The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a centre of excellence for research, development, education and care in the treatment of cancer.
The opportunity has arisen on Robert Tiffany Ward for an enthusiastic HCA to work as an integral part of the team.
They will assist the nursing team in monitoring of patients and admissions to the ward, prepping patients for theatre when required.
They will need excellent interpersonal skills and an understanding of infection control and safety within the unit to continually maintain the quality of standards expected within the
Royal Marsden at all times. Phlebotomy skills are desired but not essential.
Please note, successful applicants will be expected to work predominately nights with some day shifts.
To carry out in a responsible and efficient way, the nursing care for patients which has been drawn up in conjunction with the co-ordinator of the shift.
To demonstrate the ability to develop a greater awareness and understanding of the needs of patients with cancer and the different treatment modalities.
As an integral member of the nursing teamwork with team members to ensure the maintenance of an efficient, safe, clean and pleasant environment for all patients.
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
To undertake and practice the Care Certificate standards.
Monitoring and recording patients’ vital signs (including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation) and reporting any abnormal results to registered nursing staff. Assess
Measuring and recording patients’ height and weight.
Performing venepuncture and cannulation after training and assessment of competency.
Undertakes clinical tasks relevant to the specific clinical area following competency sign off, for example, ECG, urinalysis, catheter removal, MRSA screening swabs, blood glucose monitoring, pregnancy testing, removal of peripheral cannula, observing patients for signs of agitation or distress, providing heightened observation through specialing / enhanced care, recording of allergies on EPIC and other clinical tasks where training/competency sign off deemed appropriate for a Band 3 HCSW.
Assisting with nutrition where applicable e.g., assisting with menu completion, feeding assistance. Working closely with the ward host/hostess and housekeeper. Understanding the dietary needs of patients and utilise diet charts and fluid balance charts appropriately.
Liaising with the trusts MDT as appropriate to ensure complete holistic care is provided and harm free care is monitored.
Demonstrates an understanding of infection control issues including attendance at mandatory training; an understanding of policy and procedure and accept responsibility for their own infection control practice and a willingness to challenge others’ practice.
Demonstrates and understanding of nursing care plans and utilise them in line with Trust policy and procedure.
Directing or escorting patients and their belongings between departments and clinical areas.
Collecting patient’s medications from pharmacy.
Assisting in the provision of basic care to patients so as to ensure their comfort, cleanliness and well-being, for example mouth care, hygiene and eye care.
Reporting to registered nurses any problems arising during observation of or conversations with patients and carers.
Co-operating with all colleagues to maintain a presentable and safe environment. Ensuring that all patient/public areas (including bedside where applicable) and utility rooms are clean and tidy at all times and informing an appropriate member of staff when the required standard is not maintained.
To prepare dressing/procedure trolleys initially under the guidance of registered staff and then independently following completion of competency.
Cleaning equipment in between use and daily, including trolleys and drip stands. Informing the nurse in charge when repairs are needed.
To monitor unit equipment service/calibration history and in conjunction with the ward sister/charge nurse ensure all equipment is maintained as per Trust policy
Collecting blood products from blood bank (subject to completion of part 1 blood transfusion competency)
Ensuring stock levels of clinical and non-clinical supplies are maintained. Ordering and putting away stock. Rotating stock so that short expiry times are used first. Safely disposing of out of date stock.
Assisting nursing and medical staff where required with various clinical procedures, as delegated appropriately by a registered nurse.
