Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Nurse to join The Rosemary Foundation Hospice at Home charity as our clinical lead.
We are a Nurse Led service providing palliative care over a 24 hour period and responding to SOS calls. You will be responsible for leading Registered Nurses and Health Care Assistants to provide high quality, safe and responsive nursing care that is evidenced based.
You will be an integral member of the Senior Leadership Team and you will support the Registered Manager in ensuring the delivery of excellence in palliative care nursing.
As a charity we have autonomy in how we manage our services, we are not time restricted in care delivery, enabling us to spend the time patients and their families need at the end of their lives and supporting them to die in their preferred place of care.
We are a cohesive and supportive team, as a charity the clinical team is involved in fund raising activities, where we engage with families and the public, have lots of fun and create positive memories for all. We receive high levels of positive feedback from families and the community at these events.
Are you someone who is innovative in their thinking, and can 'think outside' the box.
Do you enjoy developing staff to reach their maximum potential and wish to continue with your own personal development in a supportive environment.
Are you passionate about delivering exceptional palliative care, are highly motivated and a team player.
Then we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
To lead the day to day coordination of the clinical service and team
To lead the team to manage complex patient care needs with compassion and efficiency
The post holder will have a strong clinical presence in assessing and evaluating individual patients needs and identifying appropriate interventions for patients and their families
To ensure staff are appropriately trained, using a variety of mediums to deliver training and develop staff
The post holder will be skilled in collaborative working with a variety of Health Care Professionals , we often have a 'shared care' approach with our key partners, so ability to work collaboratively is important
To ensure appropriate Governance and Quality Assurance processes are in place
To support our volunteers , ensuring volunteers have easy and direct access to clinical support whilst undertaking their visits to patients homes
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills alongside a dynamic and motivated attitude are key requirements for this role
About us
The Rosemary Foundation is a Charity which enables us to be autonomous in how we deliver care and service in a flexible and responsive way, focusing on the needs of the patient and their family
We have a clinical team of 25 staff consisting of Nurses and HCAs and provide care over a 24 hour period
We are a cohesive, highly supportive team , flexible in our working patterns including using bank staff as required
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer who values and respects our employers knowledge, skills and experience
We encourage and welcome applicants from all sectors of the community
We have a pension scheme
We offer on going training and development based on individual need
We offer regular clinical supervision, available as a group or on an individual basis
There is access to counselling if required
We provide on call payment
Job description
Job responsibilities
THE ROSEMARY FOUNDATION
Role Summary - Clinical Lead
Job Title
Hospice at HomeClinical Lead
Location
The Rosemary Foundation (TRF)
Reporting to
Registered Manager/RN
Job Purpose
The post holder is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team- Registered Manager, Finance Manager, Operational & Fundraising Manager & Clinical Lead and is responsible for providing clinical expertise, leadership and development to Nurses and HCAs, to ensure delivery of excellence in palliative care services to patients and their families in the community.
Key Accountabilities, Responsibilities &Tasks
Role Specifics
In conjunction with the Registered Manager report and manage any complaints or safeguarding concerns from patients, their relatives, or others acting on their behalf and assist with investigation of complaints as necessary
Qualifications, Skills, Experience, Knowledge & Approach
Desirable
Skills
Knowledge
Communication
Maintain effective liaison with the Community Matrons & Nursing Teams/GPs, Macmillian Palliative Care Team, The Rowans Hospice and Emergency End of Life Rapid Response Team, Hospital Palliative care team, and the Ambulance Service
To contribute to bereavement care offered to families by facilitating bereavement support visits and assessing risk factors for bereavement, referring to TRF bereavement and counselling service, as necessary.
To develop and maintain effective working relationships with the Senior Leadership Team, Trustees, Fundraising Team, Administrative staff ,and volunteers.
Internal & External Contacts
External: Patients, carers and relatives, NHS Trusts, Primary Health Care Teams, other Hospices and Charitable organisations, Nursing & Care Homes, Social Services, Emergency Services, Funeral Directors, Coroner.
Decision Making
Mental and Physical Consideration, Working Conditions & Environment
Regular safe moving/handling of patients and equipment, including beds, mattresses, chairs and as necessary. Regular bending and stretching involved.
