Band 6 Hospice Lead Nurse

Integrated Care System; Wirral; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wirral is seeking an experienced Hospice Lead Nurse to oversee the clinical delivery of care for children and young adults with complex medical needs. Responsibilities include providing leadership to the care team, ensuring high-quality palliative care, and managing staffing levels. Candidates should have extensive experience in paediatric palliative care and relevant qualifications. The position offers a salary range of £37,400 to £45,000 annually depending on experience.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Life cover

Employee Assistance Program

Access to training and courses

Qualifications

• Significant post-registration experience in a relevant paediatric environment.
• Experience in paediatric palliative/end of life care.
• Understanding of the needs of children with life limiting conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and professional support to the care team.
• Coordinate the care for children receiving palliative care.
• Ensure compliance with care documentation standards.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Communication skills

Team management

Palliative care experience

Problem-solving

Education

RSCN, RN (Child), RGN & RNLD

ENB 998 or equivalent

Non-medical prescribing qualification

Job description

TheHospice Lead Nurse (Band 6) role provides clinical leadership for the in-houseHospice Care Team, as well as providing support, guidance, and line management toa small group of staff.

We are looking for an experienced nurse who hasthe knowledge, skill, and aptitude to take the lead and responsibility in anygiven clinical situation when providing nursing care for children and youngadults with complex medical needs and palliative care. This role will work inthe off-duty hours 24/7 to either provide or support the clinical care deliveryto ensure the highest standards of care. The post holder will be capable andconfident in their clinical judgement and decision-making, taking overallaccountability for the running of the clinical shifts, which includes on-callprovision. The role will also have a small cohort of staff to support withappraisals and clinical development. For all successful applicants, adevelopment programme will be structured (approx. 2 years, depending on gaps)to achieve all aspects and qualifications required to fulfil the function ofthe role fully.

This role is ideally full-time,but part-time hours will be considered. This post works flexibly, including rotationonto nights to cover a 24/7, 365-day service.

We welcome flexible workingapplications.

Main duties of the job

Main Purpose of Job

This role will support the Hospice Manager and Deputy Hospice Manager in leading the in-house team and take responsibility for the 24/7 clinical delivery of safe and effective care within the hospice and in the child/YPs own home environment where appropriate, to ensure that all children, young people and their families receive high quality and effective evidence based palliative and end of life care.

The post holder will lead, manage and develop the in-house care team acting as a positive role model to foster and embed a motivating and positive culture in line with the organisational values.

Scope of Job

To coordinate and lead on a rota basis the 24/7 delivery of hospice care

To co-ordinate the care for a case load of children receiving care on a day to day basis, ensuring that all children and their families receive safe and effective care and supportive interventions to meet their identified needs

• To lead, manage and develop a small team of registered and unregistered care staff
• To contribute to clinical leadership and practice development across clinical services
• To contribute to clinical governance and quality, including medicines management, clinical incidents, infection prevention and control, health and safety and safeguarding for all clinical services.

Upon completion of the Non-Medical Prescribing course, contribute to the in-house prescribing rota, ensuring safe prescribing processes are adhered to

About us

Position of the role in Claire House

The post holder reports to the Deputy Hospice Manager and/or Hospice Manager and is accountable to the Director of Clinical Services

The post holder will have line management and clinical leadership responsibilities for a designated team of registered and unregistered staff

The post holder will work collaboratively with the Deputy Hospice Manager and with other Teams within the clinical services to ensure the delivery of a safe and effective service to all children and families.

We recognise thatworking in a Childrens hospice is very different from that of the NHS, andsometimes applicants are not sure which role best suits their experience. Wehold Claire House values central to our recruitment process. Therefore, we welcome applicants to spend time atClaire House ahead of the interview. This consists of:having a tour of the hospice, spending time with a mix of hospice staff to findout more about the role, and having time to ask questions in a more relaxedenvironment.

AllClaire House employees receive a rewards and recognition package which includesgenerous annual leave, life cover, free access to an Employee AssistanceProgram and counselling service, free parking, access to training and courses,and in-house clinical supervision. We offer additional payments for working unsociablehours and night shifts. You can alsocontinue with your NHS superannuation scheme or join the Claire House pensionscheme.

