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Location
Chelsea, Greater London | United Kingdom
Job description
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification. To complete the first level assessment of the patients needs to gain an understanding of the physiological, psycho-social, spiritual and cultural needs of the patients with cancer and their families and to develop a positive, realistic and supportive attitude to ensure that the needs of the patient and family are met. To assist with teaching patients in preparation for investigations, treatment and home care To be aware of the side effects of any treatment in progress and adopt a problem-solving approach to minimise the potentially adverse reactions. Be involved in the direct delivery of skilled specialised nursing care with supervision until competent, e.g., wound dressings, removal of drains, and insertion of urinary catheters. To develop an awareness of the protocols involved for patients undergoing clinical trials. To be aware of all hospital policies and procedures and collaborate with other health care professionals to ensure that these are observed. To be rostered as part of the ward to care for patients over a 24-hr period. Have frequent exposure to body fluids, odours and infections and ensure that personal protective equipment is used as required, adhering to Trust policies in relation to Health and Safety and Infection Control. Be involved in the collection of samples for diagnostic testing, e.g., urine collection and sputum collection. Administer medicines as prescribed with adherence to Guidelines for Medicines Administration (NMC2002) and The Royal Marsden Medicines Management Policy. This will exclude administration by the intravenous route or through subcutaneous syringe driver until you have passed the written drug administration test and have been assessed as competent. To be aware of the emotional demands that comes with treating cancer patients and their families.
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Salary
£34.09k - £41.5k per annum
