Chemotherapy Nurse

Job summary

By joiningus a Chemotherapy Nurse you will not only be delivering highquality care you will be the face of Sciensus with increased job satisfaction,by being able to give holistic one to one care within the patients own home.

You willbe part of an ambitious team, empowering each patient by offering personalisedsupport. While based in Milton Keynes, you willtravel throughout a regional area, delivering specialist treatment and making areal difference in peoples lives every day.Join us and make a real difference in people's lives every day.

Main duties of the job

You will administer a range of haematological and solid tumourchemotherapy treatments, as defined in the patient's care plan whilstsustaining professional standards. Be anambassador for delivering patient focused care, offering quality nursing thatis tailored to the patients' needs.Allclinical data will be documented, and adverse drug eventsreported via the correct protocol. Longlasting relationships will be built with patient's, carers and stakeholders toaide and support treatment andrecovery.Up to date knowledge is maintained and demonstrated, ensuring any gapsin clinical competency are addressed, whilst staying compliant with allbusiness policies and procedures.

A full UKdriving licence is essential as regional travel will be required to visitpatients at home.

This allsounds great - What key skills do I need to apply:

Registeredgeneral nurse Qualifiedin administering Cytotoxic drugs, Cannulate and have experience undertaking clinicalassessments.

What do we offer our people?

We work hard to make sure colleaguesfeel motivated, developed, and recognised for the great work they do.Additional to a salary of we also offer a comprehensive benefitspackage, including:

Companycar or car allowance £

NMCfees paid for

25days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributionbased pension scheme

Employeebenefits platform

Privatemedical insurance (after qualifying period)

About us

Sciensus is a life sciences businessspecialising in patient access, engagement and insight solutions.Weprovide healthcare to patients with long-term conditions, rare diseases andcancer. For 30 years, weve supported patients to access the life-changingtreatment they need, in the comfort and convenience of their own homes acrossthe UK and Europe. Today, we combine our clinical experience from over 70million patient interactions with the latest technology to help over 200,000patients a year make the most of their medicine.

So, using unparalleled insights, we connect with people powerfully andpersonally, focusing on their unique needs, empowering them to achieve theirgoals, and supporting them every step of the way.

Sciensusis a place that values difference and promotes respect. We are committed to thefair treatment of all candidates, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexualorientation, age or disability.

Weactively promote equality for all, welcome applications from a wide range ofcandidates and select interviewees based on skills, qualifications, andexperience. Sciensus takes equal opportunities and improving the working livesof our colleagues seriously, which could include flexible working. We alsosupport with any reasonable adjustments required. Please talk to us during theapplication process to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may require.

Ready to makea difference? Apply now and become a part of Sciensus.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title

Specialist Chemotherapy Nurse

Reports To

Clinical Services Manager

Scope

UK

Department

Clinical

Job Family

Clinical Services

Grade

Sciensus 6 AON 5 WTW P3-12

Behavioural

Competency Level

Our Mission

To give patients control of their health through knowledge, choice, convenience, and connection.

Your Job Family Purpose

Roles in this family require people to be qualified (fully or working towards) healthcare professionals who are responsible for designing and delivering a range of health and care services and advice to patients (face to face, by telephone or by developing written materials for patient and customer portals / apps)

Your Role Purpose

To work in conjunction with assigned designated hospitals/centres to deliver patient education and support to patients receiving oncology therapies. To education and deliver on other IV therapies are required. To deliver services in a customer focused, patient centric manner than optimises therapeutic benefit, maximises adherence to treatment and provides a positive patient experience, whilst complying with relevant quality and contractual requirements.

Our Values

Your Key Deliverables

Undertake a clinical assessment of patients needs. Conduct training interaction(s) to ensure patient and/or carer are able to safely self-medicate relevant oncology medications oral tablets. This will include making patient aware of service, how to administer medication, how to store, highlighting side effects and what to do or who to contact should they arise. Provide on-going support to patients through the combination of support programmes to include telephone, clinic-based and home visits as per product and client protocols. Assess patients home environment to ensure it is suitable for home IV oncology treatment including ensuring the environment is safe and secure, has working means of communication telephone and will be a safe environment for nurses to work. Complete line care for all IV oncology patients, ensuring lines are clean and clear. Change dressings and provide advice on caring for lines to patients and care givers. Administer all IV Oncology medications for all patients undergoing IV cancer treatment. Check blood results and made decisions on whether critical levels are within safe parameters to continue with treatment. Liaise with referring consultants on any concerns around treatment or if patient is too unwell to receive medication. Complete blood transfusions with patients or arrange suitably qualified nurse to visit patient to deliver transfusions.

Our Regulatory Responsibilities

Adhere to (CQC/ GDP/NMC/GPHC / ICO) standards relevant to role

Chair / Attend all relevant committees aligned to remit of the role

Be aware of all responsibilities relating to Infection Prevention and Control

Your Skills and Knowledge

RGN part 1 NMC Register Chemotherapy delivery qualification Experience in administering oncology medication, either in hospital or community environment Experience of undertaking clinical assessments and administering sub-cutaneous injections Experience in the care of IV devices and administration of IV therapies Clinical skills required include clinical assessment, administering injections, administering chemotherapy, cannulation and phlebotomy skills. Strong understanding of therapies relevant to service offering, including NHS knowledge relating to the management of patients with treated conditions

Your Accountability

Size of the unit

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Direct Report units

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Indirect Report units

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Registered general nurse Qualified in administering Cytotoxic drugs, Cannulate and have experience undertaking clinical assessments

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