Job responsibilities

Dimensions and Limits of Authority

The post holder will have delegated responsibility and accountability for the day to day operational management of hospice care services and reports directly to the Deputy Hospice Manager and/or Hospice Manager

The post holder will take leadership and line management responsibility for their team, including appraisals and sickness absence related issues. Appropriate advice should be sought from the Hospice Manager

Contribute to future service development in partnership with the Deputy Hospice Manager, Hospice Manager, and Clinical Leadership Team

To work without supervision ensuring personal accountability in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) code of conduct

5. Qualification and Skills Level

Professional background as a Registered Nurse Child, Adult or Learning Disabilities

ENB 998 or equivalent

Proven experience of caring for children and young people with life limiting / life threatening illnesses and their families

Experience/Qualification in paediatric palliative care

Evidence of leadership and line management skills

Extended clinical competencies

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Clinical Supervisor

Non-Medical Prescribing qualification (willing to complete)

Paediatric Clinical Examination qualification (willing to complete)

Part 2: MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Job description

Job responsibilities

Dimensions and Limits of Authority

The post holder will have delegated responsibility and accountability for the day to day operational management of hospice care services and reports directly to the Deputy Hospice Manager and/or Hospice Manager

The post holder will take leadership and line management responsibility for their team, including appraisals and sickness absence related issues. Appropriate advice should be sought from the Hospice Manager

Contribute to future service development in partnership with the Deputy Hospice Manager, Hospice Manager, and Clinical Leadership Team

To work without supervision ensuring personal accountability in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) code of conduct

5. Qualification and Skills Level

Professional background as a Registered Nurse Child, Adult or Learning Disabilities

Extensive relevant experience

ENB 998 or equivalent

Proven experience of caring for children and young people with life limiting / life threatening illnesses and their families

Experience/Qualification in paediatric palliative care

Evidence of leadership and line management skills

Extended clinical competencies

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Appraiser training/qualification

Clinical Supervisor

Risk assessment training

Non-Medical Prescribing qualification (willing to complete)

Paediatric Clinical Examination qualification (willing to complete)

Part 2: MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Responsibility for Staff

• In partnership with the Deputy Hospice Manager & Hospice Manager provide clinical leadership and professional support to the care team to ensure the effective day to day management of the in-house hospice service provision
• With the Deputy Hospice Manager manage staffing levels, skill mix and patterns of working, annual leave and sickness absence to ensure that service provision is appropriate, safe, effective and flexible to meet the needs of the children and families and ensures that hospice resources and facilities are used to maximum effect
• To lead, manage and develop a small team of registered and unregistered care staff

• To ensure that all staff in their designated team have relevant and smart objectives identified and receive regular one to one reviews, appraisals and have a personal development plan
• To provide clinical leadership and professional support for palliative, end of life and early bereavement care in partnership with the Family Support and Rapid Response Team
• Participate in the recruitment and selection of new staff, ensuring all new staff receive an appropriate induction package and allocation of a mentor
• To work alongside, supervise and induct new members of staff ensuring clinical tasks and work load are delegated appropriately and clinical competencies achieved
• To implement systems to encourage reflective practice and clinical supervision opportunities
• To participate in senior staff and other clinical meetings as required and complete all delegated actions

2. Responsibility for Patient Care

To be a competent, knowledgeable practitioner, ensuring the provision of excellent, evidence based nursing care for the children, young people and their families

Provide specialist nursing and clinical knowledge and advice to support and facilitate high quality, individualised care to children and young people in collaboration with the multi-professional team

Work in partnership with parents/carers and professionals to identify the care needs of the child/young person and plan care recognising best practice and evidence based guidelines

To participate in the clinical leader on-call rota as required by the Hospice Manager

To ensure that all care is assessed, planned and delivered to the highest standard and evaluated continuously to ensure safe and effective care for all children and young people

• Work closely with the care coordination team and Deputy Hospice Manager to ensure the effective coordination of both new referrals, planned and emergency respite, and end of life care
• Ensure that accurate nursing / care records are maintained for all children, young people and families in accordance with professional standards / guidance on documentation
• To be competent in Claire Houses core and extended clinical competencies
• To be responsible and accountable for the safe administration of medicines within the hospice on a shift basis ensuring medicine management policies and procedures are adhered to
• To complete the relevant qualifications to practice as a supplementary and independent prescriber adhering to NMC guidelines
• Provide clinical leadership and professional support for all issues relating to Safeguarding and Safer Working Practice for both children and young adults, working to Safeguarding and Prevention of Vulnerable Adults policies and procedures
• To ensure care delivery complies with moving and handling policies and procedures
• Liaise with health and social care professionals as required to ensure the care provided at the Hospice is coordinated and delivered to meet the specific needs of the child and family

