Job summary
We are looking for Registered Nurses to fulfil the role of Bank Palliative Nurse within our dynamic and dedicated team. This post offers the applicant the opportunity to work flexibly either during the day (flexible hours) or overnight (9 hour shift). You will based in the patients' homes.
Guided by the patients needs and wishes, Lawrence Nurses are able offer truly holistic and tailored care that's right for the individual.
This role offers the opportunity to work flexibly within a highly regarded local charity alongside like-minded professionals; all of whom share a passion for delivering the highest possible standard of care to patients and their families.
Applicants should contact the Operations Manager on sam.dulley@lawrencenurses.org for the application form.
Main duties of the job
As a Bank Nurse you will provide nursing care to palliative patients within their own homes. Working within laid down protocols and guidelines you will deliver care as specified in the Charity's protocols and procedures.
About us
Founded in 1999 in memory of the late Dr Martin Lawrence, Lawrence Nurses provides excellent holistic care for end of life patients who wish to remain within their home environment. Based in Chipping Norton, the service is provided in the local area by a team of dedicated nurses who work in partnership with the patient, their family, carers and the Community Nursing Service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide appropriate clinical support to palliative care patients and their carers within their own homes.
- Work within laid down protocols and guidelines to deliver careas specified in the Charity's policies and procedures.
- To adhere and be professionally accountable to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and be conversant with the Scope of Professional Practice and other NMC advisory papers.
- To report to the Registered Nurse Manager or in her absence, one of the identified Nursing Coordinators who are available for advice and guidance.
- To communicate and liaise where appropriate with the DN & Community Nursing Teams to receive and provide accurate and timely reports of any changes in the condition of the patient.
- Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing registration requirements or any national professional or occupational standards associated with the role.
- Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and development and to participate in any training relevant to the role.
- At all times and to all people act as an ambassador of Lawrence Nurses.
- Adhere to all health and safety and fire regulations and to co-operate with the Charity in maintaining good standards of health and safety.
- Uphold ethical and professional standards and not behave in a manner that is likely to bring the Charity into disrepute.
- Promote and sustain a responsible attitude towards equal opportunities and diversity within the Charity.
- To actively participate in the support of new nurses.
This job description is not exhaustive. It merely acts as a guide and may be amended to meet the changing requirements of the Charity at any time after discussion with the post holder.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide appropriate clinical support to palliative care patients and their carers within their own homes.
- Work within laid down protocols and guidelines to deliver careas specified in the Charity's policies and procedures.
- To adhere and be professionally accountable to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and be conversant with the Scope of Professional Practice and other NMC advisory papers.
- To report to the Registered Nurse Manager or in her absence, one of the identified Nursing Coordinators who are available for advice and guidance.
- To communicate and liaise where appropriate with the DN & Community Nursing Teams to receive and provide accurate and timely reports of any changes in the condition of the patient.
- Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing registration requirements or any national professional or occupational standards associated with the role.
- Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and development and to participate in any training relevant to the role.
- At all times and to all people act as an ambassador of Lawrence Nurses.
- Adhere to all health and safety and fire regulations and to co-operate with the Charity in maintaining good standards of health and safety.
- Uphold ethical and professional standards and not behave in a manner that is likely to bring the Charity into disrepute.
- Promote and sustain a responsible attitude towards equal opportunities and diversity within the Charity.
- To actively participate in the support of new nurses.
This job description is not exhaustive. It merely acts as a guide and may be amended to meet the changing requirements of the Charity at any time after discussion with the post holder.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of two years recent experience in palliative care either in the NHS or other relevant care setting.
Desirable
- Recent experience of working in the community
Qualifications
Essential
- RN Registration Level 1 or Level 2, with relevant post registration qualification, experience e.g. ENB 931or Diploma in Palliative care or be prepared to undertake further study relevant to the post
Desirable
- Degree in Palliative /cancer care or equivalent
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of two years recent experience in palliative care either in the NHS or other relevant care setting.
Desirable
- Recent experience of working in the community
Qualifications
Essential
- RN Registration Level 1 or Level 2, with relevant post registration qualification, experience e.g. ENB 931or Diploma in Palliative care or be prepared to undertake further study relevant to the post
Desirable
- Degree in Palliative /cancer care or equivalent
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).
