Job summary
We are currently recruiting for a
registered nurse to join our multi-disciplinary team committed to delivering a
high standard of specialist palliative care to patients and their families
within our In-Patient facilities.
You will be required to work on
internal rotation to include nights, weekends, and bank holidays. Palliative care experience would be an
advantage.
Main duties of the job
To work in a specialist palliative care environment, as part of a multidisciplinary team,
providing high standards of care to patients and families.
Under the supervision of the Senior Registered Nurse and Ward Sister, the Post Holder is
responsible for the assessment, development, implementation, and evaluation of
programmes of patient care.
To maintain agreed standards of care and to take an active part in the planning and
implementation of clinical audits to improve nursing practice. To provide qualified nursing
support to other aspects of the specialist palliative care service when necessary.
The Post Holder has no direct budget responsibilities, however, must be aware of cost
implications and make effective use of resources.
It is essential, for this position, to hold and maintain active registration as a General Nurse
on Part One or Two of the NMC Register
About us
Our employees and volunteers are
essential to the care we provide. In return for joining a team of people
having such a positive impact on others, we provide
A chance to make a real difference
Supportive working environment
Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
Generous annual leave entitlement of 35 days including bank
holidays, which increases with service.
Contributory pension scheme
Life Assurance
Non contributory medical cash plan with the option
to include your family members
Employee Assistance Programme
Enhanced sick pay scheme
Early Pay
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide the highest standard of evidence based research informed nursing care
for all patients To plan, assess, implement and evaluate programmes of care
3 To supervise and support members of the ward team to ensure that all patients receive
the appropriate care To provide a high standard of compassionate patient centred care. To maintain a compassionate, caring and safe environment for all To act as an advocate for the patients and their families and or carers, providing them
with information and support and directing them to the relevant support services where
appropriate. To plan effective discharge from admission, liaising with the multidisciplinary team,
other departments, social and community services as necessary. To develop and maintain clinical skills and knowledge necessary to provide research
informed, evidence-based nursing care. This includes expanded role responsibilities,
following appropriate competency-based training. To be competent and compliant in the administration of medicines in line with Hospice
policies. To use various electronic patient systems i.e. EPMA in accordance with Cornwall
Hospice Care policy and procedure. In the absence of senior staff take charge of the shift. This would include maintaining
the correct skill mix of staff for patient dependency, bed management, utilisation of
time and equipment To participate in staff appraisal as appraisee and as an appraiser of junior staff
members. To participate in Clinical Supervision. To actively contribute to the educational and practical training of learners and Health
Care Assistants Maintain patient, family, carers and staff confidentiality at all times within the NMC
code.
To supervise student / learner / unqualified nurses and demonstrate skills as a mentor
providing a good learning environment To participate in both informal and formal teaching of all staff Participate in further training and to maintain a commitment to professional
development, ensuring own personal practice is relevant and competence is
maintained. Ensure that mandatory training is always up to date in line with Cornwall Hospice
Care policy. Contribute to the development of the team, providing feedback, coaching and support
as necessary and appropriate. Act as a role model for junior staff and provide encouragement for motivation in order
to achieve clinical goals for service. Maintain own continuing professional development portfolio. To lead and supervise the work of unqualified staff within the team To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team. To be able to take charge of the ward in the absence of senior nursing staff To be productive and cost efficient in the delivery of patient centred care. To assist in ensuring that patient safety is a key priority within the daily discharge of
duty: actively participating in clinical audit / research, clinical risk and quality issues
and the reporting and initial management of incidents. Be aware of own sphere of clinical competence and responsibilities and work within
that sphere. Work within the NMC Code Participate in the annual staff appraisal process. Provide appropriate coaching and support for junior staff members, contributing to the
continuous professional development and safe practices of the team. Actively participate in and be proactive in contributing to clinical supervision. Assist in ensuring that patient safety is a key priority within the daily discharge of duty:
actively participating in clinical audit / research, clinical risk and quality issues and
the reporting and initial management of incidents. Support the clinical team in setting, monitoring, and developing standards of care,
policies and procedures. Ensure that all data protection and GDPR rules are always adhered to. To co-ordinate care involving members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that
planned care treatments are carried out and that multidisciplinary team members are
informed of changes in the patients condition. Demonstrate professional, courteous, and compassionate communication skills with
patients and their relatives carers. Development and maintain effective relationships with all staff and volunteers, the
community Team, other professionals, and external agencies. Using good communication Persuasive and negotiating skills to communicate
sensitive complex information.
