Oncology Lead SACT Nurse

Oncology Lead SACT Nurse Overview

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust as a Lead SACT Nurse in a busy Cancer Centre. The Trust is dedicated to providing high-quality care in a friendly and professional environment, with services that have received national recognition. The Oncology division is focused on patient-centered care and is embarking on a significant expansion and refurbishment project to enhance the outpatient experience.

Main Responsibilities

• Act as a registered, accountable, and autonomous nurse, prioritizing patient interests and taking personal responsibility for actions and decisions.
• Conduct patient assessments, plan care, implement and supervise safe and compassionate care, and evaluate the effectiveness of care provided.
• Facilitate the learning and development of other nursing staff as an NMC registrant.
• Demonstrate leadership qualities while maintaining openness, transparency, and trustworthiness.
• Uphold the values and beliefs of the Trust and adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct.
• Extend the scope of nursing practice and develop advanced levels of professional autonomy and accountability in the provision of SACT care.
• Maintain quality standards in chemotherapy nursing across the Trust as the Lead SACT Nurse.
• Lead programs of audit and research related to SACT services to evaluate clinical effectiveness and address healthcare governance.
• Contribute to the nursing and professional agenda of the Trust and promote Royal Surrey County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust as a center of excellence.

Qualifications and Knowledge Requirements

• Must be a Registered Nurse, holding either part 1 or part 12 of the NMC register.
• Evidence of recent professional development and ongoing personal development is essential.
• Demonstrate professional awareness and understanding of current issues in the Acute NHS setting.
• Consolidation of nurse training with up-to-date clinical credibility and competence.
• Knowledge of clinical governance issues, including complaints handling and clinical risk management.
• Awareness of current NHS and professional issues.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from £59,798 to £67,020 per annum, including a High Cost Area Supplement.
• Permanent contract with full-time working hours.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing program for staff.
• Strong commitment to career development and progression opportunities.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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