Macmillan Chemotherapy Co-ordinator

We are looking for an experienced Systemic Anti Cancer Therapy ( SACT) nurse.

The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the overall clinical and operational day to day delivery, of clinical standards of care and the leadership and management of the SACT Unit

The post holder will ensure systems are in place to ensure staff are supported and supervised appropriately.

You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment to ensure the delivery of safe, personal and effective care with excellent outcomes and positive experiences for all service users and their significant others.

Main duties of the job

Ensure a robust professional approach to service delivery, development and improvement.

Work collaboratively with other organisations, professionals and agencies to ensure patient needs are met.

Develop and maintain communication with multidisciplinary teams on complex matters, contribute to improving quality and ensure the delivery of high quality of care, promote equality and value diversity.

Provide leadership and management for all staff members in the SACT Unit

Address complaints by patients, members of the public and staff in accordance with Trust value's

Ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of staff, patients and visitors.

Ensure patient records are maintained and that documentation reflects care provided.

Involve patients and carers/relatives in the planning and delivery of services within the clinical area.

Establish and maintain effective communication with patients and carers/relatives.

Be actively involved in the administration of chemotherapy and other clinical nursing duties and be the lead practitioner for training nursing staff in the administration of chemotherapy.

Ensure that adequate precautions are taken by self and all members of staff to minimise the risk of infection in relation to the safe disposal of body fluids, including blood products.

The aims of this Trust are to improve the health of our people and provide the best possible care to the population in which we serve and ensure that our staff have joy and pride in their work. We are striving to recruit a workforce that reflects the communities in which we serve. Staff are valued and we can offer excellent opportunities for further training and development.

The vision of this Trust is to be recognised by the people of Bolton and beyond as an excellent provider of health and care services and a great place to work. We are striving to attract, recruit and retain high caliber staff which reflect our communities. We are an inclusive employer who trains and develops our staff in a positive learning environment. We aim to be inclusive and therefore applications form all sectors of the community are welcomed.