About this role
Job summary
Chartwell Unit is based at Maidstone Hospital and is an eight-chair unit specialising in the care of patients with haematology malignancies and other blood disorders. The unit delivers systemic anti-cancer therapies (SACT), alongside supportive care and blood product support for patients undergoing chemotherapy.
Applicants must hold a recognised SACT qualification and a valid UKOMS passport. They will demonstrate a hign level of clinical expertise in the safe delivery of SACT. The post holder will be an experienced and competent practitioner demonstrating effective leadership skills and the ability to provide safe, evidenced and patient centred care in line with NHS policies and guidelines .
Main duties of the job
Ensure the provision of a high standard of care to all service users using the systematic approach to individualised care, using the model appropriate to the clinical area. To maintain a high level of competent practice within the Scope of Professional Practice. In conjunction with the CNS haematology team/Lord North , to ensure effective and continual updating / increased professional competence. To work within the framework of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct at all times.Provide information and advice to patients and their carers on haematology treatments Apply, disseminate and encourage research- based practice in relation to care of patients within the Unit. Adhere to the Data Protection Act, Health and Safety at Work Act and have knowledge of the Trusts Grievance and Disciplinary Policies. Advise and support other staff appropriately.Be a fundamental member and collaborate with other disciplines in ensuring a system that enhances and maintains good relationships and channels of communication within the department. Maintain responsibility for the safe custody, checking, witnessing and recording of all drugs in accordance with the Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Trust policy.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.
We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.
Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.
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Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:
At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff). Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a employer contribution of 23.7% and life assurance benefits Blue Light card eligibility And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below
Job description Job responsibilities
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Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). If a role involves regulated activity and requires a DBS check with a barred list check, you cannot apply if you are on the barred list.
All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.
Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email [email protected] if this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
First level registered nurse registered with Nursing and Midwifery Council SACT trained
Desirable
Evidence of further education since qualification Evidence of ongoing CPD Mentorship/ Practice assessor Advance Life Support provider
Experience/Knowledge Essential
Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice at the level of a newly qualified nurse. Understanding of equality and diversity and how to apply it to self. Understanding of NMC Code and requirements of it for own practice and behaviour Insight and understanding of current issues in nursing and the NHS
Desirable
Proficient clinician and clinical role model Understanding of audit and benchmarking processes Use of Electronic documentation/ EP
Skills Essential
Able to assess plan, implement and evaluate specialist care delivered to patients / clients and give relevant advice / information to patients and relatives Ability to administer prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and administration of blood products Good communication skills and ability to deal with sensitive information. To include dealing with distressed relatives, care of terminally ill and other challenging situations Is able to manage team and individual performance Good interpersonal skills
Desirable
CVAD Competent IT/Keyboard skills PICC placement Commitment to teaching others
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address Maidstone hospital
Hermitage Lane
Maidstione
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)