Sanctuary Personnel
Chemotherapy Nurse
Job Location
Nine Ashes, United Kingdom
Job Description
Sanctuary Personnel, a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency with a TrustPilot score of 4.9/5 and nearly 1000 reviews is currently looking for an experienced and dedicated Chemotherapy Nurse to work in Chelmsford on a full-time basis.
The salary for this permanent Chemotherapy Nurse job is £38,840 - £42,640 per annum.
Benefits:
Enjoy 25 days of annual leave in addition to public holidays.
Get your professional fees covered by the company.
Benefit from regular annual pay reviews.
Receive extra pay for any overtime worked.
Participate in annual company gatherings and events.
Earn rewards for referring friends to join our team.
Take advantage of a contribution-based pension scheme.
Access life insurance coverage for added security.
Use our portal for exclusive discounts and cashback offers.
Receive private medical insurance after two years of service.
Access ongoing training and development opportunities to advance your career.
Main Duties:
Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough assessments of patients before, during, and after chemotherapy treatments, including evaluating overall health, medical history, and potential side effects.
Treatment Administration: Administer chemotherapy drugs and other medications as prescribed, ensuring correct dosages and adherence to safety protocols.
Monitoring and Management: Monitor patients for adverse reactions and side effects during and after chemotherapy sessions. Implement appropriate interventions and manage any complications that arise.
Patient Education: Educate patients and their families about chemotherapy treatments, potential side effects, and self-care practices to manage symptoms and enhance comfort.
Care Coordination: Collaborate with oncologists, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to plan and coordinate patient care, ensuring a comprehensive and integrated approach to treatment.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and detailed records of treatment plans, patient responses, and any incidents or complications. Document changes in patient status and treatment outcomes.
Supportive Care: Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families, addressing concerns and offering guidance throughout the treatment process.
Pre-Treatment Preparation: Prepare and set up chemotherapy medications, including the use of protective equipment and adherence to safety standards to prevent contamination.
Post-Treatment Care: Oversee post-treatment care, including monitoring for delayed side effects, managing symptoms, and scheduling follow-up appointments.
Safety Protocols: Adhere to strict safety and infection control protocols to protect patients and staff from potential hazards associated with chemotherapy drugs.
Patient Advocacy: Advocate for patients' needs and preferences, ensuring their voices are heard in the treatment process and that their comfort and well-being are prioritized.
Team Collaboration: Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, participating in case discussions, treatment planning meetings, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.
Emergency Response: Respond promptly and effectively to any emergencies or critical situations related to chemotherapy treatment, including managing allergic reactions or severe side effects.
Requirements of the Chemotherapy Nurse:
Valid and current RN registration is essential.
Completion of a specialised chemotherapy or oncology nursing certification programme is required.
Prior experience in oncology or chemotherapy administration is highly desirable.
Experience in a clinical setting, particularly in administering intravenous medications and managing patient care, is essential.
Expertise in administering chemotherapy, managing intravenous lines, and safely handling cytotoxic drugs.
In-depth knowledge of chemotherapy medications, protocols, and their potential side effects.
Contact:
This Chemotherapy Nurse job is advertised by Craig Osborne; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements.
As a pioneer of diverse recruitment, Sanctuary Personnel is proud to encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds as our pool of candidates is very much reflective of the clients that candidates will support within their role. This very much played a significant in previously winning ‘Best Candidate Care’ at the Recruiter Awards as well being a two-time finalist for the same award. Sanctuary takes great pride in building candidate and client relationships that promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). With recruitment consultants and all other employees undertaking annual online training on EDI and many other compliance training courses, Sanctuary is best placed to undertake a fair and thorough selection process.
Reasonable Adjustments:
If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement
Location: Nine Ashes, GB
Posted Date: 11/14/2024
The salary for this permanent Chemotherapy Nurse job is £38,840 - £42,640 per annum.
Benefits:
Enjoy 25 days of annual leave in addition to public holidays.
Get your professional fees covered by the company.
Benefit from regular annual pay reviews.
Receive extra pay for any overtime worked.
Participate in annual company gatherings and events.
Earn rewards for referring friends to join our team.
Take advantage of a contribution-based pension scheme.
Access life insurance coverage for added security.
Use our portal for exclusive discounts and cashback offers.
Receive private medical insurance after two years of service.
Access ongoing training and development opportunities to advance your career.
Main Duties:
Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough assessments of patients before, during, and after chemotherapy treatments, including evaluating overall health, medical history, and potential side effects.
Treatment Administration: Administer chemotherapy drugs and other medications as prescribed, ensuring correct dosages and adherence to safety protocols.
Monitoring and Management: Monitor patients for adverse reactions and side effects during and after chemotherapy sessions. Implement appropriate interventions and manage any complications that arise.
Patient Education: Educate patients and their families about chemotherapy treatments, potential side effects, and self-care practices to manage symptoms and enhance comfort.
Care Coordination: Collaborate with oncologists, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to plan and coordinate patient care, ensuring a comprehensive and integrated approach to treatment.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and detailed records of treatment plans, patient responses, and any incidents or complications. Document changes in patient status and treatment outcomes.
Supportive Care: Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families, addressing concerns and offering guidance throughout the treatment process.
Pre-Treatment Preparation: Prepare and set up chemotherapy medications, including the use of protective equipment and adherence to safety standards to prevent contamination.
Post-Treatment Care: Oversee post-treatment care, including monitoring for delayed side effects, managing symptoms, and scheduling follow-up appointments.
Safety Protocols: Adhere to strict safety and infection control protocols to protect patients and staff from potential hazards associated with chemotherapy drugs.
Patient Advocacy: Advocate for patients' needs and preferences, ensuring their voices are heard in the treatment process and that their comfort and well-being are prioritized.
Team Collaboration: Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, participating in case discussions, treatment planning meetings, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.
Emergency Response: Respond promptly and effectively to any emergencies or critical situations related to chemotherapy treatment, including managing allergic reactions or severe side effects.
Requirements of the Chemotherapy Nurse:
Valid and current RN registration is essential.
Completion of a specialised chemotherapy or oncology nursing certification programme is required.
Prior experience in oncology or chemotherapy administration is highly desirable.
Experience in a clinical setting, particularly in administering intravenous medications and managing patient care, is essential.
Expertise in administering chemotherapy, managing intravenous lines, and safely handling cytotoxic drugs.
In-depth knowledge of chemotherapy medications, protocols, and their potential side effects.
Contact:
This Chemotherapy Nurse job is advertised by Craig Osborne; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements.
As a pioneer of diverse recruitment, Sanctuary Personnel is proud to encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds as our pool of candidates is very much reflective of the clients that candidates will support within their role. This very much played a significant in previously winning ‘Best Candidate Care’ at the Recruiter Awards as well being a two-time finalist for the same award. Sanctuary takes great pride in building candidate and client relationships that promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). With recruitment consultants and all other employees undertaking annual online training on EDI and many other compliance training courses, Sanctuary is best placed to undertake a fair and thorough selection process.
Reasonable Adjustments:
If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement
Location: Nine Ashes, GB
Posted Date: 11/14/2024
Contact Information
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