Chemotherapy Nurse

Detailed job description and main responsibilities To be knowledgeable of the treatment regimens and side effects, adopting a problem-solving approach in managing the potential complications of treatment. To ensure all relevant investigations are carried out prior to administration of treatment and to complete all relevant documentation. To plan, assess and evaluate the problems and needs of individual patients and their families undergoing supportive therapies. To become expert in cannulation, venepuncture, central venous catheters and highly experienced in venous access assessment and administration of intravenous supportive therapies for solid tumour, haematology and non-malignancy conditions as required. To work as part of the multidisciplinary team ensuring the delivery of a high standard of care to the patients. To perform and assist with agreed procedures appropriate to the role and function within the guidelines set down by the Trust. To carry out practical clinical tasks and the supporting the provision of blood transfusion and other intravenous treatments, providing all care and supervision required by these patients. To provide specialist clinical knowledge and practice to patients and carers. To participate in all relevant aspects of the Governance process Educational Maintain own personal development and ensure own educational needs are met. Promote and support self-awareness of colleagues own professional, educational and developmental needs. Ensure all mandatory training is up to date. Management and Organisation To be conversant with all Trust and department policies and procedure and ensure that they are adhered to. To participate in the effective utilisation of resources within the department To maintain a safe environment for patients and staff within the department at all times and take appropriate action to achieve this. To establish and maintain good communication links with all relevant personnel and departments as necessary in order to facilitate effective patient care. To assist in the smooth running of the department in ensuring that the treatments are organised and delivered appropriately with liaison of relevant departments, i.e pharmacy, blood bank. To be aware of own limitation and emotional effort needed. To be competent in the use of the computer systems: Chemo Care, Cerner and developing the skills of others. Maintain appropriate patient and clinical records in line with the Trusts polices and procedure and in line with the agreed service specification. Ensure that all patients, clients and colleagues are treated at all times in an equitable manner, respecting diversity and showing an understanding of diversity in the workplace. This job description may be subject to change according to the varying needs of the service. Such changes will be made after discussion between the post holder and the manager. All duties must be carried out under supervision or within Trust policy and procedure.