About this role
Job summary
Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week
We are looking for an experienced and compassionate registered nurse to join St Lukes Hospice as Deputy Clinical Lead within our End of Life Urgent Care Service. This is an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of responsive, high-quality end of life care in the community, helping patients remain in their preferred place of care and avoid unnecessary hospital admission.
Main duties of the job
ABOUT THE ROLE
Support the Clinical Lead in the operational management and day-to-day delivery of the EOLUCS team. Provide clinical leadership, specialist assessment and decision-making for patients receiving end of life care in the community. Work closely with internal teams and external health and social care partners to deliver coordinated, patient-centred care. Deputise for the Clinical Lead when required.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Registered Adult Nurse with current NMC registration. Experience of clinical leadership, team coordination and supporting staff development. Strong assessment, communication and partnership-working skills. A commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate end of life care. Experience in palliative and end of life care, community care, or complex care coordination would be advantageous.WORKING PATTERN
This is a full-time post of 37.5 hours per week, with working pattern options including 5 days per week or compressed hours across 4 days. The role is primarily based atSt Luke's Hospice with community visits as required.
If you are a motivated and compassionate nurse leader who is passionate about improving end of life care, we would love to hear from you. Join us in making a real difference to patients and families across our community.
If you are internal and would like to express an interest for the role, please contact Nurse Consultant / Head of Community Team Jen Nicholls on 01752 964 200 / 07920561750
About us
Were an equal opportunities employer
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We assess candidates based on skills, experience, and qualifications not background or personal circumstances. As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Having a criminal record wont necessarily bar you from employment; decisions are made based on role requirements and individual circumstances.
Unfortunately St Luke's Hospice Plymouth aren't able to sponsor individuals to work in the United Kingdom.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
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Experience Essential
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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 St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth
Address Stamford Lane
Turnchapel
Plymouth
PL9 9XA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.stlukes-hospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)