Oncology/Haematology Lead Nurse/Matron

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Chemotherapy Nurse leader to join the Cancer and Associated (CAS) Division at Nottingham University Hospitals.


As a strong leader the post holder will work within the CAS Division to identify and lead on projects within chemotherapy services in a variety of specialities that will improve clinical outcomes for patients.


The individual will be expected to work closely with key stakeholders across the Trust to lead on the strategic nursing development and implementation of a high quality, safe and effective systemic anti-cancer therapy service.


You will need to be a senior chemotherapy trained nurse with oncological or haematological experience and excellent communication and leadership skills along with the ability to lead and influence change projects as well as regularly working clinically in a variety of chemotherapy giving areas across NUH.
Lead on the strategic development and implementation of a high quality, safe and effective systemic anti-cancer therapy service the post holder will work closely with key stakeholders across the Trust in order to achieve this. Take specific responsibility for identifying and leading projects within chemotherapy services across the Trust that will improve clinical outcomes for patients and develop new models of care.


The post holder will be an experienced chemotherapy trained nurse, registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, able to practice at a senior level and with a strong desire to lead on the clinical governance elements of the chemotherapy service at NUH. A forward thinking, enthusiastic and conscientious team player able to prioritise workloads, and use your own initiative to engage with a wide range of clinical and non- clinical colleagues to develop an equitable, standardised high quality chemotherapy service within NUH, the community and the East Midlands Network.
Contribute to the identification and management of organisational risk by providing expert advice to the organisation on the impacts of legislation, policy and statutory guidance


Through partnerships with key stakeholders establish and support the delivery of new models of care for SACT in line with national and local priorities for cancer care.


Gather, analyse, interpret and present extensive and or complex data andinformation to facilitate service development and contribute to service planning, commissioning and delivery.


Enhance chemotherapy nursing within NUH and develop this role to strengthen nursing leadership within chemotherapy services across the Trust.


Demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills in intravenous access, the management of central venous catheters, cannulation and chemotherapy delivery, including the management of anaphylaxis, extravasation and cytotoxic spillage.


Act in an expert role promoting development of advanced nursing as a role model.


Have an appreciation of national and international standards and advise on shaping of services to meet local need.


Network across organisational boundaries and be proactive in establishingappropriate relationships and partnerships to positively influence healthcare delivery within both secondary and primary care.


Actively contribute to practice by publishing and disseminating developments in chemotherapy and patient care. Provide leadership for the provision of appropriate SACT education and training across the Trust.


In conjunction with the Clinical Educators across the trust, identify learning needs of nurses working within chemotherapy delivery. Support professionals to develop their skills in assessment and early intervention actions to reduce harm from SACT delivery.


Initiate new programmes of education and training to facilitate changes in practice and develop roles in relation to SACT


Lead and contribute to national and local forums to share best practice and ensure evidence based practice.


Provide information, advice, education and training for patients and theirrelatives/carers, including the development of specific patient information literature and health promotion campaigns.


Policy/Governance


Ensure the delivery of chemotherapy services across the Trust complies with national policy and national standards including the National QualitySurveillance programme via attendance and participation at the Chemotherapy strategy group and Chemocare Governance Group.


Initiate, develop monitor and continually review and evaluate organisational strategies, policies and procedures to ensure that they remain current and responsive to the needs of the service users and staff.Support the Lead Clinicians in the preparation, monitoring and work programme for chemotherapy aligned to the National Quality Surveillance Programme indicators.


Oversees and monitors the quality and timeliness of nursing care in accordance with relevant professional standards.


Lead the development of benchmarking initiatives relating to chemotherapy and contribute to the Trust's Clinical Governances Agenda.


Ensure that current risk assessments relating to SACT are monitored, updated, and communicated appropriately.


Monitor chemotherapy related incidents on Datix, highlight areas of concern and advise on any actions required as appropriate.


Maintain existing, and develop new links with existing partnerships ie Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.


Supports patients and staff in handling complaints and works to ensure early resolution of concerns.


Encourage communication with patients, visitors and staff and throughobservations of practice and monitoring of standards ensure the maintenance of an optimal environment for patient care.


Represents and provides nursing expertise and advice to business and operational discussions meetings and forums.


Lead Quality Improvement initiatives working with MDTs across the organisation.


Advise and lead on the delivery of new and novel therapies including immunotherapy in collaboration with the wider team.


Represents and provides nursing expertise and advice to business and operational discussions meetings and forums.


Instigate practice changes in response to performance analysis and evaluate their effectiveness.


Work alongside senior nursing colleagues to maintain and improve standards of patient safety, quality and performance in line with divisional and trust priorities


Partake in the CAS senior nursing rota for completion of audits and dashboards


Work flexibly to support the CAS matron team with operational duties if the demands of the division warrant additional senior nursing leadership


Actively promote and lead on nursing research relating to SACT within Oncology and haematology department.


Lead on regular audit of the chemotherapy service and present findings to relevant forums within Care Group and/or Division.


Training and Qualifications
1st level registered nurse with current registration with NMC
~1st level degree in Nursing or Health related subject
~ Chemotherapy trained practitioner
~ Formal leadership and management training


Masters level degree in Nursing or Health related subject


Recent comprehensive experience of caring for patients undergoing all aspects of oncological and or haematological treatments especially single agent immunotherapy and targeted therapy agents

Evidence of project outcomes


Planning and organisation skills
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts