St Luke’s Hospice

Bank Staff Nurse

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Job summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Staff Nurse to join our In-Patient Centre team. The successful candidate will provide holistic nursing care, ensuring the dignity, safety, and comfort of our patients at all times. This role is integral in delivering high-quality palliative and end-of-life care while supporting patients' physical, psychological, spiritual, and emotional needs. As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the ongoing development of care services and act as a role model for junior staff.

Main duties of the job

Deliver compassionate and individualised nursing care to patients in the In-Patient Centre. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Ensure the safe administration and management of medications in line with professional standards. Provide emotional support, information, and guidance to patients and their families. Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, adhering to legal and professional guidelines. Supervise and mentor junior staff, healthcare assistants, and student nurses. Uphold and promote St Lukes values in daily practice: Compassionate, Dignified, Inspired, Pioneering. Ensure compliance with clinical governance, risk management, and infection control policies. Participate in ongoing professional development, research, and service improvements.

About us

St Lukes is a respected palliative care charity, providing specialist care and support to individuals with life-limiting illnesses and their families. Our In-Patient Centre offers a welcoming and peaceful environment, where patients receive expert care tailored to their individual needs. We are committed to upholding our core valuesCompassionate, Dignified, Inspired, and Pioneeringto ensure we deliver the highest standard of care. Working at St Lukes means being part of a team that is passionate about making a real difference in peoples lives while also fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace culture.

Details

Date posted

14 February 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,000 a year

Contract

Bank

Duration

1 days

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

STL1080200

Job locations

Little Common Lane

Sheffield

South Yorkshire

S11 9NE


Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Care: Provide expert palliative nursing care, ensuring the comfort and well-being of patients. Team Collaboration: Work closely with doctors, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver holistic care. Medication Management: Administer medications safely and in accordance with NMC and hospice policies. Patient & Family Support: Offer guidance and emotional support to patients and their loved ones. Leadership & Development: Supervise junior staff, contribute to service improvements, and engage in professional learning. Quality & Safety: Maintain high clinical standards, participate in audits, and adhere to risk management procedures.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Care: Provide expert palliative nursing care, ensuring the comfort and well-being of patients. Team Collaboration: Work closely with doctors, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver holistic care. Medication Management: Administer medications safely and in accordance with NMC and hospice policies. Patient & Family Support: Offer guidance and emotional support to patients and their loved ones. Leadership & Development: Supervise junior staff, contribute to service improvements, and engage in professional learning. Quality & Safety: Maintain high clinical standards, participate in audits, and adhere to risk management procedures.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Knowledge of the palliative care approach
  • Knowledge of the value of audit
  • Post registration experience (at least 12 months)
  • Team nursing experience

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered General Nurse

Desirable

  • Evidence of post graduate education
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Knowledge of the palliative care approach
  • Knowledge of the value of audit
  • Post registration experience (at least 12 months)
  • Team nursing experience

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered General Nurse

Desirable

  • Evidence of post graduate education

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).

Additional information

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

Address

Little Common Lane

Sheffield

South Yorkshire

S11 9NE


Employer's website

https://www.stlukeshospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

St Luke’s Hospice

Address

Little Common Lane

Sheffield

South Yorkshire

S11 9NE


Employer's website

https://www.stlukeshospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Nursing Services

Michelle Russell

m.russell@hospicesheffield.co.uk

01142369911

Details

Date posted

14 February 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,000 a year

Contract

Bank

Duration

1 days

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

STL1080200

Job locations

Little Common Lane

Sheffield

South Yorkshire

S11 9NE


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