About this role
Job summary
Are you looking to join a dedicated and caring team who support local patients when they need it the most?
At St Leonard's Hospice we have a great opportunity for a full time Registered Nurse to join our multi-disciplinary team who provide a high standard of skilled, compassionate nursing care and symptom management to patients. You don't have to be a RGN or have palliative care experience we welcome applications from RMNs and RNLDs from all backgrounds.
This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to extend and develop their palliative and end-of-life care skills. You will have the opportunity to work with highly skilled staff across our In-Patient Unit, working across a full shift rotation pattern (days, nights, weekends and bank holidays).
This is a rewarding role and our teams go above and beyond with the individualised care they provide to our patients and their families. Therefore, as long as you have a passion for working in Hospice care, we would love to hear from you.
This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week on a 24/7 service which will include nights, weekends and bank holidays.
Main duties of the job
This position is based on our Inpatient Unit and as a Registered Nurse, your main duties will be to:
Work as a member of the Hospice multi-disciplinary team to provide a high standard of skilled, compassionate nursing care and symptom management to patientsBe responsible for the planning, delivering and evaluating the effectiveness of care given to patientsProvide emotional support to patients loved onesMaintain accurate written records of care, communicating all necessary information to other team membersCreate a positive and safe environment for patients
Our ideal candidates will:
Have excellent nursing skills, record keeping and medicines managementBe committed to delivering exceptional careHave excellent communication skillsBe able to respond appropriately to emotionally challenging situations
What we can offer you in return:
Competitive salaries and pending pay awardShift enhancements for working unsociable hoursReimbursement of NMC feesUp to 41 days Annual LeaveContinuation of NHS pension and annual leave entitlement (T&Cs apply)Attractive pension scheme for non-NHS staffGolden Hello of £1,000 (after tax) as a special thank you and welcome to our teamExtensive employee discounts on shops, holidays and lifestyle choices and Blue Light Card discountsOngoing development opportunities during your employment including Workforce WednesdaysFree car parkingA supportive and friendly working environment
About us
Our mission is to provide excellent care and support to those living with life-limiting illness and to the people they care about, to enrich their lives and to contribute to the ongoing development of end-of-life care. We do this by placing our patients at the centre of everything we do, and through involving patients and their families in all decisions regarding their care.
We can only achieve this with the help of our amazing colleagues, by developing and recognising their contribution, and by sharing our knowledge and skills through education, audit and research.
Job description Job responsibilities
To work as a member of the Hospice multi-disciplinary team to provide a high standard of skilled, compassionate nursing care and symptom management to patients.
To provide support to patients, families and carers.
Main duties and responsibilities
Maintain a multi-disciplinary team approach to the individualised care of the patient and maintain high standards of nursing care.Assess the needs of the patient and their family taking into account their physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs.Be responsible for planning, delivering and evaluating the effectiveness of care given to patients.Maintain accurate written records of care, communicating all necessary information to other team members.Participate fully in the setting, implementation and monitoring of formal standards of practice and to be involved, when required, in clinical governance and audit.Comply with the requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Council with regard to Professional Registration and to Post-Registration professional education and revalidation.Communicate appropriately with all patients, visitors and staff, liaise with other departments and agencies and attend departmental meetings as required.Maintain safe custody of the patients property/ valuables according to the Hospice policy.Participate in research projects as required.Participate in full rotation across all shifts including nights.
Managerial
Maintain a caring and mutually supportive working environment for all members of staff and volunteers, being sensitive to the emotional needs of colleagues and giving appropriate support to them.Maintain accurate records with regard to the administration and custody of drugs on the unit. Implement all statutory and unit policies relating to drugs.Maintain high standards of safety within the unit, reporting any hazardous occurrences or equipment.Report all accidents, incidents, complaints and untoward occurrences, keeping statutory and unit records as required.Take charge of the in-patient unit with support from senior colleagues following an appropriate period of assimilation.Observe fire precautions and procedures as outlined in the Hospice policy.Welcome both professional and other visitors to the unit.Exercise care and economy in the use of property and equipment.
Education
Assist in the teaching of new staff and volunteers so that they are able to function fully within the team.Participate in the teaching and guidance of visiting professionals eg Student Nurses, Social Workers and Post Graduate Students.Communicate skills learnt on secondment or study leave to other members of staff.Access and positively engage in role-related e-learning as directed by your line manager.
Person Specification
Communication Essential
Proven interpersonal skills Ability to be sensitive and empathetic Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team Ability to communicate at all levels within the Hospice
Personal Essential
Work confidentially and with discretion Enthusiasm Awareness and ability to cope with pressure Ability to work in a challenging environment Flexible to the changing needs of the post often at short notice Be accurate and methodical A commitment to Hospice care and to have a philosophy and concept of Hospice care Honest, trustworthy, reliable and punctual Approachable, team player Committed to providing quality and measurable service Ability to accept support from other team members Respect for others ethnic and/ or religious/ spiritual beliefs Committed to own continuing professional development
IT Essential
Digitally literate Knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Desirable
Experience of using SystmOne
Experience Essential
Excellent written and verbal communication Awareness of Department of Health End of Life Strategy Organisation skills
Desirable
Palliative care experience Audit and evaluation
Other requirements Essential
Be prepared to assist with Hospice fundraising activities Ability to work unsocial hours Enhanced DBS
Desirable
Vehicle owner with full UK driving licence Knowledge of local area
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse
Desirable
Palliative care qualification MIP/ MPP Degree
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.
Employer details Employer name St Leonard's Hospice
Address St Leonard's Hospice
185 Tadcaster Road
York
North Yorkshire
YO24 1GL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.stleonardshospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)