Haematology Sister

Job summary

A rare and exciting development opportunity has arisen for an individual to work within the Haematology Inpatient Unit for a 6 month period.

We are looking to appoint a Band 6 Ward Sister / Charge Nurse for a 12 bedded specialist haematology and chemotherapy inpatient Ward. The post holder will need specialist knowledge in regards to haematological malignancies and ideally be competent in chemotherapy administration and able to initiate any emergency treatments as necessary.

Main duties of the job

As Band 6 ward sister / charge nurse on the Haematology Inpatient ward you will need to have an understanding of complex haematological conditions, possess excellent communication skills and have an understanding of both local and national guidance relevant to the speciality, including an awareness and exposure to research.

Within this role, the successful applicant will demonstrate excellent clinical leadership and communication skills and will be responsible for supporting the unit manager with the co-ordination of the service.

He/she must be an experienced Haemato-Oncology Nurse who is proficient in all aspects of chemotherapy administration and patient education. They must possess an expert level of knowledge and skills in all areas of IV administration and be expert in Cannulation and Venepuncture

About us

DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.

It is our goal to give those who join Team DBTH the tools and opportunities to grow their career, it's our pledge to help you Develop , Belong and Thrive , Here .

As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.

We offer a range of benefits to support our people including: o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.

Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Proven experience at Band 5 Scope roles relevant to speciality - including administration of chemotherapy Evidence of ward/dept management as nurse in charge Development of knowledge and skills in speciality

Desirable

Experience of carrying out and monitoring PDA process

Qualifications / Training

Essential

RN with current registration Up to date knowledge of professional issues Demonstrate professional post-registration development

Desirable

Post Registration specialist courses Participation in management development courses. Degree qualification Advanced communication skills course

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

Demonstrate good verbal communication skills with multidisciplinary team/clients/relatives Demonstrate the ability to deliver educational and clinical skills training Precise and methodical working practice and demonstrate ability to work and manage the ward day to day unsupervised

Desirable

Demonstrate knowledge of dealing with conflict supporting staff through mechanisms such as clinical supervision.

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