About this role
Job summary
Senior Registered Nurse Community Team
Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice
Thorpe Rd, Longthorpe, Peterborough PE3 6LW
37.5 hours per week
£16.94 - £18.71 per hour, dependant on experience (plus enhancements and competitive benefits)
Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone.
We are there when it matters.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Nurse who wants to work in a supportive environment where care of the patients comes first. This role is based within our friendly and supportive Community Team and involves visiting people in their own homes to assess, plan care and provide support to people when they need it most.
About us
About us
Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice is the only specialist palliative care inpatient unit in Peterborough. We support people aged 18 and over who are living with life-limiting conditions such as cancer, heart failure and lung disease.
The expert team on our inpatient unit combine specialist medical care for managing pain and other symptoms, with emotional, practical and spiritual support. Our wellbeing and community support team are here to listen too
Our Hospice at Home service is available seven days a week and provides care to patients with a life limiting illness who wish to be cared for at home at the end of their life
Benefits
Enhanced pay for unsociable hours
Company pension scheme
Continuation of NHS pension (terms and conditions apply)
27 days holiday rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays
NHS annual leave honoured (terms and conditions apply)
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Enhanced sick pay
Electric Vehicle Scheme
Healthcare Cash plan, to claim back costs of routine healthcare
Death in Service benefit
Staff discount of 10% on new goods online at shop.sueryder.org
Structured induction programme and learning and development opportunities.
For more of our employee benefits please visit our website:
www.sueryder.org/jobs/careers-in-palliative-care/benefits-of-working-for-sue-ryder/
Job description Job responsibilities
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Nurse who wants to work in a supportive environment where care of the patients comes first. This role is based within our friendly and supportive Community Team and involves visiting people in their own homes to assess, plan care and provide support to people when they need it most.
Shift Times
08:00 - 20:00
Working 1.5 weekends in a 4 week period
The successful applicants will play an active role within our multidisciplinary team including Specialty Doctors, therapy staff, volunteers, other nurses and other vital members of the MDT. Working with our patients and their families in the community requires a holistic approach to ensure the best possible outcomes Whether in the last months, weeks or days of life, or living with grief, we help people live the best life they possibly can.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
NMC registered and Experience delivering or managing community-based clinical care
Desirable
Non-medical prescribing qualification or interest in developing
Experience Essential
Skilled in implementing care and access adjustments Strong multidisciplinary communication skills Ability to travel independently Understanding of equality and individualised care planning
Desirable
About you Our ideal candidate will have experience of working in Palliative and End of Life Care. This experience may come from a hospice or alternatively, for example, from a high dependency unit, oncology or community service. They will be comfortable with leading junior staff and be able to offer support and advice when needed. NMC Registered Nurse with post-registration UK experience in the clinical field UK Driving License and access to a vehicle essential Completion of NMC recognised accredited mentor training or willing to undertake Evidence of continued professional development Proven ability to build, lead and influence an effective team in a clinical setting Knowledge of current legislation within the independent care sector Knowledge of best clinical practice for client group Demonstrable experience of practising in a self-directed and highly motivated way Sue Ryder provides a thorough induction with supernumerary time to settle into the role and full training/competency assessment will be provided. There is plenty of scope to further develop your own skills in specialist palliative care, and planned career progression through our education programme and development framework is encouraged. If you would like to arrange an informal visit to our hospice, please let us know.
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.
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 Sue Ryder
Address Sue Ryder
Thorpe Road
Peterborough
PE3 6LW
Employer's website https://www.sueryder.org (Opens in a new tab)