Macmillan Acute Oncology Service Sister

1 week ago

Southampton, United Kingdom University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust Full time

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.

Main duties of the job

The Macmillan Acute Oncology Service is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated permanent Band 6. This exciting opportunity is for leaders who thrive in an emergency environment, enjoy fast-paced care, and are passionate about helping us shape the future You'll need to have skills in leadership, be forward-thinking, innovative, and capable of delegating effectively.

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service.

Job description

Job responsibilities

At UHS, we are committed to providing a flexible working environment. We believe that achieving a positive work-life balance benefits everyone. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

Were proud to have been voted in the top five acute trusts for our commitment to supporting our staff to achieve work-life balance.

UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme and life insurance.

You will have the opportunity to take courses such as:

- The Fundamentals of Cancer Care- SACT Administration- Intermediate Management Course- UKONS Triage- Cancer Care Acuity- The Fundamentals of Acute Care

The successful candidate will be joining one of the largest Acute Oncology Units in the country. Our service is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and provides front-door assessments to patients who experience side effects from cancer or its treatments. This exciting opportunity will help you develop the skills to become a UKONS telephone triage nurse, where you will triage patients over the phone and direct them to the appropriate pathways.

If you have a passion for cancer care and would like a career in helping to lead an acute admissions unit, then this is the job for you

- Provide professional nursing leadership to the team and have excellent communication skills.

- Provide high standards of care for patients, carrying out all aspects of nursing by planning, implementing, and evaluating care.

- Maintain clear and accurate records of observations and treatments, and ensure compliance with UHS policies and standards of the trust.

- Encourage effective working relationships and the development of a cohesive nursing team, working with a common philosophy.

- Stay updated with clinical developments and research findings, initiate changes that benefit the standard of care for patients, and encourage staff to do the same.

- Be skilled in high-level problem solving, organizational skills, and have a positive approach to challenges.

- Take charge of the day-to-day service and coordinate cancer care admissions and inpatient bed flow.

- Be a key member of the MAOS MDT with a common philosophy. Be part of a team dedicated to making a difference for our patients in cancer care.

- Have flexibility in shift patterns.

- Be involved in continuous learning and development with opportunities to attend courses such as the Introduction to Cancer Care, Fundamentals of Cancer Care, and SACT (Systemic Anticancer Treatments).

- Train in and manage the UKONS 24-hour emergency phoneline.

- Hold the staffing bleep for cancer care and be involved in staffing to ensure safe staffing levels.

Person Specification

Trust Values

Essential

Patients First Always Improving Working Together

Skills and competencies

Essential

Microsoft Office skills Communication Problem solving Leadership General IT skills

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma) Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality Ward management experience Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service Provide evidence of supporting / managing a range of learners in practice Experience in an acute hospital setting Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement Commitment to the post and Care Group responsibilities Commitment to continuing professional development

Desirable

Experience in handling adverse events and complaints Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed Appraisal skills Some insight into budget management

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