About this role
Job summary
To act as a resource to other team members in the delivery of expert, evidence based clinical care for patients with life-threatening illness who have complex specialist palliative care needs. It is acknowledged that this role requires a significant level of specialist knowledge and skills as well as mental and emotional effort.
To provide leadership and support to the ward nursing team helping co-ordinate and manage the team and patient care delivery.
To be a leading member of the multidisciplinary team ensuring continuity and quality in the provision of patient care
To assist the ward manager in the organisation of nursing activities, ward budgets, personnel and education of the nursing team
To contribute to the development and evaluation of nursing practice on the unit
To represent the service and profession when required, deputising for the ward manager as required
Main duties of the job
The post holder will have a good knowledge and understanding of specialist palliative care
To provide holistic specialist palliative care nursing assessment of patients and carers with highly complex needs, identifying priorities of care, implementing strategies in order to give this care and evaluation to ensure the maintenance of clinical excellence.
To act as a resource to other team members in the delivery of expert, evidence based clinical care for patients with life-threatening illness who have complex specialist palliative care needs. It is acknowledged that this role requires a significant level of specialist knowledge and skills as well as mental and emotional effort.
To provide leadership and support to the ward nursing team helping co-ordinate and manage the team and patient care delivery.
To be a leading member of the multidisciplinary team ensuring continuity and quality in the provision of patient care
To assist the ward manager in the organisation of nursing activities, ward budgets, personnel and education of the nursing team
To contribute to the development and evaluation of nursing practice on the unit
To represent the service and profession when required, deputising for the ward manager as required
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Job description Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse - NMC level 1 Diploma in Nursing and or Study to Degree Level or equivalent Mentorship or equivalent teaching qualification
Desirable
Relevant post registration qualification in palliative care/ oncology
Experience Essential
Previous post registration experience Experience of team leadership Has an understanding of specialist palliative care / oncology Ability to manager situations / environment
Desirable
Knowledge of healthcare reform relevant to specialist palliative care e.g. The end of life care strategy, NICE Guidance, NHS Cancer Plan Able to demonstrate evidence-based knowledge of symptom control Previously worked in a palliative care setting inside or outside the NHS
Skills, Abilities and Knowledge Essential
Computer Literate Communication Skills Knowledge of use of tools for advanced care planning Awareness of current legislation / policy to end of life care Ability to reflect on own practice
Desirable
Advanced communication skills
Personal Attributes Essential
Conscientious Caring and empathetic Honest and Trustworthy Innovative, adaptable to change Motivated, enthusiastic and approachable Assertive, self-aware and resilient Listening Positive Team player
Desirable
Has vision and drive
Other Essential
Shows respect to others Able to make own travelling arrangements to meet the needs of the role
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust
Address Priscilla Bacon Lodge
Century Place
Colney
NR4 7YA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.eastofenglandcommunityhealthandcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)