Sister - TYA inManchester inManchester PUBLISHED 1 NOV 2024

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Be aware of responsibilities with regard to Health and Safety at Work Act.
Job responsibilities


Clinical



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


  • To assess and triage patients appropriately, seeking intervention from other members of the multidisciplinary team as necessary.
  • Assessment of the needs of the patient and family, ensuring provision of patient centred care which focuses on the promotion of health as well as illness.
  • Ensure accurate documentation of patient care in accordance with hospital policies and standards.
  • Maintain safe practice according to Hospital Policies and Standards.
  • Ensure all prescribed drugs and treatments are given in accordance with Hospital Policy.
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment for immuno-compromised patients.
  • Ensure that blood products are administered correctly and in accordance with Hospital Procedure and Policy.
  • Administer chemotherapy and bolus chemotherapy via established central lines and peripheral cannula in line with hospital policy and UKONS standards.
  • Liaise with external multidisciplinary teams (eg: district nurses, Macmillan nursed, hospice staff)
  • Provide a supportive service to patients and carers/families from diagnosis through all stages of the disease.
  • Monitor results and bring to the notice of appropriate medical staff if abnormal to minimise risk to patient
  • Arrange patients follow up appointment or admission dates for next course of treatments
  • Work closely with ward manager and specialist nurses to facilitate seamless transition for patients from inpatient to outpatient status (and vice versa)
  • Establish and maintain close collaboration with consultant, medical staff to facilitate the best possible patient care.


Managerial


  • To rotate through the units and coordinate day to day running of the haematology day unit and Young oncology day unit ensuring that standards of care are maintained.
  • Liaise with Senior Sisters of the department (HTDU & outpatient clinics, apheresis, YOU day unit).
  • Keep Senior Nurse Managers/Lead nurses aware of pertinent issues in the clinical area.
  • Help foster a supportive working environment and maintenance of staff morale, promoting a culture where staff feel valued and are able to reach their potential.
  • Act as preceptor/mentor to new ward staff and Pre and Post registered Nurse.
  • Work with Senior sister to ensure clinical standards of care are achieved and participate in audit of clinical care.
  • Be aware of responsibilities with regard to Health and Safety at Work Act. Maintain and develop an environment and culture that improves health, safety and security
  • Supporting the Senior sister in initiating and implementing change, and in promoting an awareness of professional accountability.
  • Supporting the senior sister when appropriate, in the recruitment and selection of new staff to the clinical area
  • Actively participate in Clinical Risk Assessments and ensure correct documentation of Clinical Incidents in accordance with Hospital Policy.
  • Lead a team of registered nurses and health care assistants.
  • Economic use of resources.


Research


  • Maintain a sound knowledge base of relevant research.
  • Assist in the application and evaluation of current research findings in order to ensure quality evidence based practice.
  • Develop research interests within the specialist field of practice.
  • Participate as required/requested in research and audit initiated by other members of the multidisciplinary team.


Education


  • Maintain own awareness of current nursing practice. Use relevant educational opportunities to maintain the highest standards and up to date care offered to patient with cancer.
  • Supervise clinical staff and disseminate knowledge and current developments. Develop oneself and others in areas of practice.
  • Participate in planned programmes of appraisal with the senior sister.
  • Ensure own learning and development needs are met.
  • Maintain own mandatory training requirements
  • Attend appropriate study days/conferences.


Professional Development


  • In consultation with the unit manager agree learning objectives designed to meet the goals of personal and professional development and undergo appropriate programmes of study.
  • Gain teaching skills by undertaking a teaching and assessing course and applying the principles in the clinical setting.
  • Accept responsibility to develop managerial skills within the clinical setting.
  • Contribute to the improvement of services.
  • Contribute to improving quality.


