotional distress to all parties.

Participate in mentorship and educational programmes for students and other members of the team.

To adhere to all Trust policies and procedures and professional code of conduct

Regularly responsible for the supervision and mentorship for unqualified, qualified staff and students.

To input and retrieve patient and staff information from computer-based systems

Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council

Appropriate experience within a defined Clinical area.

Enhanced IT skills

Enhanced levels of dexterity and accuracy pertaining to clinical skills. e.g. Administration of intravenous injections, cannulation, phlebotomy, CVC skills.

Act as a resource for all staff disseminating clinical skills and knowledge

Ensure personal and professional development is progressed through appraisal

Demonstrate understanding of research-based practice, and participate as required in audit.

To hold or be working towards a specialised course relevant to the Oncology / Haematology speciality.

Additional Contact Details

Emily O'Sullivan (Ward Manager)

Emily.o'[email protected]

0300 422 4216

Informal visits would be welcome.