Job summary
We are currently seeking a highly motivated nurse to join our nurse led unit as an IV infusions Nurse at Viking Day Unit, QEQM Hospital, Margate. This is a 12 month fixed term Maternity Cover post.
Viking Day Unit is a warm and welcoming unit within the base of the QEQM Hospital. The Viking Day Unit team is relatively small, but this job gives the opportunity to work closely with many different roles within the multidisciplinary team, and form close working relationships, all pulling together to get the best for our patient group. We provide full in-house training, both practical, in the form of nurse educators, and mentors, but also theoretical, with regular teaching sessions, and innovative use of google classrooms, an on-line, educational platform.
Main duties of the job
The post has been developed to offer the opportunity to develop professionally with the aim of becoming a competent, knowledgeable infusions nurse within the haemto-oncology units, able to give holistic care to the patient and their family throughout their course of treatment. The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care in which they are competent, without direct supervision and may be required to supervise and support the training of both qualified and unqualified staff. This post is not a part of the chemotherapy development nurse pathway, but will offer an opportunity to support the out-patient unit staff with less complex infusions and regimes.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting document'. If you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse for minimum 6 months
- Demonstrates patient focused approach
Desirable
- Previous experience at band 5 within speciality
- Degree in Nursing
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Competent in administration of Intravenous medication
- Competent in administration of Oral Medication
Desirable
- Competent in cannulation and venepuncture
- SACT competent
Personal/Professional Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to develop good working relationships with other team members
Desirable
- Able to work autonomously
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queen Elizabeth Queen Mother Hospital
St Peters Road
Margate
CT9 4AN