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Senior Staff Nurse
London Bridge Hospital

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Job type:	Nursing - Senior Level
Department:	CHEMOTHERA
Position type:	Full-time
Position code:	020/3810/SSN

Closing Date:	08-02-2008
Working Hours:	37.5 hours per week

Position Summary:	Assessment of patients Administration of chemotherapy and associated treatments Managing treatment related side effects Accessing patients’ veins for venepuncture and administration of treatment Patient education Liaising with Consultants Liaising with Oncology inpatient staff Staff training/education
General Responsibility:	Venepuncture and Cannulation skills Competent at accessing Central Venous Access Devices Competent at administration of cytotoxic drugs Good communication skills Computer literacy
Requirements	In order to perform this role to experienced worker standard the post holder will need: KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Registered Nurse Level 1 Experience/Qualification in speciality UKCC Registration and PREP requirements 2 years post registration experience Phlebotomy training desirable Knowledge of relevant hospital policies and procedures Health and Safety training Lifting and Handling PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITY Day to day staffing issues in absence of sister Early recognition of clinical problems and report or take appropriate action Deal with enquiries and refer as necessary Handle complaints and refer as appropriate Dealing with discrepancies on supply issues To appreciate and adapt to cultural needs Utilise resources efficiently SPHERE OF INFLUENCE Liaison with consultants, staff , patients and visitors Liaison with other internal and external departments To demonstrate tact and sensitivity Support junior staff and assist in training Initiate improvements and developments in clinical issues and delivery of care To be efficient and professional in representing the hospital RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY Maintain a high level of clinical practice To take responsibility for own practice, in accordance with UKCC and hospital guidelines/protocols Assess, plan and deliver care Plan and monitor staffing needs and assist in preparation of staff rotas To prevent risks to self, other staff or patients within the unit Maintain confidentiality Show awareness of budgetary issues when allocating resources Capture patient revenues Assist in teaching and mentoring of junior staff To be fully conversant with all equipment, for skilled and safe use To ensure equipment is in good working order To keep up to date with current procedures To maintain accurate records SKILLS AND EFFORT Good verbal and non verbal communication skills Flexibility to respond to the needs of the department Man management skills Good team player Ability to work under pressure Evidence of updating clinical skills/knowledge Evidence of professional and personal development Customer care skills WORKING CONDITIONS Bodily fluids Sharps Lifting and handling Others, depending on clinical area

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Senior Staff Nurse London Bridge Hospital

Senior Staff Nurse
London Bridge Hospital