Job summaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint a Band 6 Junior Sister to the Chemotherapy Unit. The post holders will be based within the Chemotherapy Unit will be instrumental in the continuing development of the SACT service.We are looking for experienced Chemotherapy Nurses for this full-time position. Job share and flexible working will be considered. Applicants should have at least three years post registration experience and will need to demonstrate a high level of knowledge and skills in the speciality. They will have at least one years' experience working in the field of cancer and/or haematology and will have experience with chemotherapy administration and care.Main duties of the jobTo provide care to a group of patients in accordance with the NMC code of professional conduct and Trust policies and procedures.Work with the Lead Cancer Nurse and her team and the Unit Sister to provide leadership to a developing nursing team.To contribute to the operational management of the chemotherapy service.To provide high standards of evidence-based patient centred care.To assist in leading the nursing team to maintain an efficient chemotherapy service.Responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care without supervision.To assist with the implementation and development of chemotherapy outreach services in West Dorset.About usThe Chemotherapy service is led by a Senior Sister who is supported by her deputy. We work closely with the Systemic Anti- Cancer Treatment Clinical Nurse Specialist and her community team to develop an extended service. The oncology and haematology service consists of specialist Clinical Nurse Specialist who work closely with the Consultants and the Chemotherapy Nurses.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesOur DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.Please contact us atRecruitment@dchft.nhs.ukif you are unable to view or download the attachment.For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.Person SpecificationEducation, Qualifications & TrainingEssentialRegistered nurseRecognised qualification in oncology / haemato-oncologyEvidence of CPDDesirableTeaching qualificationRecognised cytotoxic chemotherapy course or willing to attendKnowledge & ExperienceEssentialSignificant and recent post registration experienceSignificant and recent experience in related speciality at previous gradeUnderstanding of professional nursing issuesSkills & AbilitiesEssentialEvidence of ability to practice as a proficient practitionerEvidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors.Evidence of ability to develop leadership skills.DesirableEvidence of an ability to manage time effectivelyUnderstanding of clinical governance and its requirementsDemonstrate an understanding of confidentialityEvidence of an area of special interestEvidence of critical appraisal skillsKnowledge of clinical auditDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameDorset County Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAddressDorset County HospitalWilliams AvenueDorchesterDT12JYEmployer's websitehttps://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)