Sister/Charge Nurse Haematology and Oncology Day Unit

Job summary
We are looking for a highly motivated, innovative, forward thinking nurse who possess' the leadership qualities to manage and support our busy haematology day unit. You will provide expert clinical knowledge and judgment for our staff and patients.

You will be expected to co-ordinate the unit safely and effectively and be willing to have a "hands on" approach in providing high quality care, whilst being visible and approachable on the unit at all times.

This is a permanent position and you will be supported by the unit manager and clinical matron.

Main duties of the job
To assist in the safe co-ordination of the Haematology Day Unit

To be a senior chemotherapy nurse, supporting junior members of the team.

To assist with managerial duties

To supervise and assess students and junior band 5 nurses.

1. The patient and patients are always put first
2. That in all issues, the patient/patients requirements are met and all staff contribute fully to achieving the Trust's corporate goals and objective

About us
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.

As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents - it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live . In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.

Job responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities:
A. MANAGING ACTIVITIES
A2. Manage activities to meet requirements

• 2.1 Ensure all policies are implemented and information disseminated to the clinical team.
• 2.2 Maintain a healthy, safe and productive work environment
• 2.3 Ensure products and services meet quality requirements
• 2.4 Adhere to the Trusts policies, procedures and guidelines
• 2.5 The post holder must comply with all relevant policies, procedures and training on infection prevention and control.
• 2.6 Ensure all clinical staff attend annual mandatory updates and maintain records of attendance.

A3 Manage activities to meet patients requirements

• 3.1 Assess and agree patients requirements
• 3.2 Plan activities to meet patients requirements

A3. Manage services within designated scope of authority

• 3.1 Agree service requirements with Ward Manager /Matron.
• 3.2 Identify, plan and amend service requirements in consultation with relevant stakeholders.
• 3.3 Maintain a healthy, safe and productive working environment in line with legal, organisational and Nursing & Midwifery Council requirements.
• 3.4 Monitor the quality of nursing services and the products used.
• 3.5 Ensure that all policy and procedure relating to infection prevention and control is implemented.

A5. Manage change in work methods and practice that will improve the standards of care for patients

• 5.1 Identify opportunities for improvements in nursing practice as highlighted through evidence and research-based practice.
• 5.2 Agree the introduction of change.
• 5.3 Plan the implementation of changes in work methods and practice.
• 5.4 Evaluate the impact of changes on standards of patient care.

B. MANAGE RESOURCES
B1. Support the efficient use of resources

• 1.1 Make recommendations for the use of resources.
• 1.2 Contribute to the control of resources.

B2. Manage the use of physical resources in consultation with Matron/Sisters/Charge Nurses, to ensure a cost-effective service is provided

• 2.1 Plan the use of physical resources.
• 2.2 Support the deployment of physical resources.
• 2.3 Obtain resources, staff and non-staff.
• 2.4 Ensure availability of supplies.
• 2.5 Maintain the supply of physical resources.
• 2.6 Monitor compliance against budget in conjunction with Matron.

B3. Manage the use of financial resources

• 3.1 Control expenditure against budgets in consultation with the Ward Manager.

C. MANAGE THE TEAM AND INDIVIDUALS IN THE TEAM
C2. Develop and maintain good communication skills e.g.
Imparting complex and at times sensitive information, acknowledging barriers to understanding.

C3. Maintain and develop own competence and expertise. To act as a role model and comply with the NMC statutory regulations at all times

• 3.1 Continuously develop your own knowledge and skills, particularly in relation to evidence-based practice.
• 3.2 Prioritise work to meet personal and organisational objectives.
• 3.3 Maintain clinical skills relevant to speciality e.g., venepuncture and cannulation, Advanced Life support.

C5. Develop productive working relationships

• 5.1 Develop the trust and support of colleagues and team members.
• 5.2 Develop the trust and support of your manager.
• 5.3 Minimise interpersonal conflict.

C6. Develop and maintain productive working relationships to ensure a high standard of patient care

• 6.1 Enhance the trust and support of senior staff.
• 6.2 Provide guidance on values and behavior at work.
• 6.3 Enhance the trust and support of colleagues and the multi-disciplinary team.

