Job Description

An opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and driven, highly motivated first level registered nurse to join the Ambulatory and Assessment Unit at team at Velindre Cancer Centre as a 12 month fixed term Band 5 role.



This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of an evolving SDEC/Semi-elective service working alongside the Acute Oncology Advanced Clinical Practitioner team.



This service is currently undergoing a period of transformation to meet the increasing demands and continued development of services. As part of this change, we are looking for passionate and adaptable candidates who thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. The service is moving towards a 12-hour 7-day provision, so applicants must be flexible and able to accommodate the changing needs of the service. The ideal candidates will have experience in managing complex care needs, including the care of the acutely unwell or deteriorating patient.



To work with patients and their carers to determine in partnership the assessment of patient needs. Working collaboratively with the multi disciplinary/multi agency team. To liaise and provide guidance on your area of practice to inpatient and community service on the care of patients when requested. To lead or contribute to the development of a care plan to meet the holistic needs of the patient and carer which identifies interventions, goals and review dates. To act as the named nurse for designated individuals To ensure that patients receive nursing care according to plan, delegating the care to be given to other members of the team as appropriate. To plan with the patient/team a discharge plan that is followed through for each patient, involving both carers, community services and other agencies when appropriate. To contribute to the creation of a caring environment that values patients/carers opinions and ideas and where motivation amongst staff to develop is a high priority.

This post is fixed term for 12 month to meet the needs of the service



Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and our award-winning Welsh Blood Service , as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.



Formed in 1999, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.



If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.



Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/



You will be able to find a full and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac.