St Kentigern Hospice are looking for a permanent staff nurse, working 22.5 hours per week, to join their pioneering nurse led model of hospice care. We are recruiting for a staff nurse to join our clinical team working flexibly across our wellbeing hwb day therapy service and on our inpatient unit.
We provide specialist palliative care to patients with life limiting illness, who are referred and admitted to our unit for assessment and symptom management, rehabilitation, respite care or end of life care. You will work as a part of a multidisciplinary team supporting patients and those close to them.
You will have the time to focus entirely on your patients and have the unique opportunity to truly make a difference in their lives and be creative in having a profound impact on your patients and their loved ones.
If you have experience and passion in delivering effective palliative care, or you wish to develop in the specialty, St Kentigern hospice has an exciting opportunity to offer you.
Main duties of the job
Be a team player Be inquisitive and willing to learn Welcome change and development of services About us
St Kentigern hospice is situated in the city of St Asaph within easy commuting distance from Chester. Within easy access from the A55. We offer the following benefits of working here at St Kentigern: Free parking on site A pleasant modern atmosphere to work in The ability to transfer an existing NHS pension over to the hospice A contributory pension scheme Clinical and clinical support staff are aligned with NHS pay rates with a pay progression system in place Education and training programme for all staff Provide equality of opportunity for all our staff and volunteers We promote being a real living wage employer Enhanced benefits: Maternity/paternity and adoption leave, occupational sick pay, free flu jabs, Bereavement leave and support, 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays, Discounted staff menu. We believe our organisation is compassionate, person-centered, dignified, respectful and holistic. Job responsibilities STAFF NURSE WELL BEING HWB DAY THERAPY SERVICE AND IN-PATIENT UNIT HOSPICE BAND 5 22.5 PERMANENT HOURS To continually develop clinical expertise and act as a positive role model promoting a high standard of care to fulfil the St Kentigern philosophy of care. Ensure good working relationships and effective communications between all members of the multidisciplinary team ensuring a high standard of co-ordinated patient care. To deliver evidence-based care to patients and their carers in line with their physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs. To embed the practices and culture of rehabilitative palliative care to effectively support people with long term life limiting conditions to live well. To promote and maintain continuity of high standards of nursing care. To be responsible following induction period for the assessment of care needs, the planning, delivery and evaluation of care and to offer support to other staff in the clinical area. To work flexibly across hospice services to meet the needs of the service. To work at all times in line with the NMC code of conduct and duty of candour requirements and provide a safe environment for patients, visitors, staff and volunteers. KEY RELATIONSHIPS: Matron Ward Sister and Deputy Ward Sister Nursing team Advanced Nurse Practitioners Medical team Family Support Team Day Therapies / Well Being Hwb Team Specialist Palliative Care Team community and acute Hospice Allied Health Professionals Primary and Community care teams CLINICAL: Work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team to provide holistic person-centered care, integrating nursing care with psychosocial and spiritual needs. Assist with initial and ongoing assessment of patient and family needs. As a registered nurse plan, initiate, supervise and participate in-patient and family care, discussing issues with other senior team members as appropriate. Evaluate and update nursing care plans in response to the changing problems/needs of patients and families. Monitor nursing practice, encouraging development of colleagues through discussion of current and proposed care plans. Maintain appropriate and adequate records of your work. Maintain effective communication with patient and families throughout their contact with the hospice. MANAGEMENT: To organise the team in the absence of a more senior member of the team deploying staff appropriately according to their skills and experience. Liaise with multi-professional agencies within the hospice, community, primary care, and hospital to provide continuity of patient care. Be responsible for maintaining high standards of nursing care, when in charge of the team and unit, and help to create and maintain positive relationships between all groups involved in the welfare/care of patients. Responsible for the coordinating of all activities when in charge of the team supported by the Ward Sister and Matron. To support the Matron in promoting new ways of working which support and contribute towards service and corporate objectives and improvement programmes. To support the Matron in the process of change demonstrating professional integrity. To work collaboratively alongside volunteers on a day-to-day basis giving guidance and instruction to the volunteer team member(s) as required. EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT: Identify own learning objectives and attend relevant study/shadowing opportunities following discussion with line manager/nurse management team. Maintain records of supported study and provide evaluation of study attended. Adhere to NMC revalidation requirements at all times. Participate in feedback (verbal and written) to colleagues throughout the hospice regarding study days attended and potential service improvement opportunities. Actively participate in personal development review (PDR) and objective setting at initial 6 month review meeting and subsequent PDR meetings with line manager/senior nurse. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: This post is subject to the Terms and Conditions of employment of the Hospice as specified in the staff handbook. As an individual working within a health care environment, you are expected to maintain high standards of care and practice as required in professional guidelines and relevant codes of conduct. Competence You are responsible for limiting your actions to those that you feel competent to undertake. If you have any doubts about your competence during the course of your duties you should immediately speak to your line manager. This job description is an outline of the role and function; it is not intended to describe all specific tasks. The post is subject to an enhanced disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Passion for Palliative Care. Patient and understanding. Flexible approach to work. Enthusiastic team player Ability to liaise and network effectively Commitment to equal opportunities Ability to think laterally, problem solve and work flexibly. Non-judgemental Ability to manage time, self and workload Welsh Speaker. Skills, knowledge and abilities
Ability to motivate and lead others. Creative and innovative. Ability to work as part of the team. Motivational skills. Critical evaluation skills Awareness and understanding of the systems of palliative care delivery in Wales. Knowledge of advanced care planning. Knowledge and understanding of the work of volunteers. Qualifications
Registered Nurse Palliative Care Qualification Experience
18 months - 2 years working at Band 5 Record of achievement in developing clinical practice Experience of working with people with life limiting conditions Experience of working within and MDT Able to maintain accurate patient records in line with holistic needs, assessments and care plans 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.
