Job summary
Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference?
Ashgate Hospice is recruiting a Registered Nurse to join our Inpatient Unit (IPU) on a fixed-term basis, following the success of our Save a Precious Bed fundraising appeal. This funding has enabled us to maintain additional inpatient bed capacity for a defined period, ensuring patients continue to receive safe, high-quality specialist palliative and end of life care.
Youll be part of a highly supportive multidisciplinary team, working in an environment where there is time to care, strong professional relationships, and a genuine focus on dignity, comfort and person-centred care. Whether you already have hospice experience or are keen to develop your skills in palliative care, we would welcome your application.
Main duties of the job
As a Registered Nurse within our Inpatient Unit, you will deliver high-quality, compassionate palliative and end of life nursing care to patients and those important to them. You will assess and respond to complex clinical needs, ensuring care is individualised and focused on comfort, dignity and quality of life.
Working closely with the multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to shared clinical decision-making and continuity of care across the patient journey. You will support patients and families through emotionally challenging times, offering skilled clinical care alongside sensitive communication and emotional support.
You will also contribute to the day-to-day running of the inpatient unit, including taking on shift leadership responsibilities when required and providing guidance and support to junior colleagues. Your role will help sustain inpatient capacity during a defined funding period and support the ongoing delivery of safe, person-centred care.
About us
Ashgate Hospice, based in North Derbyshire, provides free palliative and end of life care for adults with life-limiting and incurable illnesses, including cancer, neurological conditions, and advanced heart, kidney and lung disease. Last year, we supported more than 2,400 people.
We care for patients from diagnosis onwards, focusing on symptom management, dignity, and quality of life. We also support those important to them through practical help, emotional support and bereavement services. Our values Care, Compassion, Respect, Teamwork and Inclusivity guide everything we do. We are proud to be a values-led organisation and a strong advocate for sustainable end of life care in the UK.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role is fixed term for 12 months and is directly linked to funding raised through the Save a Precious Bed appeal. While the post is time-limited, there may be potential for extension depending on future funding, service demand and organisational circumstances.
Hours:
Part-time or full time, worked on
a rota basis provided 8 weeks in advance. Day shift: 07:00-19:30. Night shift: 19:00-07:30.
We may be able to offer shorter day shifts for further flexibility.
As
this is a 24-hour inpatient service, the role requires flexibility to work a
fair rotation of both day and night shifts to support safe staffing and
equitable rotas for the whole team.We are committed to being open and transparent about the nature of this role and will continue to communicate clearly with the post holder as circumstances evolve.
If you want to use your nursing skills where they truly matter, we would love to hear from you
To learn more about the role, please contact Karen Walker, Ward Manager, on 01246 568801 or email karen.walker@ashgatehospice.org.uk. You are also welcome to arrange a visit to the hospice.
Applications must be submitted via the Apply Now button on our website. Applications sent directly to HR or the recruiting manager will not be accepted.
Please note: This role does not meet the criteria for Tier 2 visa sponsorship under UK immigration rules, and we are therefore unable to support applications from candidates who require this sponsorship to work in the UK.
Additional information:
This role requires participation in a rotational rota, provided at least 8 weeks in advance.
Day shifts: 07:0019:30
Night shifts: 19:0007:30
Shorter day shifts may be available to support flexibility
A DBS check will be required as part of the pre-employment process
This role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker (Tier 2) visa sponsorship
We encourage staff vaccination against COVID-19 and flu unless exempt
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role is fixed term for 12 months and is directly linked to funding raised through the Save a Precious Bed appeal. While the post is time-limited, there may be potential for extension depending on future funding, service demand and organisational circumstances.
Hours:
Part-time or full time, worked on
a rota basis provided 8 weeks in advance. Day shift: 07:00-19:30. Night shift: 19:00-07:30.
We may be able to offer shorter day shifts for further flexibility.
As
this is a 24-hour inpatient service, the role requires flexibility to work a
fair rotation of both day and night shifts to support safe staffing and
equitable rotas for the whole team.We are committed to being open and transparent about the nature of this role and will continue to communicate clearly with the post holder as circumstances evolve.
If you want to use your nursing skills where they truly matter, we would love to hear from you
To learn more about the role, please contact Karen Walker, Ward Manager, on 01246 568801 or email karen.walker@ashgatehospice.org.uk. You are also welcome to arrange a visit to the hospice.
Applications must be submitted via the Apply Now button on our website. Applications sent directly to HR or the recruiting manager will not be accepted.
Please note: This role does not meet the criteria for Tier 2 visa sponsorship under UK immigration rules, and we are therefore unable to support applications from candidates who require this sponsorship to work in the UK.
Additional information:
This role requires participation in a rotational rota, provided at least 8 weeks in advance.
Day shifts: 07:0019:30
Night shifts: 19:0007:30
Shorter day shifts may be available to support flexibility
A DBS check will be required as part of the pre-employment process
This role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker (Tier 2) visa sponsorship
We encourage staff vaccination against COVID-19 and flu unless exempt
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RGN) with valid NMC registration
Experience
Essential
- Experience delivering compassionate, high-quality care within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong communication, organisational and teamwork skills
- Ability to work confidently in emotionally complex situations
- Commitment to person-centred, dignified care
- Willingness to work a fair rotational mix of day and night shifts as part of a 24-hour inpatient service
Desirable
- Experience in palliative care, oncology or a hospice setting
- Post-registration qualification in palliative care or mentorship
- Familiarity with electronic patient record systems (e.g. SystmOne)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RGN) with valid NMC registration
Experience
Essential
- Experience delivering compassionate, high-quality care within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong communication, organisational and teamwork skills
- Ability to work confidently in emotionally complex situations
- Commitment to person-centred, dignified care
- Willingness to work a fair rotational mix of day and night shifts as part of a 24-hour inpatient service
Desirable
- Experience in palliative care, oncology or a hospice setting
- Post-registration qualification in palliative care or mentorship
- Familiarity with electronic patient record systems (e.g. SystmOne)
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).