• Provide information for children, young people and families, giving clear on-going information as the childs illness progresses, ensuring that parents are facilitated to maintain control and make informed decisions relating to the care of their child
• Develop and implement systems that ensure effective day-to-day communication in respect of childrens and young peoples health and care management with parents/carers
• To participate and attend Multi-disciplinary team meetings as required
• To act as an advocate for the child and family
• To liaise and keep updated with the Rapid Response and Family Support Teams to ensure effective communication and collaborative service delivery

To provide specialist advice and direct clinical care and support in relation to palliative and end of life care

To be able to undertake the mental, physical and emotional demands of the role, whilst at the same time taking care to safeguard their own health and safety as well as fellow care team members, children, young people and their family

1. Responsibility for Clinical Leadership and Practice Development

Work closely and collaboratively with the Deputy Hospice Manager, Hospice Manager and other teams across the clinical services to act as positive role models for the Hospice Care Team including volunteers

Provide visible clinical leadership to promote a strong positive culture, working closely and collaboratively with whole care team

• To work in partnership with the Practice Education & Quality Team to develop and deliver education and training for the multi-disciplinary care team, including attainment of clinical competencies
• To participate in the orientation of new staff, students and volunteers. Acting as mentor/sign off mentor as and when required

Provide motivational leadership, coaching and support to direct reports and wider care team

To regularly meet all members of their team both individually and as a team to provide, support, coaching, monitor performance and delegate specific tasks and roles

To act as an appraiser for staff

• To identify ways of continued quality improvement, through clinical audit and using and encouraging reflective practice through Clinical Supervision
• To take responsibility for maintaining his/her own professional development. Meeting with the Deputy Hospice Manager or Hospice Manager for regular 121s, appraisals, identifying and agreeing personal objectives and development plan
• To deliver education and training programmes for external partners and higher education as directed by CLT
• To be proactive in identifying ways of improving and developing clinical practice. Contributing positively to the development and audit of standards and, when appropriate, taking responsibility for identified project work / research
• To attend regular meetings with the multi-disciplinary team to discuss individual children, respecting and inviting the sharing of skills and expertise and raising awareness of all the hospice services to both professionals and families
• To lead and co-ordinate hospice special interest groups

Please see the attached document for the full job description.

Person Specification

Experience

• Significant post-registration experience in relevant paediatric environment
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary Team
• Significant experience of coordinating a shift/care delivery
• Line management of a small team
• Understanding of specific needs of children/ young people with life limiting/ threatening conditions
• Experience in paediatric palliative/ end of life care
• Experience of undertaking audit
• Experience of risk assessments
• Recruitment and service development
• Experience of working in a hospice experience
• Knowledge/experience of working for a charity
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance

Personal Qualities

• Enthusiastic and motivated
• Supportive of colleagues, children and families
• Flexible able to cover a range of shifts in a 24-hour period
• Ability to motivate self and others
• Professional manner
• Approachable, fair and consistent
• Honest and trustworthy
• Ability to work on own initiative

Special Circumstances/Additional Requirements

Skills & Abilities

• Effective advanced communication skills
• Relate well with children, families and other healthcare professionals
• Assist and encourage in the professional development of others
• Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise and delegate work load
• Proven experience of assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care
• Ability to record information in a concise, accurate and legible manner
• Excellent interpersonal and team working skills
• Ability to problem solve
• Competent in advanced clinical care skills e.g. IVs, tracheostomy care, care of long term ventilation etc
• High level of personal responsibility and accountability
• IT and Presentation skills
• Ability to trouble shoot and demonstrate clinical leadership as part of the on call system
• Coaching skills

Qualifications

• RSCN, RN (Child), RGN & RNLD with relevant paediatric experience
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Evidence of complying with NMC/PREP requirements
• ENB 998, NM 3.157 or equivalent
• Non-medical prescribing V300
• Clinical Supervision training
• Advanced communication skills training
• Leadership skills training or qualification
• Working towards level 7 (Masters Level)

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.

£37,400 to £45,000 a yearPay review pending