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Job description

In order to meet the overall mission of the Trust, the post holder will: Support the Ward Sister in her general management function and in the co-ordination of high quality services to patients and relatives. Under the direction of the Ward Sister, lead in the development of all aspects of nursing within the unit, through the professional development of nursing staff, the implementation of evidence based practice and clinical audit. Function as a principal support to the Ward Sister, who has continuing responsibility and deputising for the Ward Sister in her absence. Please see employer website for full job details & person specification.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to DHSSPS and NMC Guidelines for practice requirements and standards for example, safe handling, administration, storage & custody of medicinal .
• Develop and maintain a culture of person-centred care within the service.
• Promote a caring environment where equality and diversity issues are respected and patients/clients and their carers are enabled to be partners in their care.
• Develop strategies for communication between staff, patients/clients, relatives and their carers, showing awareness of barriers to understanding.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Registered Nurse on Part 1 of the live NMC Adult Register.
• Hold a relevant diploma / degree.
• Hold a qualification in Oncology/Haematology at level 2/3 or have completed a course in the Administration of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies.
• A minimum of 3 years post-registration experience within a dedicated Haematology/Oncology setting.

Further Information

Location: Craigavon Area Hospital.