Job summaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen to become a Senior Staff Nurse on Smithers Ward.Smithers ward is a friendly 23-bed oncology ward caring for patients with a wide range of cancers throughout their treatment pathway. On the ward we specialise in anti-cancer treatments, surgical treatments, symptom management and palliative care. There are also many more opportunities to develop skills in different areas.The successful candidate will work with the management team to develop their leadership skills, as well as working with our ward-based practice educator to develop your clinical skills.Our unit offers a welcoming environment for patients, their relatives, and staff. We are committed to supporting staff and patients throughout their journey from newly diagnosed to end of life care. The ward offers flexible working and various learning opportunities to support both professional and personal development.Main duties of the jobTo coordinate and supervise a shift, communicating effectively with members of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality, evidence-led care to patients.To exercise clinical judgment and decision making about patient needs in terms of long term goals or plans.To participate fully in the day to day organization and running of clinical trials including the recruitment, education and monitoring of patients entering a clinical trial and liaison as required with trial sponsors.About usThe Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:Counterchecking patients vital signs, blood results, patient body surface area, chemotherapy prescription and consent before administration of treatment.Educating patients on their treatment such as indications and side effects.Ensuring necessary medication and follow up appointments are obtained.Person SpecificationEducation/QualificationsEssentialNMC RegistrationEvidence of ongoing professional developmentRMH Certificate in Intravenous Drug Administration or to be obtained within three months of appointmentDesirableQualification in oncology or speciality Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent) Recognised teaching qualificationExperienceEssentialExperience in intravenous drug administrationSufficient post registration nursing experience in oncology or speciality to be confident and competent in using the required skills to do the jobDesirableExperience in chemotherapy administrationExperience in Clinical ManagementEvidence of relevant teaching experienceKnowledge and understanding of clinical trials managementSkills Abilities/knowledgeDesirableExperience in oncology or area of specialtyVenepuncture and/or cannulation skillsComputer Literacy (e.g. use of Microsoft Word and Outlook)Disclosure 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.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameThe Royal Marsden NHS Foundation TrustAddressThe Royal Marsden Hospital SuttonSuttonSM2 5PTEmployer's websitehttps://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)