Staff Nurse - Judy Beard Day Unit

Job overview

JUDY BEARD DAY UNIT

Band 5 Staff Nurse

We are looking for two dynamic part time band 5 staff nurse with an interest in Haematology/Oncology nursing.

We are a busy but friendly team delivering a variety of intravenous treatments including chemotherapy, immunotherapy and supportive treatments.

Specialist training will be given to the successful candidates.

You will, after training need to be able to prioritise care, deliver treatments and maintain high standards of nursing care whilst responding sensitively to the needs of this client group.

Good communication skills and the ability to work with the wider MDT are essential. Ideally you will have some experience in venepuncture, cannulation, central lines and IV therapy. Training in this will also be offered.

Main duties of the job

At least 18  months post registration experience would be desirable and experience in administration of Chemotherapy/ Immunotherapy is desirable but not essential.

You will be required to safely handle and administer Systemic Anti-Cancer therapy after completing relevant training where needed.

Whilst on the unit you will have the opportunity to assist with supplementary medical infusions and monoclonal antibody therapy.

This will be a great opportunity for an experienced staff nurse to gain valuable experience in this chosen speciality.

Main duties of the job

At least 18 months post registration experience would be desirable and experience in administration of Chemotherapy is desirable but not essential.

You will be required to safely handle and administer Systemic Anti-Cancer therapy after completing relevant training where needed.

Whilst on the unit you will have the opportunity to assist the staff with supplementary medical infusions and monoclonal antibody therapy.

This will be a great opportunity for an experienced staff nurse to gain valuable experience in this chosen speciality.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the job description attached.

If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.