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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Manchester

AI generated summary

  • You must be a dynamic, proactive nurse with initiative, capable of supporting treatments at home and at the treatment center, while promoting staff engagement and positive patient care changes.
  • You will support staff at SACT Outreach sites, coordinate clinics, develop clinical skills, manage team performance, implement service changes, and lead by example in patient care.

Requirements

  • An excellent opportunity has arisen for a full time Band 5 Nurse post within the SACT Outreach Team.
  • The SACT Outreach Team delivers treatments for Patients closer to home.
  • You will also be required to provide support where required to Oak Road Treatment Centre and staff.
  • We are looking for a dynamic individual who is able to demonstrate initiative and vision in continuing to move the service forward whilst assisting in implementing service changes and developments with a positive impact of patient care.
  • Encouraging staff engagement and leading by example showing a strong positive role model.

Responsibilities

  • Provide a supportive role within the SACT Outreach sites for nursing, medical & clerical staff.
  • Cover the Oak Road treatment Centre if required.
  • Co-ordinate Outreach Clinics once established in the role.
  • Develop clinical skills within SACT and teach others.
  • Manage staff, their personal development needs and management of attendance.
  • Assist in implementing service changes and developments with a positive impact on patient care.
  • Encourage staff engagement and lead by example showing a strong positive role model.

FAQs

What is the role of a Band 5 Nurse in the SACT Outreach Team?

The Band 5 Nurse in the SACT Outreach Team provides supportive care for nursing, medical, and clerical staff, coordinates Outreach Clinics, develops clinical skills within SACT, and manages staff development and attendance.

Where are the SACT Outreach sites located?

The SACT Outreach sites are located at St Ann’s Little Hulton, New Mills, Dr Kershaw’s Hospice, Bury Hospice, St Luke’s Hospice, and Tameside MacMillan Unit.

Will the Nurse be required to cover other treatment centers?

Yes, the Nurse may be required to provide support at the Oak Road Treatment Centre when necessary.

What qualities are we looking for in a candidate?

We are looking for a dynamic individual who demonstrates initiative and vision, encourages staff engagement, and leads by example as a strong positive role model.

What kind of environment does the SACT Outreach Team strive to provide?

The SACT Outreach Team aims to provide a supportive environment that enables staff to develop excellent skills and knowledge within the field of cancer care.

How many patients does The Christie treat annually?

The Christie treats over 60,000 patients a year.

What specialties does The Christie provide?

The Christie provides radiotherapy, chemotherapy, highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancers, and a wide range of support and diagnostic services.

What is the significance of The Christie in cancer research?

The Christie is an international leader in research, with over 300 clinical trials conducted annually and it has been ranked the best in cancer research in the UK.

Who can I contact for further details or informal visits?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Crawford Meek, Senior Charge Nurse. Email: Crawford.meek@nhs.net, Telephone: 0161 918 7653.

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating more than 44,000 patients a year.

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1932
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Mission & Purpose

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, based in Manchester, specializes in cancer care and provides a range of services including treatment, research, and support for cancer patients. Their mission is to deliver world-class, patient-centered care and to lead in cancer research and innovation. The Trust aims to improve cancer outcomes and quality of life through cutting-edge treatments, comprehensive care, and a commitment to advancing cancer research.