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Job overview

On Ward 12 we are looking for a caring, compassionate and motivated individual to join our team. Ward 12 is an acute medical Oncology ward, which specialises in complex chemotherapy regimens, based within one of the leading cancer centres in Europe. On Ward 12 we are committed in the investment of excellent individuals who want to be part of an organisation that is dedicated to providing the most advanced cancer care. We are committed in the provision of exemplary patient care and this is demonstrated in our collaborative team approach.

We are a 28 bedded ward, which is comprised of open bays and side rooms. We care for a variety of different disease groups. This provides an array of exposure, broadens knowledge, and expertise within the field of oncology. We treat patients with a full range of diagnostic, inpatient, and treatment needs. Alongside administering complex chemotherapy regimens, we also support patients during their treatment with the symptoms and side effects of treatment. We care for palliative patients providing symptom control and also end-of-life care.

If you are a passionate, dedicated and caring individual who wants to progress within cancer care, this job could be for you!

Main duties of the job

As a Staff Nurse you will be responsible for meeting the medical, physical and emotional needs of our patients; ensuring effective communication is practiced with patients and their families at all times.

We ensure that you are prepared to start your career with us by offering you an 8-week supernumerary period where you are closely supported by a clinical practice facilitator and you will also have a designated sister/charge nurse alongside for your added guidance as we value your wellbeing and progression. This period enables you to have the knowledge and skill to deliver exceptional care that every patient deserves.

The role as staff nurse on Ward 12 includes:

-       Managing acutely unwell patients

-       Provide specialist oncological nursing interventions

-       Recognise deterioration in patients’ condition at an early stage

-       Keen to progress within cancer care and undertake specialist training within the role, such as standardised chemotherapy training (UKONs)

-       Providing Palliative and End of Life Care

-       Patient education

-       Liaising with the MDT and being the patients advocate

-       Effectively communicating with patient and relatives

-       Clear, accurate documentation

-       Pro-active team player

-       Keeping up to date with current guidance and implementing evidence-based practice

Working for our organisation

The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.

We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years.

We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.