General
This job description is intended to provide an outline of the duties and responsibilities of the
post and is not exhaustive and may be amended periodically as necessary. The post holder may be asked to undertake other duties within the general level and scope
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide the highest standard of evidence based research informed nursing care
for all patients To plan, assess, implement and evaluate programmes of care
3 To supervise and support members of the ward team to ensure that all patients receive
the appropriate care To provide a high standard of compassionate patient centred care. To maintain a compassionate, caring and safe environment for all To act as an advocate for the patients and their families and or carers, providing them
with information and support and directing them to the relevant support services where
appropriate. To plan effective discharge from admission, liaising with the multidisciplinary team,
other departments, social and community services as necessary. To develop and maintain clinical skills and knowledge necessary to provide research
informed, evidence-based nursing care. This includes expanded role responsibilities,
following appropriate competency-based training. To be competent and compliant in the administration of medicines in line with Hospice
policies. To use various electronic patient systems i.e. EPMA in accordance with Cornwall
Hospice Care policy and procedure. In the absence of senior staff take charge of the shift. This would include maintaining
the correct skill mix of staff for patient dependency, bed management, utilisation of
time and equipment To participate in staff appraisal as appraisee and as an appraiser of junior staff
members. To participate in Clinical Supervision. To actively contribute to the educational and practical training of learners and Health
Care Assistants Maintain patient, family, carers and staff confidentiality at all times within the NMC
code.
To supervise student / learner / unqualified nurses and demonstrate skills as a mentor
providing a good learning environment To participate in both informal and formal teaching of all staff Participate in further training and to maintain a commitment to professional
development, ensuring own personal practice is relevant and competence is
maintained. Ensure that mandatory training is always up to date in line with Cornwall Hospice
Care policy. Contribute to the development of the team, providing feedback, coaching and support
as necessary and appropriate. Act as a role model for junior staff and provide encouragement for motivation in order
to achieve clinical goals for service. Maintain own continuing professional development portfolio. To lead and supervise the work of unqualified staff within the team To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team. To be able to take charge of the ward in the absence of senior nursing staff To be productive and cost efficient in the delivery of patient centred care. To assist in ensuring that patient safety is a key priority within the daily discharge of
duty: actively participating in clinical audit / research, clinical risk and quality issues
and the reporting and initial management of incidents. Be aware of own sphere of clinical competence and responsibilities and work within
that sphere. Work within the NMC Code Participate in the annual staff appraisal process. Provide appropriate coaching and support for junior staff members, contributing to the
continuous professional development and safe practices of the team. Actively participate in and be proactive in contributing to clinical supervision. Assist in ensuring that patient safety is a key priority within the daily discharge of duty:
actively participating in clinical audit / research, clinical risk and quality issues and
the reporting and initial management of incidents. Support the clinical team in setting, monitoring, and developing standards of care,
policies and procedures. Ensure that all data protection and GDPR rules are always adhered to. To co-ordinate care involving members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that
planned care treatments are carried out and that multidisciplinary team members are
informed of changes in the patients condition. Demonstrate professional, courteous, and compassionate communication skills with
patients and their relatives carers. Development and maintain effective relationships with all staff and volunteers, the
community Team, other professionals, and external agencies. Using good communication Persuasive and negotiating skills to communicate
sensitive complex information.
General
This job description is intended to provide an outline of the duties and responsibilities of the
post and is not exhaustive and may be amended periodically as necessary. The post holder may be asked to undertake other duties within the general level and scope
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- It is essential, for this position, to hold and maintain active registration as a General Nurse
- on Part One or Two of the NMC Register.
- Organisational responsibilities
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- It is essential, for this position, to hold and maintain active registration as a General Nurse
- on Part One or Two of the NMC Register.
- Organisational responsibilities
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).