C8. Contribute to the selection of personnel for activities

• 8.1 Identify clinical staff who require Trust updates.
• 8.2 Identify individual training needs with the clinical team.

C10. Support the team and the individuals in the team to develop and maintain performance

• 10.1 Ensure preceptorship/mentorship exists for qualified, unqualified and student nurse.
• 10.2 Contribute to the educational and skill enhancement of individual team members.
• 10.3 Assist in the clinical training and development of team members.
• 10.4 Provide ongoing support to team members regarding individual learning and development needs.
• 10.5 Assess the development of teams and individuals, ensuring practitioners are competent.
• 10.6 Provide feedback to individuals on their performance and development.
• 10.7 Promote a multi professional team approach to patient care.

C13. Manage the performance of teams and individuals

• 13.1 Agree objectives and work plans with teams and individuals.
• 13.2 Assess the performance of teams and individuals through the annual appraisal process. Amend objectives and work plans.

C14. Delegate work to others

• 14.1 Delegate responsibility and authority to others.
• 14.2 Agree objectives for delegated work.
• 14.3 Provide advice and support for delegated work.
• 14.4 Promote and protect delegated work and those who carry it out.

C16. Deal with poor performance in the team

• 16.1 Support team members who have problems affecting their clinical/professional performance.
• 16.2 Highlight any issues/problems to the Ward Manager and Clinical Matron to ensure appropriate action is carried out.

D. MANAGE INFORMATION
D1. Manage information for action

• 1.1 Gather required information
• 1.2 Inform and advise others

D2. Facilitate meetings

• 2.1 Lead meetings
• 2.2 Make contributions to meetings
• 2.3 Attend the Practice Development committee meetings on a monthly basis, ensuring information is disseminated to the unit.

D4. Provide information to support decision making

• 4.1 Obtain information for decision-making both manual and computerized
• 4.2 Record and store information
• 4.3 Analyse information to support decision making
• 4.4 Advise and inform others
• 4.5 Conduct investigations into patient complaints and clinical incidents, providing analysis and recommendations

F. QUALITY MANAGEMENT
F1. Promote the importance and benefits of quality

• 1.1 Promote the importance of quality in the organisations strategy.
• 1.2 Promote quality throughout the organisation and its client and supplier network.
• 1.3 Comply with the Trusts Patient and Public Involvement Strategy to ensure the involvement of patients and carers in the planning of their care and services

F2. Provide advice and support for the development and implementation of quality policies

• 2.1 Provide advice and support for the development of strategies to implement quality policies across multidisciplinary teams and the Health Economy where appropriate
• 2.2 Provide advice and support for the assessment of processes and working environments
• 2.3 Provide advice and support for the development of measurement systems.
• 2.4 Provide advice and support for the collection, analysis and

F6. Monitor compliance with all quality systems applicable within your area

• 6.1 Plan to audit quality systems
• 6.2 Implement the audit plans
• 6.3 Report on compliance with quality systems
• 6.4 Provide advice and support for the development of plans to improve quality systems e.g. Essence of Care standards that impact upon the multi-disciplinary team.

F7. Carry out quality audits as requested

• 7.1 Audit compliance with quality systems
• 7.2 Develop and implement action plans in response to findings of audit activity

Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential

• Registered Nurse (1st Level)
• Diploma
• Teaching & assessing qualification
• Chemotherapy training

Desirable

• Leadership course
• Degree/working towards

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential

• Substantial post registration experience.
• Teaching within clinical area
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Experience of regularly managing a clinical area and clinical team
• Experience of clinical audit and research

Desirable

• Experience of change management

PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential

• Ability to set & establish priorities

Desirable

• Ability to produce and manage an effective staff rota.

PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential

• Team Player & Team Leadership Qualities
• Assertiveness
• Excellent time management
• Good I.T. skills
• Decision maker
• Communicate at all levels
• Lateral thinker and problem solver
• Management of change

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.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address
Blackpool Victoria Hospital
Whinney Heys Road, Blackpool
Blackpool
FY38NR
United Kingdom

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Employer contact details
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Ward Manager
Gemma Jebson,
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