Job overview

Haematology and Oncology Day Unit

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our dynamic and fast paced Haematology Day Unit Team.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals, with a genuine interest in haematological conditions including haematological malignancies, who are willing to learn and have a desire to develop within their role.

You will be required to manage your own workload as well as becoming an integral part of our established team.

We can offer an array of continuous practice development opportunities such as apheresis training, chemotherapy administration training and a wide variety of specialist clinical skills.

This is a permanent position; the unit opening hours are currently Monday-Friday 0845-1645. Please note this may be subject to chance as the service demands/develops.

Main duties of the job

Supporting patients throughout their treatment journey to manage any symptoms and optimise their holistic well-being. 

Working alongside the multi-disciplinary team to plan, implement and evaluate safe and effective care. 

Recognising and appropriately responding to patients who are acutely unwell.

Gain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of clinical test parameters and the appropriate interventions required.

To support students during clinical placements- identifying learning needs and opportunities.

To practice within the scope of the NMC Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives and nursing associates at all times. 

Be prepared to work flexibly and to the needs of the service.

Working for our organisation

Working for Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust will provide you with lots of opportunity to develop your skills and further your career. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre and North Lancashire.

As a Trust we are committed to:

  • Developing new roles and ways of working to ensure a flexible and innovative approach to staff.
  • Real equality of opportunity.
  • Continual development and learning for staff.
  • Achieving a work life balance

    • We are committed to the effective recruitment, retention and development for our employees, which is why we offer a great working environment, an attractive range of benefits and excellent opportunities for training and development.

    The Trust is accredited as a disability Confident employer. That means we recognise our obligations to ensure people with disabilities are afforded equal opportunity to enter employment and progress if and where possible.

    Detailed job description and main responsibilities

    Please ensure that you have read the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application. 

    Person specification

    Qualifications

    Essential criteria

  • Registered Nurse (1st or 2nd Level)
  • Willingness to undertake teaching and assessing qualification
  • Willingness to undertake study in relevant speciality subject

    • Desirable criteria

  • Post Registration qualification
  • Mentorship Qualification

    • Experience and Skills

    Essential criteria

  • Ability to teach peers within clinical area
  • Evidence of continuous professional development
  • Basic I.T. skills
  • Basic Life Support

    • Desirable criteria

  • Venepuncture & Cannulation skills
  • Experience in haematology and oncology
  • Experience of team and ward management

    • Management

    Essential criteria

  • Team Player & Team Leadership qualities
  • Good time management
  • Communicate at all levels

    • Personal

    Essential criteria

  • Ability to establish priorities The ability to communicate effectively in English
  • Assertiveness
  • Decision maker
  • Problem solver
  • Lateral thinker
  • The ability to communicate effectively in English