Detailed job description and main responsibilities

GENERAL DUTIES
1.  Provide a supportive role within the SACT outreach sites for nursing, medical and clerical Staff whilst providing cover between the Chemotherapy Services Units. This will include all other SACT outreach sites.
2.  Undertake the nursing care of patients, ensuring privacy & dignity is maintained whilst being aware of physical and psychological needs
3.  To give a clear and accurate update at change of duties and ensure accurate documentation of nursing interventions
4.  To participate in the rehabilitation of patients and give any necessary instructions, including discharge information
5.  Participate in nursing procedures appropriate to the department
6.  Support and assist in the induction/training of junior staff/Health Care Assistant’s acting as mentor to designated staff
7.  To welcome patients to the ward and its routine
8.  Be able to act as ward co-ordinator and ensure the safe and timely management of patients
9.  To liaise with medical and non medical personnel and community organisations
10.  Rotate/ work on ORTC Chemotherapy unit
11.  To highlight areas of improvement/development within the department and undertake relevant projects
12.  To act as support for other ward nurses in relation to chemotherapy care
13.  Safely escort patients to other areas and collect chemotherapy from key departments
14.  Assist in the provision of meals / refreshments for patients whilst meeting their nutritional needs
15.  Assist in the general housekeeping duties of all areas.
16.  Help to maintain a safe environment and report faults/risks etc to the nurse in charge
17.  Liaise with nurse responsible for stores/stationery and ordering and assist in the maintenance of stock levels
18.  Handles patients personal possessions, ensure cash and valuables kept securely
19.  Correct care and custody of controlled drugs and aid the safe storage of medicines and the return of any unused chemotherapy to pharmacy
20.  Assist medical staff with procedures

EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

1.  The staff nurse is responsible for their own personal development and maintaining a personal development plan
2.  To complete the Ward introductory pack and preceptor pack
3.  Complete Cannulation Skills Training and the UKONs Workbook
4.  Annually attend all mandatory study days including Resuscitation, moving and handling and fire safety
5.  To complete level 3 chemotherapy administration programme to administer cytotoxic drugs and educate patients regarding their treatment

PERSONAL

1.  Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship
2.  Show professional and courteous manner when answering the telephone and other enquires
3.  Maintain confidentiality with regard to patient information both at work and outside of working hours
4.  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
5.  Report and record all accidents and complaints according to the agreed policy
6.  To be aware of limitations and utilise the preceptor system for any issues that arise
7.  To show respect for members of the team and endorse the SACT Services philosophy of giving mutual support