Job summary
Full time and part time hours available
£30,131.29 - £38,912.32 pro rata per annum (depending on experience)
Shift enhancements, Golden Hello and staff benefits
At St Michaels Hospice, we are
committed to providing the highest quality of care to our patients and their
families. As a member of our clinical team, you will have the opportunity to
make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for nurses who are
passionate about palliative care and have transferable nursing skills and
experience. You will be able to build a natural and trusted rapport with
patients and families, and provide compassionate care and support to those who
need it most.
Our ideal candidate has excellent
communication skills, sound judgement, and a real commitment to patient-centred
interdisciplinary team working. You will be able to openly and honestly support
people with sensitive topics including loss, grief and dying.
While palliative care experience is
desirable, it is not essential to join our Hospice team as a Registered Nurse
or Registered Nurse Associate. We welcome newly graduated nurses, nurses
interested in part-time (day or night shift) or bank work, and nurses with
experience in other fields interested in a career change.
We invite you to spend the day with us
to meet the team and gain insight into how you can make a difference to
patients and their families by joining St Michaels Hospice.
About us
At St Michaels Hospice we offer a friendly, team orientated work environment a good pension scheme with the option to continue any existing NHS pension scheme membership, an Employee Assistance Programme, Benenden Healthcare, up to 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, subsidised employee meals and free refreshments, free parking, supportive supervision and a proactive Education Department to support with your development. Hospice employees also qualify for a Blue Light Card with access to a huge array of discounts. This post also attracts a Golden Hello payment which will start on sucessful completion of 6 months probation.
To apply for this position please complete an application form. Please note CVs will not be accepted. We can make information about the vacancy available in alternative formats (for example, large print) on request, and we will consider applications in alternative formats (for example, electronically) if required, in which case please contact the St Michael's Hospice HR Team.
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check
Please note if a vacancy is part time the salary will be pro rata.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work within the nursing and
multi-professional team to ensure a high standard of care within the In-Patient
Unit (IPU). Under the indirect
supervision of the IPU Team Leader, to be able to organise own workload with
regards to assessing patient needs, and in planning, implementation and
evaluation of a programme of care. To
practice evidence-based care that utilizes all available resources, taking into
consideration the lifestyle, gender and cultural background of the patient and
ensures involvement with their family, carers and significant others as per the
patients wishes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work within the nursing and
multi-professional team to ensure a high standard of care within the In-Patient
Unit (IPU). Under the indirect
supervision of the IPU Team Leader, to be able to organise own workload with
regards to assessing patient needs, and in planning, implementation and
evaluation of a programme of care. To
practice evidence-based care that utilizes all available resources, taking into
consideration the lifestyle, gender and cultural background of the patient and
ensures involvement with their family, carers and significant others as per the
patients wishes.
Person Specification
Mental Effort
Essential
- Frequent requirement for high levels of concentration. Pattern predictable. Frequent exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances, care of terminally ill patient, deterioration / death
Physical Effort
Essential
- Frequent moderate physical effort over short periods. Lift and push light objects, bend over patients, kneel, turn, and move patients. On feet for majority of shift (6 or 12 hours) working day and night shifts.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Sound nursing knowledge and skills, including hands on care, assessment, holistic advice and support
- Ability to demonstrate effective communication skills with colleagues, patients and others both in person and via telephone/ video call
- Ability to work effectively as an autonomous nurse and within interdisciplinary team
- Keyboard skills and computer literacy
- Ability to make informed decisions and empowering others to do same
Desirable
- Advanced Communication skills (Connected or Sage and Thyme)
- Knowledge of legislation regulating Care Homes/Hospices
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN/RMN Diploma/Degree in Adult Nursing
- Accredited module in palliative or end of life care(or willingness to work towards)
Desirable
- Accredited Mentorship Course
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a clinical environment including wards, community & care homes
- Experience of working with vulnerable adults
Desirable
- Previous Hospice/ palliative care/oncology experience
- Previous experience of dealing with palliative care patients and families
- Experience of working for a charity
Qualities
Essential
- Commitment to person-centred care
- Compassionate and empathetic, able to build rapport with diverse individuals
- Genuine desire to support the best outcomes for patients and families at the end of life
- Professional and committed to delivering the highest standards of care
- Able to work under pressure and adapt as required
Desirable
- Have a current professional portfolio.
- Have given some thought to career pathway
Person Specification
Mental Effort
Essential
- Frequent requirement for high levels of concentration. Pattern predictable. Frequent exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances, care of terminally ill patient, deterioration / death
Physical Effort
Essential
- Frequent moderate physical effort over short periods. Lift and push light objects, bend over patients, kneel, turn, and move patients. On feet for majority of shift (6 or 12 hours) working day and night shifts.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Sound nursing knowledge and skills, including hands on care, assessment, holistic advice and support
- Ability to demonstrate effective communication skills with colleagues, patients and others both in person and via telephone/ video call
- Ability to work effectively as an autonomous nurse and within interdisciplinary team
- Keyboard skills and computer literacy
- Ability to make informed decisions and empowering others to do same
Desirable
- Advanced Communication skills (Connected or Sage and Thyme)
- Knowledge of legislation regulating Care Homes/Hospices
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN/RMN Diploma/Degree in Adult Nursing
- Accredited module in palliative or end of life care(or willingness to work towards)
Desirable
- Accredited Mentorship Course
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a clinical environment including wards, community & care homes
- Experience of working with vulnerable adults
Desirable
- Previous Hospice/ palliative care/oncology experience
- Previous experience of dealing with palliative care patients and families
- Experience of working for a charity
Qualities
Essential
- Commitment to person-centred care
- Compassionate and empathetic, able to build rapport with diverse individuals
- Genuine desire to support the best outcomes for patients and families at the end of life
- Professional and committed to delivering the highest standards of care
- Able to work under pressure and adapt as required
Desirable
- Have a current professional portfolio.
- Have given some thought to career pathway
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).
