Clinical Lead - End of Life Urgent Care Service (EOLUCS)

Job summary

Clinical Lead End of Life Urgent Care Service (EOLUCS)

30 hpw

Salary: St Lukes Band 7 £37,292 - £42,673.60(dependant on experience & qualifications)

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, well-motivated Clinical lead in end-of-life care.

You will be responsible for the operational management of the EOLUCS service/team, which supports community-based end of life (EOL) patients in meeting their preferred place of care/death and prevent inappropriate admission to secondary care.

The post holder will lead in clinical decision making for those patients under the care of EOLUCS, undertaking specialist holistic assessment of patient/family needs in partnership with the patient and their family/carer as required. Developing and being responsible for networking and building relationships with both internal and external health and social services to ensure patients receive appropriate joined up care as part of a system wide approach to EOL care within the catchment area we serve as a Hospice.

St Lukes is a friendly, dynamic and progressive organisation, where innovation and a can-do ethos is championed; we would value those with the desire to work in this specialist area.

As a staff member of St Lukes you will receive an attractive employment package, which includes 7 weeks annual leave rising with service (inc. bank hols) and membership to a cash back health plan.

We encourage informal discussions with the Head of Community Team Jen Nicholls on 01752 964 200/ 07920561750

Main duties of the job

For further information regarding the main duties of this role, please see the Job Description attached

About us

Why work for St Lukes?

We value all our people - not only our specialist doctors, nurses and social workers, but also our colleagues more behind the scenes, from our maintenance and catering staff to our fundraisers, administrators, educators and IT team. And that's just to name a few! It takes a vast variety of skills, experience and knowledge to keep our vital service running smoothly.

As an Employer of Choice, we offer our staff a wide range of benefits and rewards. Not only generous annual leave and pension schemes, but a fantastic health scheme to help towards the cost of eye tests, dental care and physiotherapy. In addition, this gives you access a GP, and counselling and practical information helplines, 24/7.

While working with our hospice is hugely rewarding, knowing you're helping us make such an important difference, we recognise it's work that can be challenging emotionally. That's why, when you join us, we'll be here to support you all the way.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to join our friendly, award-winning team learn more about working life at St Lukes on our dedicated jobs page.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave

Training and Development Opportunities

Health Cost Contributions

Informal discussions are strongly recommended by contacting JenNicholls, Nurse Consultant/Head of Community Team, on01752 964 200 / 07920561750