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University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Staff Nurse (Fernhurst Day Unit)
Chichester On-site 0-2 yrs exp Hospitals and Health Care 2,632 employees
CannulationIV Drug AdministrationCancer CarePatient CareNursing
Requirements
Applicants must hold a UK NMC registration or be students qualifying this Summer. Post qualification experience and competence in cannulation and IV drug administration are preferred.
Job Description
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration, or students due to qualify this Summer. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.
The Fernhurst Centre provides outpatient services for haematology and oncology patients including systemic anti cancer treatments and supportive medical therapies.
The successful applicant will preferably have post qualification experience and preferably be competent in cannulation and IV drug administration. They should have a keen interest in cancer care and be willing to undertake training in the administration of systemic anti cancer treatments (SACT).
The unit is dedicated to maintaining high levels of clinical practice and we support staff in the development of their learning and education.
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria. For example, applicants for the Senior HCA role must be able to evidence a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the same role to qualify for sponsorship.
If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.
Responsible for the delivery of safe and effective nursing care and treatment for patients receiving Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy, medical and supportive treatments or undergoing medical investigations on The Fernhurst Day unit.
To ensure individualised and effective standards of care to a group of patients in line with Trust policy, values and the NMC Code of Conduct. This may include taking charge of the day unit in the absence of more senior nursing staff.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Rose Lucas Job title: Unit Manager Fernhurst centre Email address: rose.lucas1@nhs.net Telephone number: 01243 788122
Rose Lucas, Senior Sister/Unit Manager
rose.lucas1@nhs.net
Contact no: 01243 788122, ext 35154
Aivy Saliente, Senior Sister
Amelia Ellert, Deputy Sister
amelia.ellert@nhs.net
The Fernhurst Centre provides outpatient services for haematology and oncology patients including systemic anti cancer treatments and supportive medical therapies.
The successful applicant will preferably have post qualification experience and preferably be competent in cannulation and IV drug administration. They should have a keen interest in cancer care and be willing to undertake training in the administration of systemic anti cancer treatments (SACT).
The unit is dedicated to maintaining high levels of clinical practice and we support staff in the development of their learning and education.
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria. For example, applicants for the Senior HCA role must be able to evidence a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the same role to qualify for sponsorship.
If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.
Responsible for the delivery of safe and effective nursing care and treatment for patients receiving Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy, medical and supportive treatments or undergoing medical investigations on The Fernhurst Day unit.
To ensure individualised and effective standards of care to a group of patients in line with Trust policy, values and the NMC Code of Conduct. This may include taking charge of the day unit in the absence of more senior nursing staff.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Rose Lucas Job title: Unit Manager Fernhurst centre Email address: rose.lucas1@nhs.net Telephone number: 01243 788122
Rose Lucas, Senior Sister/Unit Manager
rose.lucas1@nhs.net
Contact no: 01243 788122, ext 35154
Aivy Saliente, Senior Sister
- saliente@nhs.net
Amelia Ellert, Deputy Sister
amelia.ellert@nhs.net
Skills
CannulationIV Drug AdministrationCancer CarePatient CareNursingClinical PracticeTeam LeadershipCommunication
About University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest acute trusts in the UK and provides a wide range of clinical services to people in West Sussex, Brighton and Hove, and parts of East Sussex. Our seven hospitals host more than 1.5 million outpatient appointments, A&E visits and surgery cases every year and employ nearly 20,000 staff.