Job Description

The Endocrine Unit at The Christie Hospital is a specialist service covering a wide range of conditions including adrenal insufficiency, late effects of cancer therapies, neuroendocrine tumours, and specialist treatments for thyroid conditions. Our service provides care and follow-up for patients with rare genetic conditions including Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia and Turner's Syndrome, amongst others.



The unit comprises a ward area that can accommodate 11 patients undergoing dynamic function/screening tests or receiving blood transfusions. We have 7 consultation rooms which are used daily for a variety of clinics led by our four Consultant Endocrinologists. We also offer a bone densitometry scanning service.



The Endocrine Unit is based within The Christie Hospital, however, only a small proportion of our patients have an oncology diagnosis. We provide an expert service for hormone related conditions and we are currently looking to recruit a dynamic, enthusiastic, motivated and forward thinking registered nurse to join our friendly and caring team. This is a unique opportunity for a nurse who wants to become an essential part of a small team, and who will strive to help us develop our service as a dedicated day case unit. We have the time and resources to offer excellent training for the successful applicant.



Our staff nurses are responsible for the care of patients and carers within a recognized framework in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and the Christie Hospital NHS Foundation Trust policies and Health and Safety Legislation. Develop and provide nurse led services, including telephone clinics, and contributing to education and training programs for other staff members. This role will include the opportunity for the successful candidate to complete the necessary training to enable them to undertake DXA scanning.



The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.



We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years.



We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES



Assessment of the needs of the patient and family, ensuring the provision of patient centered care which focuses on the promotion of health as well as illness.

Ensure accurate documentation of patient care in accordance with hospital policies and standards.

Enhance care within the clinical area by using relevant research outcomes when planning and delivering nursing care.

To be responsible for endocrine patients continued education programs.

Develop and provide nurse led services e.g. injection clinics



Perform endocrine tests and administer specialized treatments according to protocols.

Respond to telephone queries from patients and staff

Maintain safe practice according to Trust policies and standards.

Assist in the provision of meals/refreshments for patients whilst meeting their nutritional needs.

Assist in the general housekeeping duties of the ward.

Help to maintain a safe environment and report faults/risks etc to the nurse in charge.

Liaise with staff members responsible for stores/stationery and ordering and assist in the maintenance of stock levels.

Carry out certain procedures such as venepuncture, cannulation and the administration of blood transfusions, and be prepared to learn new skills relevant to the role

EDUCATION:

1. To be responsible for own personal development and for maintaining a personal development plan.



2. To complete the ward preceptor pack, and ward training packs.



3. Complete Principles and Practice of Intravenous Skills Programme and Cannulation Skills Training and update annually.



4. Annually attend all mandatory study days as per Trust and unit guidance.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:

Attending MDT's within the trust and at other trusts as appropriate.

Consenting patients for endocrine tests.

Attend conferences and study days.

Work towards the Endocrine Nurses Certificate.

Be aware of responsibilities with regard to Health and Safety at Work Act. Maintain and develop an environment and culture that improves health, safety and security.

Actively participate in risk assessments and ensure correct completion of Incident Report Forms in accordance with Trust policy.

Generally supervise the ward in the absence of senior staff.



PERSONAL



1. Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship.



2. Show professional and courteous manner when answering the telephone and other enquires.



3. Maintain confidentiality with regard to patient information both at work and outside of working hours.



4. To be aware of and adhere to all policies including; sickness and absence, confidentiality, uniform and responsibilities under the Health and Safety at work act and be familiar with all risk assessments pertinent to the ward.



5. Report and record all accidents and complaints according to the agreed policy.



6. To be aware of limitations and utilise the preceptor system for any issues that arise.



7. To show respect for members of the team and endorse the ward's philosophy of giving mutual support.



8. Adhere to trust uniform policy.



9. The Christie NHS Foundation Trust is committed to advancing equality, diversity and inclusion for all our patients, other service users and staff. We want to ensure that everyone who works at the Christie or uses our services is welcomed, valued and treated with dignity and respect.



It is your responsibility to understand and work in line with the Trust's equality, diversity, inclusion and human rights policies. You should value others and treat everyone you come into contact with at work with fairness, dignity and respect at all times and uphold their human and other rights