Job summary
Be there when it matters most
At Sue Ryder, we believe everyone deserves expert,
compassionate care at the end of lifewherever they call home.
This is your chance to take hospice care beyond the
walls and into the communitymaking a real difference every single day.
About us
Leckhampton Court Hospice is the only specialist
palliative care unit in Gloucestershire, delivering expert care across
inpatient and community settings. Our Hospice at Home team brings the skills,
compassion and ethos of hospice care directly to patients and
familiessupporting them to live well, and die well, at home.
Main duties of the job
Were looking for a passionate and experienced nurse to join our Hospice at Home service.
You will -
Deliver
and lead high quality palliative and end-of-life care in patients homes
Support
people to remain where they feel most comfortable at home
Work across Cheltenham, Gloucester and Tewkesbury
Assess,
plan and deliver person-centred, evidence based care
This is a role for someone who thrives on autonomy,
compassion and clinical excellence.
About us
Benefits
- Enhanced pay
for unsociable hours
- Company pension
scheme
- Continuation of
NHS pension terms and conditions apply
- 27 days holiday
rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays
- NHS annual
leave honoured terms and conditions apply
- Enhanced
maternity and paternity pay
- Enhanced sick
pay
- Electric
Vehicle Scheme
- Healthcare Cash
plan, to claim back costs of routine healthcare
- Death in
Service benefit
- Staff discount on new goods online at shop.sueryder.org
- Structured
induction programme and learning and development opportunities.
At Sue Ryder,
we recognise that a diverse workforce helps us provide the best care. We are
committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, and eliminating discrimination.
We welcome
applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ individuals, those from lower socio-economic backgrounds, and people living
with disabilities.
As a Disability
Confident Committed employer, we support the Offer an Interview scheme,
guaranteeing interviews for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.
If you need
support with your application or interview, please email
recruitment@sueryder.org.
Youll have
access to staff networks supporting LGBTQ colleagues, ethnic diversity,
disability, and women and non-binary individuals, plus an Inclusion Passport
for workplace adjustments.
Join us in
creating a culture where everyone feels valued and able to thrive.
Job description
Job responsibilities
About you
Youre a
confident, compassionate nurse who leads by example.
You will bring:
The ability to work
independently in complex, fast-changing environments
Strong leadership and team
supervision skills
A commitment to delivering
outstanding patient and family-centred care
Excellent communication and
decision-making skills
Job description
Job responsibilities
About you
Youre a
confident, compassionate nurse who leads by example.
You will bring:
The ability to work
independently in complex, fast-changing environments
Strong leadership and team
supervision skills
A commitment to delivering
outstanding patient and family-centred care
Excellent communication and
decision-making skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum Essential Criteria
- (Disabled applicants who meet these criteria will be guaranteed an interview)
- Registered General Nurse with active registration with the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council
- Post-registration experience in a healthcare setting
- Experience of working independently in community or clinical environments
- Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage workload and prioritise in a dynamic environment
- Basic IT skills and ability to maintain accurate clinical records
- Willingness to travel across the community (driving licence/access to transport required)
Desirable
- Desirable Criteria
- Experience in specialist palliative or end-of-life care
- Experience in community nursing
- Mentorship or teaching experience
- Knowledge of current healthcare legislation and best practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum Essential Criteria
- (Disabled applicants who meet these criteria will be guaranteed an interview)
- Registered General Nurse with active registration with the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council
- Post-registration experience in a healthcare setting
- Experience of working independently in community or clinical environments
- Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage workload and prioritise in a dynamic environment
- Basic IT skills and ability to maintain accurate clinical records
- Willingness to travel across the community (driving licence/access to transport required)
Desirable
- Desirable Criteria
- Experience in specialist palliative or end-of-life care
- Experience in community nursing
- Mentorship or teaching experience
- Knowledge of current healthcare legislation and best practice
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).
