About this role
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an Oncologynurse educator to join the team at Lewisham &GreenwichTrust.
The Oncology nurseeducator will provide direct clinical support as well asfacilitateand deliver teaching and educationalprogrammesto the inpatient wards(ward 21 & Laurel ward)and day units across 2 hospital sites.The post holder would be expected to work across both sites.
The post-holder will be an experienced, knowledgeable practitioner who provides leadership in practice development and education to nurses and other HCPs involved in the delivery of SACT for Haemato-oncology patients across LGT. They will work clinically to role model best, evidence-based professional practice and deliver education that meets service needs and priorities. TheOncologyclinical practice facilitator will work collaboratively with clinical managers, the corporate education team, and external partners. As a senior practitioner with specialist knowledge the post-holder will be active in supporting and furthering quality and governance structures and will work with the Lead SACT Nurse and Oncology matron on audit and service improvement initiatives withinhaemato-oncology andSACT.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
The expectation of the post holder is to work clinically to support the inpatient Oncology/Haematology Wardsin& Day Treatment Unitsin the following areas:
Training and maintenance of SACT skills to ensure the delivery of patient-focused,evidenced-based care.
Implementation of structured pre SACT consultations for impatient ward areas
Management of the deterioratingpatient
Medication/SACT Incidents
New Staff induction.
Communication skills/communicating with compassion & sensitivity.
Acute Oncology/telephone triage
Weare open to applicants who are looking for both full time and part time hours and can offer flexible working arrangements.
This is a variedroleandwould be of interest to someone who isorganised, flexible and adaptable tothe changingneeds of the service.
About us
Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:
Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development Widening access (anchor institution) and employability Improving the experience of staff with disability Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development Making equalities mainstream
Job description Job responsibilities
Key Result Areas & Performance:
The successful candidate will lead in the development of nursing staff through the creation and implementation of relevant education and clinical skills training. They will design and maintain education programmes/training that facilitates acquisition of the necessary skills, knowledge and competency in haemato- oncology & SACT. They will Continue to implement the UKONs SACT passport and ensure all training and education is mapped to the ACCEND framework.
1. Establishing an environment for learning
Encourages learner participation, through equality of opportunities and acknowledgement of diversity
Involves the multi professional team in the planning and delivery of coaching, teaching, supervision and/or assessment to support knowledge, skills and behaviours in line with trust values, policies and regulatory body
Fosters an inclusive learning environment and relationships
Ensures safe and appropriate use of educational and teaching resources and equipment.
Uses a variety of methods (e.g., simulation and technology enhanced learning) to deliver education, adjusting accordingly to learner needs, preferences and neuro diversity where possible.
Ensures safe and appropriate use of educational and teaching resources and equipment.
Ensures that education provision is forward facing with a focus on research, innovation and environment.
Maintains accurate records e.g. registers and assessments
2. Clinical Practice
On a regular planned basis, or in response to an emergent need, contributes to clinical practice by working alongside learners delivering clinical care
Uses coaching/mentoring techniques during contact time with learners to identify learning needs, improve standards, generate learning plans, respond to concerns, and escalate where necessary
Demonstrates and promotes a high standard of person-centred, holistic care.
Demonstrates and promotes the effective management of patient journey / flow by teaching and contributing to the development of systems for operational performance
Supports clinical team leaders to set and monitor the standards of accurate and concise documentation
Is highly effective in using skilled interpersonal communication to convey information and advocate for the interests and well-being of those for whom they are responsible.
Maintains own competence in administering SACT
3. Leadership & management
Participates in appraisal and demonstrates professional practice and scope in line with service and or regulatory requirements.
Builds strong and effective relationships across local, divisional, trust-wide and external networks.
Acts as a role model/mentor through professional values, behaviours and practice and to demonstrate lifelong learning
Collates yearly training needs analysis to generate predicted education expenditure for assigned clinical areas and learners.
Works with the Unit managers to investigate medication/SACT related incidents and formulates appropriate action plans
Provide practice development and education input to appraisal and personal development plans of clinical colleagues where appropriate
4. Audit and Evaluation: Innovation
Audits and documents educational progress utilising effective feedback strategies which support development and wellbeing
Contributes to the implementation of patient experience initiatives in response to patient feedback and NCPES results/FFT
Participates in benchmarking SACT standards within Lewisham & Greenwich NHS Trust against peers
Participates in identifying and addressing risk and poor quality through appropriate governance structures and forums where a practice development and education element exists
Coordinates and participates in ongoing service review and evaluation, including seeking and monitoring patient experience and outcomes, where these have a relevance to practice development and education
Have the necessary presentation skills to enable proactive participation in the dissemination of practice through conferences and professional publications
Novel treatments
Communications and Relationships
Liaise with all members of the multi-professional team to ensure that care is assessed, planned, delivered and evaluated within a multi-professional framework, in the interests of the patient, and that care is communicated to all team members.
General
Undertake all relevant clinical and non-clinical functions in accordance with grade.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training Essential
Registered general nurse ENB 998 or equivalent Mentorship qualification Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (including Chemotherapy) SACT qualification and training.
Desirable
Masters level qualification or evidence of continuing professional development to masters level or desire to undertake masters level qualifications Advanced Clinical Assessment skills or willingness to undertake 3 years post registration experience in caring for the needs of patients receiving Systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT)
Experience Essential
Minimum of five years post registration experience, of which 2 years at Band 6 with leadership and management experience To demonstrate up to date knowledge of current nursing issues To have experience of working with patients with haematological and solid tumours Experience of working with deteriorating patients
Desirable
To have experience of working in a teaching environment. To have experience in service development and change management. Experience presenting for large groups/at conferences
Knowledge Essential
Demonstrate ability to lead, manage change and motivate staff Ability to produce reports and involvement in management meetings Able to undertake audit and analyse information Knowledge of SACT treatment and supportive management of patients with haematological and solid tumours and non-malignant disease.
Desirable
Knowledge of national policy and drivers for chemotherapy services. Evidence of involvement in Peer Review process/GIRFT
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address Queen Elizabeth Hospital
MBU Ward 21 Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Stadium Road
London
SE18 4QH
Employer's website https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)