Sister / Charge Nurse

Job description

Job summary

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a centre of excellence for research, development, education, and care in the treatment of cancer.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse with strong clinical leadership and organisational skills to support the delivery of high-quality, safe and compassionate care to private patients. The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership, support the effective coordination of nursing services and promote an excellent patient experience in line with the Trust's values and standards.

Main duties of the job

The role will support the delivery and day-to-day management of our private care services across the Outpatient and Infusion/Supportive Therapy Unit. The successful candidate will provide strong clinical leadership, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centred care while promoting an excellent patient experience.Working collaboratively with consultants, the multidisciplinary team and colleagues across the Trust, the Unit Manager will oversee the effective coordination of services, support and develop the nursing team, and contribute to maintaining high standards of clinical practice, patient safety and service delivery.

The ideal candidate will be a Registered Nurse with substantial post-registration experience, proven leadership skills and the ability to work effectively within a busy, patient-focused environment. They will demonstrate excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, alongside a commitment to clinical excellence, collaborative working and continuous improvement.

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:

Providing effective clinical leadership and acting as a role model for the nursing team, promoting high standards of professional practice and patient-centred care. Coordinating the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate nursing care, ensuring that patients individual needs are assessed and met. Supporting the day-to-day management of the service, including the effective allocation of staff and resources to maintain safe and efficient patient care. Working collaboratively with consultants, the multidisciplinary team and other departments to ensure seamless care coordination and communication. Monitoring clinical standards, participating in audits and quality improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with Trust policies, procedures and professional standards. Supporting the recruitment, induction, supervision and development of nursing staff, fostering a positive learning environment and encouraging continuous professional development. Ensuring accurate clinical documentation, effective risk management and timely escalation of concerns to maintain patient safety. Contributing to service development and improvements that enhance the patient experience and support the delivery of an efficient, high-quality private patient service.

Job description
Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:

Providing effective clinical leadership and acting as a role model for the nursing team, promoting high standards of professional practice and patient-centred care. Coordinating the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate nursing care, ensuring that patients individual needs are assessed and met. Supporting the day-to-day management of the service, including the effective allocation of staff and resources to maintain safe and efficient patient care. Working collaboratively with consultants, the multidisciplinary team and other departments to ensure seamless care coordination and communication. Monitoring clinical standards, participating in audits and quality improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with Trust policies, procedures and professional standards. Supporting the recruitment, induction, supervision and development of nursing staff, fostering a positive learning environment and encouraging continuous professional development. Ensuring accurate clinical documentation, effective risk management and timely escalation of concerns to maintain patient safety. Contributing to service development and improvements that enhance the patient experience and support the delivery of an efficient, high-quality private patient service.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant experience post registration
• Registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Qualification in oncology or speciality
• Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent)
• Recognised teaching qualification
• Recognised mentoring and assessing qualification
• First Level management qualification and/or experience in clinical management.

Experience

Essential

• Experience in chemotherapy administration
• Demonstrate clear ability and responsibility for creating a dynamic learning environment
• Sufficient experience to be able to undertake Ward Manager role
• Experience of Venepuncture/Cannulation or Willingness to develop these skills on appointment
• Experience of Intravenous Drug Administration
• Experience of ongoing professional development

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of clinical trials management
• Evidence of relevant teaching experience

Skills Abilities/knowledge

Essential

• Budget monitoring/management experience. Computer literacy
• Evidence of a good understanding of NHS (or equivalent) reforms including those affecting cancer and relevant services

Other Requirements

Essential

• Flexibility to meet the needs of the service (e.g. shift work) and participate in hospital cover on a rotation basis in 'out of hours' periods

Person Specification
Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant experience post registration
• Registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Qualification in oncology or speciality
• Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent)
• Recognised teaching qualification
• Recognised mentoring and assessing qualification
• First Level management qualification and/or experience in clinical management.

Experience

Essential

• Experience in chemotherapy administration
• Demonstrate clear ability and responsibility for creating a dynamic learning environment
• Sufficient experience to be able to undertake Ward Manager role
• Experience of Venepuncture/Cannulation or Willingness to develop these skills on appointment
• Experience of Intravenous Drug Administration
• Experience of ongoing professional development

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of clinical trials management
• Evidence of relevant teaching experience

Skills Abilities/knowledge

Essential

• Budget monitoring/management experience. Computer literacy
• Evidence of a good understanding of NHS (or equivalent) reforms including those affecting cancer and relevant services

Other Requirements

Essential

• Flexibility to meet the needs of the service (e.g. shift work) and participate in hospital cover on a rotation basis in 'out of hours' periods

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

Additional information
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

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Address

The Royal Marsden Chelsea

London

SW3 6JJ

United Kingdom

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