The Staff Nurse role at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust involves providing high-quality, compassionate care to oncology patients on a multi-disciplinary team within an Oncology Ward. The nurse will be responsible for assessing patient care needs, developing and implementing individualized care programs, and evaluating their effectiveness. It is essential for candidates to demonstrate experience in nursing, motivation for excellence, and a forward-thinking approach to patient care, particularly in oncology and palliative settings.
Key responsibilities include managing the care of allocated patients, maintaining professional accountability, and staying current with nursing skills and knowledge. The position calls for a commitment to delivering safe and consistent care throughout the patient's journey while fostering a culture of customer service. Flexibility in working hours is valued, and the successful applicant will also be expected to meet the requirements for Revalidation.
Key responsibilities include managing the care of allocated patients, maintaining professional accountability, and staying current with nursing skills and knowledge. The position calls for a commitment to delivering safe and consistent care throughout the patient's journey while fostering a culture of customer service. Flexibility in working hours is valued, and the successful applicant will also be expected to meet the requirements for Revalidation.
As a Staff Nurse on the Oncology Ward, you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team that delivers a high standard of care to patients undergoing medical treatment. You will be responsible for the assessment of patients care needs and for the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care. Oncology and palliative care provision are key elements as an Oncology Staff Nurse.
The successful applicant will be an experienced nurse, and you must be able to demonstrate that you are motivated and forward thinking for the continued success of the department. We are a flexible employer and would like to hear from staff who would like to work with oncology patients.
- To provide high quality, effective, individualised care to all patients that is compassionate and caring.
- To assess care needs and develop, implement and evaluate them without supervision
- To keep up to date with skills and knowledge
- Provide high quality physical and psychological Care with Compassion
- Participate in the delivery of a consistent, safe service in all aspects of the patient journey whilst demonstrating a culture of customer service.
- Manage care of allocated patients.
- Demonstrate professional awareness and accountability.
- Maintain requirements to ensure success in the Revalidation process.
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To work as a Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of formal education, clinical skills, practical experience, and personal attributes. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required:
Educational Qualifications:
1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.
2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.
Clinical Skills:
1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.
2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.
3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.
4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.
5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.
6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).
Soft Skills:
1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.
2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.
5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Skills:
1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.
2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.
3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).
Continuing Professional Development:
1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.
Employment Considerations:
1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.
2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.
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