Band 6 - Acute Oncology Nurse

To support the development of the OAU with the acute oncology service team and facilitate and care for the patients who attend the unit. To also collect relevant data for the pilot and supporting the audit of the pilot. To be responsible for admitting patients to the OAU and supporting the development of a plan of care and delivering the care plan. The post holder will provide direct, specialised care and advice to patients within the oncology service, using specialist nursing skills to assess each patient and ensuring that care and support to patients is sensitive to their needs To act as a patients advocate and to give advice regarding treatment options in order that patients can give informed consent To work in collaboration with all members of the multi-disciplinary team including emergency care practitioners, general physicians and surgeons, haematologists/oncologists and specialist nurses in order to ensure the provision of a high-quality service for patient. To ensure patients are
seen within 30 minutes of arriving within the unit Interpret, analyse and respond to test results whilst ensuring patients safety To undertake a nursing assessment of the unwell patient with a cancer complication as outlined in the service operating inclusion criteria and ensure they are managed within agreed protocols/pathways To give specialist expert up to date advice for care and maintenance of PICC, Port-a-cath and any other CVAC devices used within the Trust To liaise with the AOS oncologist/registrar of the day on any issues arising from new referrals, new assessments Promote and maintain effective communication with the patient and their carer(s) Use communication skills in order to convey complex and sensitive information effectively to patients, carers and other staff, overcoming any barriers to understanding and providing support during distressing or emotional events. Ensure that patient documentation is completed correctly, appropriately and in a timely manner.