Personal


  • Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship
  • Show a professional and courteous manner when answering the telephone and other enquires
  • Maintain confidentiality with regard to patient information both at work and outside of working hours
  • To be aware of and adhere to all policies including; sickness and absence, confidentiality, uniform and responsibilities under the Health and Safety at work act
  • Report and record all accidents, incidents and complaints according to the agreed policy
  • To be aware of limitations and utilise the preceptor system for any issues that arise
  • To show respect for members of the team and endorse the units philosophy of giving mutual support
Job responsibilities

Clinical


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • To assess and triage patients appropriately, seeking intervention from other members of the multidisciplinary team as necessary.
  • Assessment of the needs of the patient and family, ensuring provision of patient centred care which focuses on the promotion of health as well as illness.
  • Ensure accurate documentation of patient care in accordance with hospital policies and standards.
  • Maintain safe practice according to Hospital Policies and Standards.
  • Ensure all prescribed drugs and treatments are given in accordance with Hospital Policy.
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment for immuno-compromised patients.
  • Ensure that blood products are administered correctly and in accordance with Hospital Procedure and Policy.
  • Administer chemotherapy and bolus chemotherapy via established central lines and peripheral cannula in line with hospital policy and UKONS standards.
  • Liaise with external multidisciplinary teams (eg: district nurses, Macmillan nursed, hospice staff)
  • Provide a supportive service to patients and carers/families from diagnosis through all stages of the disease.
  • Monitor results and bring to the notice of appropriate medical staff if abnormal to minimise risk to patient
  • Arrange patients follow up appointment or admission dates for next course of treatments
  • Work closely with ward manager and specialist nurses to facilitate seamless transition for patients from inpatient to outpatient status (and vice versa)
  • Establish and maintain close collaboration with consultant, medical staff to facilitate the best possible patient care.


Managerial

  • To rotate through the units and coordinate day to day running of the haematology day unit and Young oncology day unit ensuring that standards of care are maintained.
  • Liaise with Senior Sisters of the department (HTDU & outpatient clinics, apheresis, YOU day unit).
  • Keep Senior Nurse Managers/Lead nurses aware of pertinent issues in the clinical area.
  • Help foster a supportive working environment and maintenance of staff morale, promoting a culture where staff feel valued and are able to reach their potential.
  • Act as preceptor/mentor to new ward staff and Pre and Post registered Nurse.
  • Work with Senior sister to ensure clinical standards of care are achieved and participate in audit of clinical care.
  • Be aware of responsibilities with regard to Health and Safety at Work Act. Maintain and develop an environment and culture that improves health, safety and security
  • Supporting the Senior sister in initiating and implementing change, and in promoting an awareness of professional accountability.
  • Supporting the senior sister when appropriate, in the recruitment and selection of new staff to the clinical area
  • Actively participate in Clinical Risk Assessments and ensure correct documentation of Clinical Incidents in accordance with Hospital Policy.
  • Lead a team of registered nurses and health care assistants.
  • Economic use of resources.


Research

  • Maintain a sound knowledge base of relevant research.
  • Assist in the application and evaluation of current research findings in order to ensure quality evidence based practice.
  • Develop research interests within the specialist field of practice.
  • Participate as required/requested in research and audit initiated by other members of the multidisciplinary team.


Education

  • Maintain own awareness of current nursing practice. Use relevant educational opportunities to maintain the highest standards and up to date care offered to patient with cancer.
  • Supervise clinical staff and disseminate knowledge and current developments. Develop oneself and others in areas of practice.
  • Participate in planned programmes of appraisal with the senior sister.
  • Ensure own learning and development needs are met.
  • Maintain own mandatory training requirements
  • Attend appropriate study days/conferences.


Professional Development

  • In consultation with the unit manager agree learning objectives designed to meet the goals of personal and professional development and undergo appropriate programmes of study.
  • Gain teaching skills by undertaking a teaching and assessing course and applying the principles in the clinical setting.
  • Accept responsibility to develop managerial skills within the clinical setting.
  • Contribute to the improvement of services.
  • Contribute to improving quality.


Personal

  • Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship
  • Show a professional and courteous manner when answering the telephone and other enquires
  • Maintain confidentiality with regard to patient information both at work and outside of working hours
  • To be aware of and adhere to all policies including; sickness and absence, confidentiality, uniform and responsibilities under the Health and Safety at work act
  • Report and record all accidents, incidents and complaints according to the agreed policy
  • To be aware of limitations and utilise the preceptor system for any issues that arise
  • To show respect for members of the team and endorse the units philosophy of giving mutual support


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