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Acute Assessment Unit
Grade
Band 5
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
413-104518-CSSS-SD
Employer
The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Acute Assessment Unit - E00851
Town
Manchester
Salary
£32,073 - £39,043 per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
20/04/2026 23:59

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Staff Nurse

Band 5

Job overview

Acute Assessment Unit

Band 5 Registered Nurse

Full time - permanent

The AAU is recruiting!

 

Due to service developments, we are seeking experienced nurses to join our team. 

 

Oncology experience is not essential as acute care skills are more relevant to this area however an interest in oncology nursing is desired.

 

We care for all emergency/unplanned admissions to The Christie, dealing with a variety of general medical problems, alongside acute complications of cancer treatment.

 

There are many benefits to working on The Christie Acute Assessment Unit:

 

Newly built unit with spacious clinical areas for efficient working & patient and staff experience

 

Standard nurse: patient ratio of 1:4/6

 

8 weeks induction period to help you learn the role and get to know the ward

 

Good training and development opportunities
Oncology and palliative care specific study days in supernumerary period
Ward based clinical practice facilitator to aid development and learning

 

Many staff benefits/discounts available

 

On-going support from a friendly team of Ward Sisters

 

Acute Medicine Consultants based on the ward

 

An opportunity to develop your acute care and oncology skills

 

For further information, please contact:

Catherine Clarke  [email protected]

Ward Manager

01619561358

Main duties of the job

To provide care for patients who are admitted to the unit as an emergency and their carers within a recognised framework in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct, Christie NHS Trust policies and Health & Safety legislation.

Working for our organisation

The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.

We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years.

We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Professional

 

.Manage and generally supervise the ward in the absence of senior staff.

 

 

Take individual responsibility for the nursing care of a group of patients as a registered nurse

 

3.     Provide a supportive role within the Acute Assessment Unit for nursing, medical and clerical Staff

 

4.     Undertake the nursing care of patients, ensuring privacy & dignity is maintained whilst being aware of physical and psychological needs

 

5.     To give a clear and accurate update at change of duties and ensure accurate documentation of nursing interventions

 

6.     To participate in the emergency care of patients and give any necessary instructions, including transfer information

 

7.     Participate in nursing procedures appropriate to the department

 

8.     Support and assist in the induction/training of junior staff/Health Care Assistant’s acting as mentor to designated staff

 

9.     To welcome patients to the ward and its routine

 

10.  Be able to act as ward co-ordinator and ensure the safe and timely through  put of patients, liaising closely with triage/admission staff, medical staff and other wards

 

11. To liaise with medical and para medical personnel and community organisations

 

12. To highlight areas of improvement/development within the department and undertake relevant projects

 

13. To act as support for other ward nurses in relation to acute emergency care

 

14. Safely escort patients to other areas and collect blood products from key departments

 

15. Assist in the provision of meals / refreshments for patients whilst meeting their nutritional needs

 

16. Assist in the general housekeeping duties of the AAU

 

17. Help to maintain a safe environment and report faults/risks etc to the nurse in charge

 

18. Liaise with staff member responsible for stores/stationery and ordering and assist in the maintenance of stock levels

 

19. Handles patients personal possessions, ensure cash and valuables kept securely as per policy

 

20. Correct care and custody of controlled drugs and aid the safe storage of medicines

 

21. Assist medical staff with procedures

 

22. Carry out certain procedures such as cannulation and 12 lead ECG’s and be prepared to learn new skills

 

 

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 Principles and Practice of Intravenous Skills Programme and Cannulation Skills Training and update annually

 

4.     Annually attend all mandatory study days as per Trust and unit guidance

 

 

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 and be familiar with all risk assessments pertinent to the AAU

 

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 AAU’s philosophy of giving mutual support

 

8.     Demonstrates the agreed set of values and accountable for own attitude and behaviour

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • RGN Level 1 or 2
  • Degree or Diploma in Nursing
Desirable criteria
  • Post Graduate certificate in cancer care / oncology or acute care
  • Post graduate certificate in teaching and assessing

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience in an acute care/oncology setting
Desirable criteria
  • Post Reg acute care/oncology experience

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to deliver high standard of nursing care
  • Computer literacy
  • Understanding need for evidence based practice
Desirable criteria
  • Cannulation/venepuncture skills
  • ECG’S

Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Participate in personal development

Values

Essential criteria
  • Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours
Desirable criteria
  • Understanding/experience of current national initiatives

Other

Essential criteria
  • Rotation to night duty as required
  • Team player
  • Willingness to be involved with ward/unit/Trust initiatives
Desirable criteria
  • Understanding/experience of current national initiatives

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Aislinn Giles
Job title
Senior sister
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01619561358
Additional information

AAU Ward reception 01619561352