Staff Nurse - Haematology Oncology Day Unit (Band 5)NHS
Job summary
Following a recent uplift to the nursing establishment, an exciting opportunity has arisen for motivated nurses to work in a busy Haematology & Oncology Day Unit.
We are looking for an enthusiastic nurses who can work dynamically and at a fast pace to ensure safe and effective care delivery.
We have close links with Hope for Tomorrow who support by the loan of 2 Mobile Cancer Care Units. The successful candidates will have a clear vision of quality care delivery and will be committed to helping to develop and improve the Haematology / Oncology service at Airedale General Hospital.
Previous applicants need not re-apply.
Main duties of the job
To work on the Haematology Oncology Day Unit (HODU) &Mobile Cancer Care Units (MCCU) supporting patients, andtheir carer's, who are receiving chemotherapy and supportivetreatments for haematology/oncology conditions.
The post isan integral part of a multi-disciplinary team which includespharmacy, specialist nurses and MCCU team. The postholder will contribute towards the development of clinicalpractice and self-development and perform proceduresrequired of the role and be prepared to learn new skillsrelevant to the role including administering chemotherapy.
Job description
For further information and full details of the job role please see the attached job description and person specification.
About us
We are always looking for enterprising and innovative approaches to the way we provide our services. We are a national centre for telemedicine and introduced telehealth to the UK offender healthcare sector and also provide the service to patients in their care homes. Community matters to us and we are supported by 400 dedicated volunteers and have strong links with Bradford University, Craven College and Leeds City College to ensure we inspire the workforce of the future.
We want to attract staff who embrace our Right Care behaviours of compassion, a commitment to quality of care and working together for patients we want to make these part of our DNA.