Junior Sister ​/ Charge Nurse -Oncology​/Haematology

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THIS IS AN INTERNAL ROLE OPEN TO EMPLOYEES OF THE RUH ONLY
Join us as Sister / Charge Nurse in Oncology / Haematology

This is a great opportunity to join our nursing team on William Budd ward which is based within the Dyson Cancer Centre.

William Budd comprises of 22 bedded ward caring for patients from 16 years of age upwards. Our patients receive intensive systemic anti-cancer therapy, radiotherapy, stem cell transplantation, symptom management and / or end of life care.

We are seeking a dedicated nurse who is wishes to develop their leadership and management experience. In this role you will promote excellence in care, patient safety and experience and willing to contribute to the continued success of the ward team.

You will be joining a friendly and energetic team who have a wealth of experience and knowledge and who actively encourage staff development and engagement.

We are dynamic and passionate in our drive to deliver outstanding care with patient safety and experience at the heart of what we do and have recently achieved 'Excel Gold accreditation'.

William Budd Ward is a fast-paced and often challenging environment. If you think you are up for a new exciting, demanding and stretching opportunity then we welcome your interest and application.

Informal enquires / visits encouraged! Please contact Holly Woodford email:  or call:

To Work According To The NMC Code Of Professional Conduct And Relevant Professional Guidelines As a Named Nurse For a Defined Group Of Patients And Take Responsibility For

• The assessment of care and health education needs;
• The development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care including discharge planning for each patient.

To be designated to manage the ward/department and/or act as a deputy to the person holding continuing responsibility.

To develop leadership skills and experience in the management of the ward/department.

To promote and participate in the implementation of the RUH Nursing strategy:

• Reviewing nursing practice and implementing appropriate changes based on research/best practice;
• Developing and implementing Audit, Quality and Risk Management initiatives.

To participate in clinical supervision programmes as appropriate, and to teach and act as a facilitator/mentor/preceptor to nursing or non-nursing staff.

To promote and maintain effective communication.

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

• Registered Nurse with NMC…