Staff Nurse (Band 6) - Medical Day Unit

Job description

Job summary

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Staff Nurse with postregistration experience, desirably in oncology, to join the Medical Day Unit (MDU) at theRoyal Marsden in Chelsea. The MDU is a fast-paced clinical environment specialising in theadministration of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT), supportive care and clinical trials.

The Royal Marsden is a leading centre in cancer care and research and provides staff withexcellent opportunities for professional and personal development in a well-resourcedenvironment.

You will need to be a registered nurse with intravenous medication administrationexperience. Venepuncture, cannulation and SACT administration skills are desirable but notessential as training will be provided. You will possess excellent oral and writtencommunication skills and sound clinical assessment and management qualities to effectivelyco-ordinate a shift and clinically review patients prior to their SACT.

Main duties of the job

To work collaboratively, as part of the multidisciplinary team, to co-ordinate high-quality, evidence-based nursing care for patients.

To lead the assessment and management of the complex needs of patients with cancer receiving SACT.

To ensure patients are educated on SACT, including clinical trials, administered on the unit.

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 Descriptionand Person Specification:

Work collaboratively, within the multidisciplinary team, to create a safe patient environment inwhich the complex needs of patients with cancer receiving SACT are met.

Promote, and facilitate, the education of patients on SACT, including its side effects, toempower patients to escalate side effects timely and safely.

Practice within Trust protocols, including those for clinical trials, and support juniorcolleagues to also practice within such guidelines.

Lead the recognition of signs of a deteriorating patient and assist junior colleagues torespond promptly to signs.

Utilise advanced time-management and prioritisation skills to manage the demands of a busyenvironment with a high caseload and support junior colleagues in also meeting demands.

Engage in educational programmes and facilitate ward-based projects to advance personaland team professional development.

Job description
Job responsibilities

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

Work collaboratively, within the multidisciplinary team, to create a safe patient environment inwhich the complex needs of patients with cancer receiving SACT are met.

Promote, and facilitate, the education of patients on SACT, including its side effects, toempower patients to escalate side effects timely and safely.

Practice within Trust protocols, including those for clinical trials, and support juniorcolleagues to also practice within such guidelines.

Lead the recognition of signs of a deteriorating patient and assist junior colleagues torespond promptly to signs.

Utilise advanced time-management and prioritisation skills to manage the demands of a busyenvironment with a high caseload and support junior colleagues in also meeting demands.

Engage in educational programmes and facilitate ward-based projects to advance personaland team professional development.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• RMH Certificate in Intravenous Drug Administration or to be obtained within three months of appointment

Desirable

• Qualification in oncology or speciality
• Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent)
• Recognised teaching qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in intravenous drug administration
• Sufficient post registration nursing experience in oncology or speciality to be confident and competent in using the required skills to do the job

Desirable

• Experience in chemotherapy administration
• Experience in Clinical Management
• Evidence of relevant teaching experience Knowledge and understanding of clinical trials management

Skills Abilities/Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of effective interpersonal skills with particular ability to liaise with multidisciplinary team members
• Evidence of working cooperatively in a team
• Ability to demonstrate self-motivation (working with minimal supervision)
• Ability to work accurately and reliably under pressure
• Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise
• Evidence of commitment to customer care initiatives
• Knowledge and understanding of quality issues
• Ability to coordinate as shift/department

Desirable

• Experience in oncology or area of specialty Desirable Application Form /
• Venepuncture and/or cannulation skills Desirable Application Form /
• Evidence of understanding of the NHS Plan and current NHS issues
• omputer Literacy (e.g. use of Microsoft Word and Outlook)

Person Specification
Education/Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• RMH Certificate in Intravenous Drug Administration or to be obtained within three months of appointment

Desirable

• Qualification in oncology or speciality
• Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent)
• Recognised teaching qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in intravenous drug administration
• Sufficient post registration nursing experience in oncology or speciality to be confident and competent in using the required skills to do the job

Desirable

• Experience in chemotherapy administration
• Experience in Clinical Management
• Evidence of relevant teaching experience Knowledge and understanding of clinical trials management

Skills Abilities/Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of effective interpersonal skills with particular ability to liaise with multidisciplinary team members
• Evidence of working cooperatively in a team
• Ability to demonstrate self-motivation (working with minimal supervision)
• Ability to work accurately and reliably under pressure
• Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise
• Evidence of commitment to customer care initiatives
• Knowledge and understanding of quality issues
• Ability to coordinate as shift/department

Desirable

• Experience in oncology or area of specialty Desirable Application Form /
• Venepuncture and/or cannulation skills Desirable Application Form /
• Evidence of understanding of the NHS Plan and current NHS issues
• omputer Literacy (e.g. use of Microsoft Word and Outlook)

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

Chelsea

SW3 6JJ

United Kingdom

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