Job summary
We welcome applications to join the In-Patient Unit team, supporting the Specialist Palliative Care Unit Manager and Sisters.
The ideal candidate will be a registered nurse, willing to commit to study at least to Masters Level and should have excellent communication and organisational skills, leadership and teaching experience and extensive palliative care experience as a staff nurse.
Main duties of the job
The post holder(s) will be responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. The successful candidate will act as specialist resource within a multidisciplinary team, with managerial, educative and quality assurance responsibilities.
About us
As an employee, you will be offered a range of benefits, including 27 days holiday (pro rata for part time staff), access to our Employee Assistance Programme, high-quality, low-cost meals at our Dalton site and complementary therapies. NHS Pensions are also transferable for those already contributing.
The Kirkwood provide specialist care, free of charge, to adults in Kirklees with advanced, progressive illnesses at any time from diagnosis to the end of life, respecting their individual needs and wishes. Care and support are also provided for their family members, friends, and carers, both during the illness and after death. Through education, training, and partnership with others, we improve care for everyone affected by a life limiting illness.
Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Summary
Working to support the Matron and In-Patient Unit Manager within our In-Patient Unit, you will be responsible for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. You will also demonstrate and develop a high-quality nursing care through evidence based practice whilst supporting other team members.
Primary Responsibilities
Clinical Role
To act as a Primary Nurse, responsible for the organisation of patient care and delegation of duties to nursing staff. To participate in all patient care activities, giving guidance and support as necessary to other team members.
Managerial Role
Educational Role
Quality Assurance Role
Other Responsibilities
We are:
This job description is not exhaustive therefore the employer and employee share responsibility to review and amend this job description in order to reflect any changes in role/development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Summary
Working to support the Matron and In-Patient Unit Manager within our In-Patient Unit, you will be responsible for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. You will also demonstrate and develop a high-quality nursing care through evidence based practice whilst supporting other team members.
Primary Responsibilities
Clinical Role
To act as a Primary Nurse, responsible for the organisation of patient care and delegation of duties to nursing staff. To participate in all patient care activities, giving guidance and support as necessary to other team members.
Managerial Role
Educational Role
Quality Assurance Role
Other Responsibilities
We are:
This job description is not exhaustive therefore the employer and employee share responsibility to review and amend this job description in order to reflect any changes in role/development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse.
- First Degree in relevant subject area.
Desirable
- Post-registration palliative care qualification ENB 931, 285 certificate in palliative care.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Demonstratable palliative care knowledge including symptom control.
- A positive attitude to change with the knowledge of implementing and managing change.
- Awareness of evidence based practice and the need for audit and research.
- Ability to demonstrate an awareness of the impact of loss and bereavement on self and others.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to assess and deliver care to meet complex patient needs.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Demonstrates care and compassion.
Experience
Essential
- Extensive palliative care/hospice experience at Staff Nurse level.
- Experience of multi-professional team working.
- Leadership experience.
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse.
- First Degree in relevant subject area.
Desirable
- Post-registration palliative care qualification ENB 931, 285 certificate in palliative care.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Demonstratable palliative care knowledge including symptom control.
- A positive attitude to change with the knowledge of implementing and managing change.
- Awareness of evidence based practice and the need for audit and research.
- Ability to demonstrate an awareness of the impact of loss and bereavement on self and others.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to assess and deliver care to meet complex patient needs.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Demonstrates care and compassion.
Experience
Essential
- Extensive palliative care/hospice experience at Staff Nurse level.
- Experience of multi-professional team working.
- Leadership experience.
Desirable
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.
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).
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.
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).
