Bank Registered Nurse

NHS; York; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated team at a hospice in York is seeking Bank Registered Nurses to provide compassionate care and support to patients with life-limiting illnesses. This role offers the opportunity to work in a multi-disciplinary team, with flexible shifts available. Ideal candidates will have a passion for hospice care and a Registered Nurse qualification. The position emphasizes individualised patient care and includes opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Salary above NHS pay scales

Reimbursement of NMC fees

High staff-to-patient ratios

Free parking

Excellent CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse qualification required.
• Experience in audit and evaluation.
• Understanding of the Department of Health End of Life Strategy.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled, compassionate care and symptom management.
• Maintain high nursing standards and accurate records.
• Participate in full shift rotations, including nights.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Flexibility

Digital literacy

Education

Registered Nurse

Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SystmOne

Job description

Are you looking to join a dedicated and caring team who support local patients when they need it the most?

We have a great opportunity for Bank Registered Nurses to join our multi-disciplinary team, providing high standards of skilled, compassionate nursing care and symptom management to patients. You don't have to be an RGN or have palliative care experience; we welcome applications from RMNs and RNLDs from all backgrounds.

This is a bank position, therefore shifts will be available on an ad hoc basis to cover holiday and sickness within the team.

Main duties of the job

This is an ideal opportunity for anyone wishing to extend and develop their palliative and end-of-life care skills. You will work with highly skilled staff across our In-Patient Unit and Hospice@Home Service, participating in a full shift rotation pattern (days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays).

This rewarding role involves providing individualised care, with our teams going above and beyond for patients and their families. If you have a passion for hospice care, we would love to hear from you.

What we can offer you:

• Salary above NHS pay scales
• Reimbursement of NMC fees
• High staff-to-patient ratios
• Work at a hospice engaged in research and campaigning
• Free parking
• Excellent CPD opportunities

What we need from you:

• Highly motivated, dynamic, and enthusiastic
• Ability to respond appropriately to emotionally challenging situations
• Excellent nursing skills, record keeping, and medicines management

About us

Our mission is to provide excellent care and support to those with life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones, enriching their lives and advancing end-of-life care. We prioritize patient-centered care and involve families in decision-making.

We achieve this through our dedicated colleagues, ongoing development, education, audit, and research.

We do not have sponsorship status; all offers are conditional upon candidates providing evidence of their right to work in the UK and completing pre-employment checks.

Job responsibilities

To work as part of the multidisciplinary team, providing skilled, compassionate care and symptom management to patients, supporting families and carers.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Maintain a multidisciplinary approach to individualised patient care, upholding high nursing standards.
• Assess patient and family needs, considering physical, psychological, social, and spiritual aspects.
• Plan, deliver, and evaluate care effectiveness.
• Keep accurate written records and communicate necessary information to team members.
• Participate in setting, implementing, and monitoring standards of practice, clinical governance, and audits.
• Comply with NMC registration requirements and engage in professional development and revalidation.
• Communicate effectively with patients, visitors, staff, and other departments; attend meetings as required.
• Safeguard patient property/valuables as per hospice policy.
• Participate in research projects as needed.
• Engage in full shift rotations, including nights.

Managerial

• Create a supportive working environment, being sensitive to colleagues' emotional needs.
• Maintain accurate records regarding drug administration and custody, following statutory and unit policies.
• Ensure safety standards are met, reporting hazards and incidents.
• Take charge of the inpatient unit with support from senior colleagues, following an appropriate period of orientation.
• Follow fire safety procedures and welcome visitors.
• Adhere to policies on holidays, sickness, and absence; exercise care with property and equipment.

Education

• Assist in training new staff and volunteers.
• Attend relevant training courses and study days.
• Mentor visiting professionals and share knowledge gained from secondments or study leave.
• Engage in role-related e-learning as directed.

Person Specification

Communication

• Sensitivity and empathy
• Effective team communication at all levels

Experience

• Understanding of the Department of Health End of Life Strategy
• Experience in audit and evaluation

Personal

• Confidentiality and discretion
• Ability to handle pressure and challenging environments
• Flexibility for short-notice changes
• Accuracy and methodical approach
• Commitment to hospice philosophy and care
• Reliability, punctuality, approachability, and teamwork
• Dedication to professional development

IT Skills

• Digital literacy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with SystmOne

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse
• MIP/MPP
• Degree

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to support fundraising activities
• Ability to work unsocial hours
• Enhanced DBS check
• Own vehicle and full UK driving license
• Knowledge of the local area

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975 (Exceptions Order). A disclosure check will be required to verify any criminal convictions.