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Be a team player Be inquisitive and willing to learn Welcome change and development of services About us
St Kentigern hospice is situated in the city of St Asaph within easy commuting distance from Chester. Within easy access from the A55. We offer the following benefits of working here at St Kentigern: Free parking on site A pleasant modern atmosphere to work in The ability to transfer an existing NHS pension over to the hospice A contributory pension scheme Clinical and clinical support staff are aligned with NHS pay rates with a pay progression system in place Education and training programme for all staff Provide equality of opportunity for all our staff and volunteers We promote being a real living wage employer Enhanced benefits: Maternity/paternity and adoption leave, occupational sick pay, free flu jabs, Bereavement leave and support, 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays, Discounted staff menu. We believe our organisation is compassionate, person-centered, dignified, respectful and holistic. Job responsibilities STAFF NURSE WELL BEING HWB DAY THERAPY SERVICE AND IN-PATIENT UNIT HOSPICE BAND 5 22.5 PERMANENT HOURS To continually develop clinical expertise and act as a positive role model promoting a high standard of care to fulfil the St Kentigern philosophy of care. Ensure good working relationships and effective communications between all members of the multidisciplinary team ensuring a high standard of co-ordinated patient care. To deliver evidence-based care to patients and their carers in line with their physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs. To embed the practices and culture of rehabilitative palliative care to effectively support people with long term life limiting conditions to live well. To promote and maintain continuity of high standards of nursing care. To be responsible following induction period for the assessment of care needs, the planning, delivery and evaluation of care and to offer support to other staff in the clinical area. To work flexibly across hospice services to meet the needs of the service. To work at all times in line with the NMC code of conduct and duty of candour requirements and provide a safe environment for patients, visitors, staff and volunteers. KEY RELATIONSHIPS: Matron Ward Sister and Deputy Ward Sister Nursing team Advanced Nurse Practitioners Medical team Family Support Team Day Therapies / Well Being Hwb Team Specialist Palliative Care Team community and acute Hospice Allied Health Professionals Primary and Community care teams CLINICAL: Work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team to provide holistic person-centered care, integrating nursing care with psychosocial and spiritual needs. Assist with initial and ongoing assessment of patient and family needs. As a registered nurse plan, initiate, supervise and participate in-patient and family care, discussing issues with other senior team members as appropriate. Evaluate and update nursing care plans in response to the changing problems/needs of patients and families. Monitor nursing practice, encouraging development of colleagues through discussion of current and proposed care plans. Maintain appropriate and adequate records of your work. Maintain effective communication with patient and families throughout their contact with the hospice. MANAGEMENT: To organise the team in the absence of a more senior member of the team deploying staff appropriately according to their skills and experience. Liaise with multi-professional agencies within the hospice, community, primary care, and hospital to provide continuity of patient care. Be responsible for maintaining high standards of nursing care, when in charge of the team and unit, and help to create and maintain positive relationships between all groups involved in the welfare/care of patients. Responsible for the coordinating of all activities when in charge of the team supported by the Ward Sister and Matron. To support the Matron in promoting new ways of working which support and contribute towards service and corporate objectives and improvement programmes. To support the Matron in the process of change demonstrating professional integrity. To work collaboratively alongside volunteers on a day-to-day basis giving guidance and instruction to the volunteer team member(s) as required. EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT: Identify own learning objectives and attend relevant study/shadowing opportunities following discussion with line manager/nurse management team. Maintain records of supported study and provide evaluation of study attended. Adhere to NMC revalidation requirements at all times. Participate in feedback (verbal and written) to colleagues throughout the hospice regarding study days attended and potential service improvement opportunities. Actively participate in personal development review (PDR) and objective setting at initial 6 month review meeting and subsequent PDR meetings with line manager/senior nurse. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: This post is subject to the Terms and Conditions of employment of the Hospice as specified in the staff handbook. As an individual working within a health care environment, you are expected to maintain high standards of care and practice as required in professional guidelines and relevant codes of conduct. Competence You are responsible for limiting your actions to those that you feel competent to undertake. If you have any doubts about your competence during the course of your duties you should immediately speak to your line manager. This job description is an outline of the role and function; it is not intended to describe all specific tasks. The post is subject to an enhanced disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Passion for Palliative Care. Patient and understanding. Flexible approach to work. Enthusiastic team player Ability to liaise and network effectively Commitment to equal opportunities Ability to think laterally, problem solve and work flexibly. Non-judgemental Ability to manage time, self and workload Welsh Speaker. Skills, knowledge and abilities
Ability to motivate and lead others. Creative and innovative. Ability to work as part of the team. Motivational skills. Critical evaluation skills Awareness and understanding of the systems of palliative care delivery in Wales. Knowledge of advanced care planning. Knowledge and understanding of the work of volunteers. Qualifications
Registered Nurse Palliative Care Qualification Experience
18 months - 2 years working at Band 5 Record of achievement in developing clinical practice Experience of working with people with life limiting conditions Experience of working within and MDT Able to maintain accurate patient records in line with holistic needs, assessments and care plans 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.
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