Job summary
An exciting
opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced Registered
Nurse to work with the Palliative Day and Out of Hours Team. We are a small, friendly team who are
supportive of one another. Education, development and progression is encouraged
and supported and opportunities to develop are offered in line with appraisal
and personal development plans.
The Day and Out
of Hours Team are part of the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team and are supported
by our Specialist Nurses and Palliative Care Consultants to provide 24 hours
palliative and end of life care to patients and their significant others to
enable preferred place of death to be achieved.
Previous applicants need not apply.
THIS VACANCY IS NOT SUITABLE FOR INTERNATIONAL NURSES WISHING TO JOIN THE TRUST AS AN ADAPTATION NURSE. THESE VACANCIES WILL BE ADVERTISED VIA NHS JOBS WHEN THEY ARISE.
Main duties of the job
Part time hours are available, working shift patterns include day,
evening and Night Shift where required.
The main duties of the role are:
To lead and coordinate the delivery and development of the palliative
care service through the use of effective evidence based practice in line with
agreed national standards for patient safety and clinical practice
To provide the highest standard of holistic care for patients with
advanced life limiting illnesses and their carers through the utilisation of
specialised clinical care and advice in the assessment and management of
patients, working autonomously and with the multi-disciplinary team to improve
the quality and safety of patient care
To work as part of an Integrated team and be
accountable for the planning and delivery of all aspects of palliative and end
of life care as set out in the NMC code
To continuously improve clinical care
standards in line with the clinical governance framework to ensure the highest quality of care is provide in the safest manner
To provide clinical leadership, expertise and specialist clinical
advice and support to clinical staff on the management and care of patients
within palliative care and lead the effective delivery of care to patients
To lead in the provision of expert specialist palliative care
knowledge, care and experience to support the wider team, facilitating the
effective delivery of care to patients at all times
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
The post holder will work as part of a Community Team alongside the
Nursing Sister/Charge Nurse
To provide the highest standard of holistic care for patients with
advanced life limiting illnesses and their carers through the utilisation of skilled
palliative care within patients own homes which may include Nursing and
Residential Care Homes and establishments.
The post holder will be expected to provide appropriate emotional
support to patients, carers and families working under the direction of the
Nursing Sister/Charge Nurse and be able to assess the holistic needs of
patients and be able to plan, implement and evaluate care and treatment plans.
The post holder will have the ability to work collaboratively as part
of wider integration within Community Services, as well as be able to
contribute to multi-disciplinary Team working to ensure practice is efficient,
effective and evidence based.
The post holder will be expected to work flexibly to meet the needs of
the specialist Palliative Care Service and to be available to work evening and
night shift as required, and to cover the Sunderland area if required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
The post holder will work as part of a Community Team alongside the
Nursing Sister/Charge Nurse
To provide the highest standard of holistic care for patients with
advanced life limiting illnesses and their carers through the utilisation of skilled
palliative care within patients own homes which may include Nursing and
Residential Care Homes and establishments.
The post holder will be expected to provide appropriate emotional
support to patients, carers and families working under the direction of the
Nursing Sister/Charge Nurse and be able to assess the holistic needs of
patients and be able to plan, implement and evaluate care and treatment plans.
The post holder will have the ability to work collaboratively as part
of wider integration within Community Services, as well as be able to
contribute to multi-disciplinary Team working to ensure practice is efficient,
effective and evidence based.
The post holder will be expected to work flexibly to meet the needs of
the specialist Palliative Care Service and to be available to work evening and
night shift as required, and to cover the Sunderland area if required.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Long standing history of end of life care/palliative care environment at senior level
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration
- Degree in nursing studies or healthcare related subject.
- Evidence of Post Graduate studies in Palliative Care/oncology/related subject
Desirable
- Clinical Skills
- Advanced Nurse Prescribing.
- Evidence of Research/Audit
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information
- Able to work without supervision
- Competent in the use of IT such as Microsoft Office
- Evidence of CPD
- Knowledge of national health and social care policy relating in particular to the Regional and National Palliative and End of Life Care agenda
- Knowledge of evidence based guidelines e.g. NICE guidelines, NPSA alerts, current nursing legislation
Desirable
- Venepuncture
- cannulation competency
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Long standing history of end of life care/palliative care environment at senior level
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration
- Degree in nursing studies or healthcare related subject.
- Evidence of Post Graduate studies in Palliative Care/oncology/related subject
Desirable
- Clinical Skills
- Advanced Nurse Prescribing.
- Evidence of Research/Audit
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information
- Able to work without supervision
- Competent in the use of IT such as Microsoft Office
- Evidence of CPD
- Knowledge of national health and social care policy relating in particular to the Regional and National Palliative and End of Life Care agenda
- Knowledge of evidence based guidelines e.g. NICE guidelines, NPSA alerts, current nursing legislation
Desirable
- Venepuncture
- cannulation competency
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).
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