Senior Staff Nurse (Oncology / Haematology) - UK based in London - Full Time offering salary up to £37,000 plus benefits package
Senior Staff Nurse required to join an inpatient oncology / haematology specialist ward based in London. The successful Senior Staff Nurse will be responsible for assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating high standard of nursing care throughout patient treatment. As such, this position requires someone with extensive experience within an inpatient ward, specialising in Oncology.
As the Senior Staff Nurse you will work within the oncology team supervising and directing more junior staff and deputizing for the Sister in their absence. This involves the provision of specialist nursing advice and support in a caring and comfortable environment, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to maintain the highest standards and up-to-date care to patients during their treatment. Responsibilities within the role include;
- Undertaking the first level assessment of the needs of both the patient and their relatives
- Devise appropriate plans of care involving the patient and family in decision making
- Ensure highest quality of care demonstrating competence in clinical practice
- Ensure adherence to regulations, policies and guidelines
- Record, monitor and interpret patient's vital signs reviewing results on a regular basis
- Report to the nurse in charge appropriately, informing of any abnormal results
- Initiate change or decide upon new and complex care with appropriate supervision
- Monitor the care of a group of patients
- Liaise with consultants, managers, staff, patients, visitors; internal and external departments
- Ensure clinical standards are maintained within the unit
- Maintain a high level of clinical practice, keeping up to date with current procedures
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Staff Nurse who is committed to continuous personal development and providing excellent patient focused. For further information and to apply, please contact Natasha Hall on nhall@medicor-global.com or call +44 (0) 2392 322366
Specific requirements include;
- Registered Nurse Level 1 Haemato-Oncological / Surgical
- Recognised post-registration qualifications & experience in Oncology / Haematology / Surgical
- NMC Registration and PREP requirements
- Training and experience in the administration of Chemotherapy / Phlebotomy / IV administration
- Post registration experience within a private patient setting essential
- Knowledge of relevant hospital policies and procedures
- Ability to work well within a team and motivate others
- Ability to prioritise and delegate, working well under pressure
- Excellent patient assessment and interpersonal skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Computer literacy