About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Band 4 Nurse Associate to join our Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) Unit on 2 North A at the Royal Free Hospital.This is an exciting opportunity to work within a specialist nurse-led oncology service that delivers high-quality, safe and personalised care to patients receiving complex SACT treatments.
The post holder will support the delivery of high-standard patient care, working alongside experienced SACT nurses, pharmacists, consultants, clinical trial teams and wider MDT colleagues.
Main duties of the job
Provide compassionate, safe and effective care to patients receiving SACTSupport registered SACT nurses in patient preparation, monitoring and post-treatment careContribute to maintaining safety standards, including escalation of concerns and early recognition of deteriorationWork collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated patient careMaintain accurate and timely clinical documentationParticipate in quality improvement, patient experience initiatives and service developmentUphold Trust values and contribute to a positive team culture
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated team of staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17 million tests.Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the topFor more information please visithttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Education & professional Qualifications Essential
oRegistered Nurse Associate qualification oEvidence of recent and ongoing professional development oPost qualification in relevant speciality
Experience Essential
oPost registration experience working in an acute hospital setting oDemonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality oDemonstrates sound knowledge of infection control standards oAwareness of current professional nursing issues
Royal Free World Class Values Essential
oDemonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Skills and aptitudes Essential
oAbility to plan and prioritise workload oProven communication skills and ability to negotiate oSkilled in use of computer/key board oAbility to supervise registered and unregistered staff oAbility to work well within a team oKnowledge of risk management o Ability to lead change and service improvement oAware of quality and safety standards and ward audit requirements oTo maintain a safe clinical environment conducive to patient care oVenepuncture and cannulation skills
Desirable
oPICC care
Personal Qualities & Attributes Essential
oAbility to demonstrate initiative and solve problems oAbility to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues oEnthusiastic and assertive oAdaptable to change oDiplomatic and calm oTo be flexible and approachable oAbility to work rotating shifts
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 Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal Free Hospital
London
NW3 2QG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)