Staff Nurse - Oncology Day Unit (Part Time)
Blackrock Health
- Lucan, Co Dublin
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Work as a member of the nursing team on day duty and perform duties as allocated by the Clinical Nurse Manager 2.
- Deliver skilled practical care to Oncology patients and participate in the monitoring of the planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised patient care, ensuring a patient centred focus.
- Administer chemotherapeutic drugs in accordance with local policy and Department of Health guidelines, keeping patient and staff safety a priority.
- Be aware of the multifaceted needs of oncology patients and provide a holistic support service for them and their families.
- Participate in oncology outpatient clinic co-ordination.
- Be aware of community based support for oncology patients in the area.
- Ensure that controlled drug records are kept in accordance with standard recognised legal and professional practice.
- Ensure safe practice is adhered to in the storage and administration of all drugs in accordance with local policy and Department of Health / NMBI guidelines, keeping patient and staff safety a priority.
- Supervise the nursing practice of less experienced staff members of the nursing team and participate in the educational aspects of that practice.
- Be aware of the multifaceted needs of emergency, medical and surgical patients and provide a holistic support service for them and their families.
- Keep accurate, comprehensive, up-dated records and written reports as required and guided by NMBI recommendations.
- Ensure correct and economical use of Unit stocks and material and the safe and correct use of all equipment.
- Ensure the safe keeping of patient’s belongings in accordance with hospital policy where necessary.
- Document all necessary care given on the Meditech Patient information system.
- Be in charge of the Ward/Unit when requested to do so in the CNMs absence.
- Be willing to be deployed to other areas of the hospital if requested to do so.
- Document and report to the CNM, in a timely and comprehensive manner, any incidents, accidents, near misses or complaints and participate in any subsequent investigation as requested.
- Participate in staff meetings, team meetings and committees as required.
- Contribute to the requirements of NMBI for the practice of professional nursing are met and upheld including the development of an expanded scope of nursing practice.
- Take personal responsibility for own professional development and keep up to date with evidence based practice and research.
- Attend and participate in staff development programmes on an ongoing basis and sharing knowledge with other staff members.
- Assist with the orientation and induction of new staff and be available to provide orientation as deemed necessary, helping them to integrate as members of the Unit team.
- Assist in the training of nursing support staff.
- Identify and inform the Learning and Education Team of any training and professional development requirements.
- Attend all mandatory training days and ensure that all mandatary training is in date.
- Comply with all HR system and policy requirements.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant Hermitage Medical Clinic guidelines, policies, procedures and relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in the requirements of the hospitals accreditation process.
- Participate in the requirements of the hospital’s risk management programme.
- Promote the delivery of a high standard of care to all patients. Encourage evidence-based practice and assist in the dissemination and implementation of research findings.
- Assist in ensuring a culture of safety, promoting positive reporting of incidents and near misses; investigate and take remedial action on incidents or near misses involving patients and staff according to hospital policies, protocols and guidelines.
- Be registered in the general division of the Register of Nurses maintained by NMBI
- Have at least one years recent relevant post-registration nursing experience (full-time or equivalent hours part-time) in an acute hospital setting is ideal but not essential
- A recognised post-registration nursing course - Higher Diploma or Post Grad course in Oncology or be in pursuit of same
- Hold an up-to-date Basic Life Support course or be willing to undertake it
- An Education Support Programme
- Development opportunities
- Opportunities for career progression
- Access to a Pension Scheme
- Subsidised Restaurant
- Free staff car parking
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Life Assurance