About this role
Job summary
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.
About us
At the Sue Ryder Duchess of Kent Hospice and community nursing services across Berkshire West, we look after people living with life-limiting conditions and offer support for families too. Sue Ryder offers a range of hospice and community nursing services in Reading, Newbury and Wokingham.
Main duties of the job
*Nights shifts would commence after a successful induction period for around 1-2months. The successful applicant would need to attend a minimum of 2 days shifts each month thereafter*
About the Role
In palliative care no day is the same. Working on our inpatient unit provides a unique opportunity because we care for patients with such a variety of conditions and symptoms. If youd like to develop your knowledge of many different conditions and the impact this has on patients and their families a role in palliative care with Sue Ryder is for you.
Our nurses play an indispensable role in providing compassionate, holistic care for patients with life-limiting illnesses. Their work extends far beyond medical tasks, encompassing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support for both patients and their families.
Our registered nurses work on a rotational shift pattern, including early shifts, late shifts, long days, nights, and weekends. As this role supports a 24/7 service, we are seeking candidates with flexibility to work a range of shifts as required.
The successful applicants will play an active role within our multidisciplinary team. You will work alongside Specialty Doctors, therapy staff, volunteers and other vital members of the MDT taking a holistic approach in providing the best possible outcomes for each patient.
You will benefit from a structured induction programme and ongoing learning and development opportunities.
About us
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits to support your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. These include enhanced pay for unsociable hours, a company pension scheme with continuation of NHS pension (terms and conditions apply), and generous annual leave starting at 27 days, rising to 33 with service, plus bank holidays. NHS annual leave is also honoured where applicable.
Additional benefits include enhanced maternity, paternity and sick pay, an Electric Vehicle Scheme, and a Healthcare Cash Plan to help reclaim routine healthcare costs. We also provide a Death in Service benefit and a staff discount on new goods through our online shop.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, those from lower socio-economic backgrounds, and people living with disabilities.
As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Our inclusive recruitment practices include sharing interview topics in advance and offering flexibility and accessibility support.
Support is available throughout the application process, and once in post, you will have access to staff networks and tools to support workplace adjustments, helping you to thrive.
Job description Job responsibilities
Duties include but are not limited to:
Providing support, leadership, recognition and supervision to junior members of staff
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised clinical care for service users
Using evidence-based practice to develop and maintain high-quality care
Ensuring that the team provide all care in line with the care plan.
Helping to organise the admission and discharge of service users
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
NMC registration and post-registration experience ideally in acute medical, hospice, or community settings. Passion for palliative and end-of-life care (training provided for nurses from other specialisms). Excellent communication, teamwork, and initiative. Evidence of continued professional development and willingness to learn. If you are new to the NMC register, please speak with our recruitment team about preceptorship opportunities
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).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 Duchess of Kent Hospice
22 Liebenrood Road
READING
RG30 2DX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sueryder.org (Opens in a new tab)