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Additionally, the role emphasises creating a supportive and developmental work environment while championing quality improvement initiatives. The manager will be accountable for the clinical safety of the unit, develop protocols in line with healthcare policies, and oversee the 24-hour advice line for patients. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a commitment to enhancing patient outcomes and fostering a culture of learning and collaboration within the team.
SACT/Chemotherapy - Unit manager
Are you interested in joining a stimulating environment that is committed to fulfilling the needs of it's staff as well as it's patients?
If you are, a unique opportunity has arisen for a band 7 chemotherapy nurse to join our established and dynamic Chemotherapy Nursing team at our QEH site
We specialise in solid Tumours and Haemato-oncological malignancies as well as clinical haematology.
As a service, we strive to maintain a positive and supportive working environment where staff development is a priority.
We are passionate about continually improving our services and you will be working collaboratively with the team on quality improvement.
We are seeking a motivated and committed experienced chemotherapy trained nurse to join our team as a band 7 Unit manager in the Chemotherapy day Unit QEH. This role involves cross site working between our two chemotherapy day units at UHL and QEH
The SACT/Chemotherapy Unit Manager focuses on the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care focused on improving outcomes and experiences for patients, families and carers. Nurses in this role will:
Have continuous responsibility for the SACT/Chemotherapy Unit on Macmillan Brook (QEH).
Be the key contact member for the multidisciplinary team
Provide professional leadership and line management for ateam of nursing and support staff;
Delegate work and supervise colleagues accordingly;
Assess patients, plan, implement and evaluate evidence-basedcare;
Provide expert clinical advice;
Ensure patient pathways and cancer treatments are optimally managed;
Manage budgets and resources efficiently and effectively;
To support the matron for Cancer Services and Lead SACT nurse with demand and capacity planning
Be responsible for the safety of the clinical environment;
Champion a culture of learning and quality improvement in the clinical area.
To work in collaboration with the Lead SACT Nurse/cancer matron for Cancer Services to develop protocols and pathways for the SACT/chemotherapy services in line with Quality Surveillance requirements and Department of Health policy
Have clinical oversight for the AOS advise line (24hr help line) during working hours, and be responsible for escalating clinical issues or concerns to the appropriate teams.
About us
The SACT/Chemotherapy Unit Manager focuses on the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care focused on improving outcomes and experiences for patients, families and carers. Nurses in this role will:
Have continuous responsibility for the SACT/Chemotherapy Unit on Macmillan Brook (QEH).
Be the key contact member for the multidisciplinary team
Provide professional leadership and line management for ateam of nursing and support staff;
Delegate work and supervise colleagues accordingly;
Assess patients, plan, implement and evaluate evidence-basedcare;
Provide expert clinical advice;
Ensure patient pathways and cancer treatments are optimally managed;
Manage budgets and resources efficiently and effectively;
To support the matron for Cancer Services and Lead SACT nurse with demand and capacity planning
Be responsible for the safety of the clinical environment;
Champion a culture of learning and quality improvement in the clinical area.
To work in collaboration with the Lead SACT Nurse/cancer matron for Cancer Services to develop protocols and pathways for the SACT/chemotherapy services in line with Quality Surveillance requirements and Department of Health policy
Have clinical oversight for the AOS advise line (24hr help line) during working hours, and be responsible for escalating clinical issues or concerns to the appropriate teams.
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