Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse
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About the Role
The Day Treatment Unit at the Churchill Hospital cares for patients with cancer who require a wide range of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT) including classic chemotherapy and newer novel agents such as immunotherapies and gene therapy.
We are looking for a dynamic, experienced and innovative nurse to join our team as a deputy nurse manager to help the team achieve the best care for patients and the safe administration of SACT.
For more information or to arrange an informal chat/visit (recommended), please contact:
- Liz Mellish, Ward Sister. Oncology Day Treatment Unit
- Email: liz.mellish@ouh.nhs.uk
- Claudia Costa, Ward Sister, Oncology Day Treatment Unit
- Email: claudia.costa@ouh.nhs.uk
The Post-holder Will
- Assist the unit nurse manager provide clinical and managerial leadership for staff and the safe delivery of the SACT service, ensuring systems and processes are up to date
- Be part of our multi-disciplinary team (MDT) ensuring patients attending the DTU are cared for to the highest possible standard
- Contribute to the development of clinical practice in a positive manner in order to maintain a consistent, motivated day treatment focus
- Be available to travel between DTUs at the Churchill and Horton hospitals to assist where required
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Requirements
The applicant should be experienced in the administration of SACT, be able to communicate sensitively & effectively with patients, their carers and all members of the MDT and be an excellent team player. Full induction and training will be provided. The role is supervised and clearly linked to competencies that require completion within a pre-arranged time frame.
About the Trust
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Our Values
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.
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These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.
Commitment to Safety
In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles.
Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.
Join Our Team
If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.
For further details / informal visits contact:
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Name: Liz Mellish
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Job title: Ward Sister. Oncology Day Treatment Unit
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Email address: liz.mellish@ouh.nhs.uk
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Claudia Costa, Ward Sister, Oncology Day Treatment Unit
- Email: claudia.costa@ouh.nhs.uk
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