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Registered Nurse - Specialist Oncology Services B5
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC)
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The Role
You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.
The Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre is seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Registered Nurse to join our inpatient Nursing Team.
The role of the oncology nurse is highly specialised within the cancer centre providing a comprehensive and holistic approach to patient care. As an essential part of our team, you’ll deliver high quality, clinically effective patient care at all times. We can offer you a varied caseload including caring for patients receiving Radiotherapy, administration of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies and the care of patients at varying stages in their cancer journey that will help you develop your capabilities and experience.
Experience in an oncology healthcare setting desirable but not essential, however candidates must hold an NMC registration to apply. Good interpersonal, writing and numeracy skills essential.
All other roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern
- Location: based in Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre
- Contract: Permanent
- Hours: Full-time position (36 hours per week)
- Shift Pattern: 12 hour rotational shift
Key Responsibilities
- To assess patient needs, plan/implement and evaluate a programme of care which is evidence based utilising all available resources taking into consideration the lifestyle, gender and cultural background and ensure involvement with the patient, family, carers and significant others.
- Maintain patient records in line with NMC guidelines for records and record keeping.
- Contribute to the provision of an appropriate learning environment in line with NES Quality Placement Standards.
- Complete clinical appraisal of pre registration nurses.
- Participate in performance appraisal in line with policy.
- Demonstrate own professional development.
- Support the implementation of research and clinical audit where appropriate.
- Practice within the legal & Ethical framework as established by Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC) and National Legislation to ensure patient interests and well being are met.
- Work within the National Health Service (NHS), NHS Greater Glasgow and Health & Safety Executive (HSE) Legislation, Policy, Guidelines and Procedures.
- Please refer to the job description for further details.
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Knowledge, Training, Qualifications and/or Experience Required
- First/Second Level Registered Nurse with a minimum of 1 year post registration experience
- Ability to fulfil criteria outlined in the job description
What We Offer
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
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For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact
Nicola Shaw, Senior Charge Nurse, On 0141 301 7631 or email nicola.shaw5@nhs.scot
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process
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Additional Information
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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