FAQs
What is the focus of the Staff Nurse position in the Critical Care unit?
The focus of the Staff Nurse position is to work within a cancer specialty critical care unit, delivering excellent patient care to critically ill cancer patients while maintaining high patient outcomes and experiences.
What sort of environment can I expect in the Critical Care unit?
You can expect a challenging, exciting, and supportive environment that actively facilitates the development of specialized skills in acute cancer care.
Are previous experience or qualifications in oncology required for this role?
Previous experience or qualifications in oncology are desirable but not essential for this position.
What type of continuing education opportunities are available for staff?
The Christie offers a variety of educational opportunities and clinical support, including a modern career framework and resources provided by a Practice Educator.
What are the key responsibilities of the Staff Nurse role?
Key responsibilities include assessing and prioritizing the needs of critically ill patients, ensuring accurate documentation, communicating effectively with patients and families, evaluating nursing care, and acting as a role model for other staff.
How does The Christie ensure a patient-centered approach?
The Christie ensures a patient-centered approach by prioritizing patient and family experience in all care plans and fostering compassionate, supportive, personal, and open care environments.
Is there an opportunity for informal visits before applying?
Yes, informal visits can be arranged. Interested candidates can contact Kerry Millington, the OCCU Manager, for further details.
What is the patient capacity that The Christie serves annually?
The Christie treats over 60,000 patients a year, serving a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester and Cheshire, with 15% of patients referred from other parts of the country.
What makes The Christie a leader in cancer care?
The Christie is a leader in cancer care due to its extensive experience in treating complex and rare cancers, its world-renowned research efforts, and its operation of one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials annually.
How can I contact the OCCU Manager for more information?
You can contact Kerry Millington, the OCCU Manager, via email at Kerry.millington2@nhs.net or by telephone at 01614463481 for more information.