Health & Safety
General Data Protection Regulations
Under the provision of the General Data Protection Regulation 2018 GDPR, it is the responsibility of every employee and volunteer to ensure that all data, whether electronic or manual, is kept secure at all times. This includes data relating to patients, members of staff and volunteers. Data must not bed is closed to any unauthorised person and must be regarded as strictly confidential at all times. Failure to adhere to this instruction will be regarded as serious misconduct and could lead to dismissal. Further information can be obtained from the Confidentiality and Information Governance including Caldicott and GDPR compliance procedure.
Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
This post is subject to an exception orderunder the provisions ofthe Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.This stipulates that allpreviousconvictions, including those that are spent must be declared.Previousconvictions will not necessarilyprecludean individual from employment withinThe Rosemary Foundation, Hospice at Home,but must be declared in writing at theappropriate stageduring the recruitment process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
THE ROSEMARY FOUNDATION
Role Summary - Clinical Lead
Job Title
Hospice at HomeClinical Lead
Location
The Rosemary Foundation (TRF)
Reporting to
Registered Manager/RN
Job Purpose
The post holder is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team- Registered Manager, Finance Manager, Operational & Fundraising Manager & Clinical Lead and is responsible for providing clinical expertise, leadership and development to Nurses and HCAs, to ensure delivery of excellence in palliative care services to patients and their families in the community.
Key Accountabilities, Responsibilities &Tasks
Role Specifics
In conjunction with the Registered Manager report and manage any complaints or safeguarding concerns from patients, their relatives, or others acting on their behalf and assist with investigation of complaints as necessary
Qualifications, Skills, Experience, Knowledge & Approach
Desirable
Skills
Knowledge
Communication
Maintain effective liaison with the Community Matrons & Nursing Teams/GPs, Macmillian Palliative Care Team, The Rowans Hospice and Emergency End of Life Rapid Response Team, Hospital Palliative care team, and the Ambulance Service
To contribute to bereavement care offered to families by facilitating bereavement support visits and assessing risk factors for bereavement, referring to TRF bereavement and counselling service, as necessary.
To develop and maintain effective working relationships with the Senior Leadership Team, Trustees, Fundraising Team, Administrative staff ,and volunteers.
Internal & External Contacts
External: Patients, carers and relatives, NHS Trusts, Primary Health Care Teams, other Hospices and Charitable organisations, Nursing & Care Homes, Social Services, Emergency Services, Funeral Directors, Coroner.
Decision Making
Mental and Physical Consideration, Working Conditions & Environment
Regular safe moving/handling of patients and equipment, including beds, mattresses, chairs and as necessary. Regular bending and stretching involved.
Health & Safety
General Data Protection Regulations
Under the provision of the General Data Protection Regulation 2018 GDPR, it is the responsibility of every employee and volunteer to ensure that all data, whether electronic or manual, is kept secure at all times. This includes data relating to patients, members of staff and volunteers. Data must not bed is closed to any unauthorised person and must be regarded as strictly confidential at all times. Failure to adhere to this instruction will be regarded as serious misconduct and could lead to dismissal. Further information can be obtained from the Confidentiality and Information Governance including Caldicott and GDPR compliance procedure.
Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
This post is subject to an exception orderunder the provisions ofthe Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.This stipulates that allpreviousconvictions, including those that are spent must be declared.Previousconvictions will not necessarilyprecludean individual from employment withinThe Rosemary Foundation, Hospice at Home,but must be declared in writing at theappropriate stageduring the recruitment process.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN or Adult RN Adult Branch
- On NMC Register parts 1 and 2
- Educated to Degree Level
- Evidence of relevant area of study or qualification in Palliative Care
Desirable
- Community Nursing qualification
- Teaching qualification
Experience
Essential
- Five years experience in Palliative Care or Community Nursing
- Information Technology Skills. particularly Systmone knowledge
- Evidence of Service Development and Implementation
- Driving Licence and Car Owner
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN or Adult RN Adult Branch
- On NMC Register parts 1 and 2
- Educated to Degree Level
- Evidence of relevant area of study or qualification in Palliative Care
Desirable
- Community Nursing qualification
- Teaching qualification
Experience
Essential
- Five years experience in Palliative Care or Community Nursing
- Information Technology Skills. particularly Systmone knowledge
- Evidence of Service Development and Implementation
- Driving Licence and Car Owner
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).