Chemotherapy Nurse
Job Description
Job summary
By joining us a "Chemotherapy Nurse"you will not only be delivering high quality 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 will be part of an ambitious team, empowering each patient by offering personalised support. While based in Belfast, you will travel throughout a regional area, delivering specialist treatment and making a real 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 tumour chemotherapy treatments, as defined in the patient's care plan whilst sustaining professional standards. Be an ambassador for delivering patient focused care, offering quality nursing that is tailored to the patients' needs. Allclinical data will be documented, and adverse drug events reported via the correct protocol. Long lasting relationships will be built with patient's, carers and stakeholders to aide and support treatment andrecovery. Up to date knowledge is maintained and demonstrated, ensuring any gaps in clinical competency are addressed, whilst staying compliant with all business policies and procedures.
A full UK driving licence is essential as regional travel will be required to visit patients at home.
What do we offer our people?
We work hard to make sure colleagues feel motivated, developed, and recognised for the great work they do. Additional to the salary of we also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Company car or car allowance £4887.50
NMC fees paid for
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Contribution based pension scheme
Employee benefits platform (retailer discounts and much more)
Life insurance
Private medical insurance (after qualifying period)
Refer a friend scheme
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Annual company event
Yearly pay reviews
About us
Sciensus is a life sciences business specialising in patient access, engagement and insight solutions.We provide healthcare to patients with long-term conditions, rare diseases and cancer. For 30 years, weve supported patients to access the life-changing treatment they need, in the comfort and convenience of their own homes across the UK and Europe. Today, we combine our clinical experience from over 70 million patient interactions with the latest technology to help over 200,000 patients a year make the most of their medicine.
So, using unparalleled insights, we connect with people powerfully and personally, focusing on their unique needs, empowering them to achieve their goals, and supporting them every step of the way.
Sciensus is a place that values difference and promotes respect. We are committed to the fair treatment of all candidates, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability.
We actively promote equality for all, welcome applications from a wide range of candidates and select interviewees based on skills, qualifications, and experience. Sciensus takes equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our colleagues seriously, which could include flexible working. We also support with any reasonable adjustments required. Please talk to us during the application process to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may require.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now and become a part of Sciensus.
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 e.g. 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 e.g. 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 I.V. 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
0
Direct Report units
0
Indirect Report units
0
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered general nurse
- Qualified in administering Cytotoxic drugs,
- Cannulate and have experience undertaking clinical assessments
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Sciensus Pharma Services Limited
Address
Sciensus
Regional Role
Belfast
BT11 9DT
Employer's website
https://www.sciensus.com/careers/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
