{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nRotational Staff Nurse with The Christie NHS Foundation Trust in Manchester, United Kingdom\n\n Detailed job description and main responsibilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Professional 1. As part of the ward team help achieve and maintain a high standard of patient care. 2. Welcome patients and introduce them to the ward routine. 3. Undertake the nursing care of patients, ensuring privacy & dignity is maintained whilst being aware of physical and psychological needs. 4. To be aware of the needs of relatives, and to give them support and advice. Take individual responsibility for the nursing care of a group of patients, as a registered nurse. 6. To participate in the rehabilitation of patients and give relatives any necessary instructions. 7. Ensure that prescribed drugs and treatments are given correctly and in accordance with the Hospital Procedure and Policy, and work within NMC guidelines. 8. To follow the procedure when notifying relatives of seriously ill patients and those who have died. 9. To liaise with medical and para-medical personnel and community organisations. 10. To participate in internal rotation to night duty as required. 11. Regularly attend team meetings to remain updated regarding changes within the ward, and within the Trust. Manage and supervise the department in the absence of senior staff. 13. Provide a supportive role within the ward for nursing, medical and clerical Staff. 14. To give a clear and accurate update at change of duties and ensure accurate documentation of nursing interventions. 15. To participate in the emergency/continuing care of patients and give any necessary instructions, including transfer information. 16. Participate in nursing procedures appropriate to the ward. 17. Support and assist in the induction/training of junior staff/Health Care Assistant's acting as mentor to designated staff. 18. Be able to act as ward co-ordinator and ensure the safe and timely through put of patients, liaising closely with admission staff, medical staff and other wards. 19. To consult with medical and para medical personnel and community organisations. 20. To highlight areas of improvement/development within the department and undertake relevant projects. 21. To participate in ward/unit/Trust initiatives i.e. Productive Ward. 22. To function as support for other ward nurses in relation to acute emergency care. 23. Safely escort patients to other areas, and act as an escort for patients during transfer to other departments/hospitals as required. 24. Assist in the provision of meals/refreshments for patients whilst meeting their nutritional needs. 25. Assist in the general housekeeping duties of the ward. 26. Help to maintain a safe environment and report faults/risks etc to the nurse in charge. 27. Liaise with staff members responsible for stores/stationery and ordering and assist in the maintenance of stock levels. 28. Handle patient's personal possessions, and ensure cash and valuables kept securely as per policy. 29. Correct care and custody of controlled drugs and aid the safe storage of medicines, in line with Trust Policies. 30. Assist medical staff with procedures. 31. Conduct certain procedures such as venepuncture, cannulation and the administration of Chemotherapy, and be prepared to learn new skills relevant to the role. 32. To cross cover other wards within unit, to ensure adequate staff cover over both wards, when required EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT 1. To be responsible for own personal development and for maintaining a personal development plan. 2. To complete the departments preceptor pack, and departments training packs. 3. Complete Principles and Practice of Intravenous Skills Programme and Cannulation Skills Training and update annually. 4. Annually attend all mandatory study days as per Trust and unit guidance. Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria RGN Level 1 Degree or Diploma in Healthcare Studies Desirable criteria Post Graduate certificate in cancer care / oncology Post graduate certificate in teaching and assessing Experience Essential criteria Experience of caring for Oncology/Palliative care patients Desirable criteria Previous experiance post qualifying experience in a Medical or Oncology setting Skills Essential criteria Good communication skills Ability to deliver high standard of nursing care Computer literacy Understanding need for evidence-based practice Desirable criteria Venepuncture Cannulation Tracheostomy Care Knowledge Essential criteria Committed to undertake period of preceptorship Participate in own personal and professional development Trust values Essential criteria Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours The closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants. We want to ensure that everyone who works at the Christie or uses our services is welcomed, valued and treated with dignity and respect. The Christie values diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all and fair representation across the organisation at all levels. In support of these commitments, we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority people and people with disabilities for this post. Appointment will be only on merit. We are committed to creating a balanced and diverse workforce. As such we welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Together we will foster inclusion and tackle inequity and health inequalities in cancer care. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy All positions within the Christie are subject to the receipt of satisfactory written references, medical clearance and evidence of your Right to Work in the UK. Some roles will require a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Please note if you are successfully appointed to a post with this Trust, you will be required to pay for your own DBS Disclosure. By applying for this post you are agreeing to The Christie NHS Foundation Trust transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system. If you are offered a job information will also be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system. Please note, all communication regarding your application will be made via email, please ensure you check your junk/spam folders as emails are sometimes filtered there. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, I regret that on this occasion your application will have been unsuccessful. The Inter-Authority Transfer (IAT) process is a critical and beneficial component of ESR and will form part of the recruitment process. In the event that you are successful following interview your previous NHS employment data, if applicable will be transferred from your current / most recent employer. Overseas candidates wishing to apply for this position and who would require immigration sponsorship, may wish to self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the post on the UKVI website. You should be aware the Trust operates a No Smoking Policy and therefore employees are not permitted to smoke at work. Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Documents to download Job Description & Person Specification (PDF, 280.4KB) The Christie Values and Behaviours (PDF, 919.5KB) Strategy Brochure (PDF, 1.0MB) Trust Membership - Christie Talent (PDF, 23.0KB) Travel to The Christie (PDF, 3.8MB) "}