Clinical Lead, Palliative Care

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospice care is seeking a compassionate Clinical Lead to enhance the quality of life for patients and their families. In this pivotal role, you will oversee clinical operations, ensuring the highest standards of care delivery. You will manage clinical governance and lead a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional support and dignity to individuals facing terminal illness. This full-time position offers flexibility in hours and the opportunity to remain in the NHS Pension Scheme, making it an appealing opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in end-of-life care.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

NHS Pension Scheme eligibility

Blue Light eligibility

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with experience in palliative care and clinical governance.
• Proven experience in a senior health/social care position.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical aspects of hospice care and ensure high standards.
• Manage clinical governance arrangements and compliance with CQC requirements.
• Lead the interdisciplinary team and support continuous quality improvement.

Skills

Clinical Governance

Infection Control

Team Management

Palliative Care

Risk Management

Education

Degree in Nursing or equivalent

Job description

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Clinical Lead, Palliative Care, Gloucestershire

Client:

Pulse

Location:

Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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110

Posted:

11.04.2025

Expiry Date:

26.05.2025

Job Description:

Pulse Nursing are working with a renowned provider of compassionate hospice care dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for patients and their families during end-of-life journeys. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to providing exceptional support, comfort, and dignity to individuals facing terminal illness.

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Clinical Lead to join our dedicated team. As the Clinical Lead, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the clinical aspects of our hospice care program, ensuring the highest standards of care delivery while supporting and guiding our interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• To be the CQC Registered Manager
• To be the Caldicott Guardian.
• Provide an environment of continuous quality improvement.
• Manage the implementation of key areas of clinical governance arrangements, ensuring effective systems and processes are in place to provide appropriate Board assurance.
• Liaise with external specialist providers.
• Attend relevant training and cascade as appropriate.
• Assume the role of Infection Control Lead for the hospice.
• Follow policies and guidelines as per the Staff Employees Handbook and ensure the team also work within this guidance.
• Be aware of risk to self and others under Health and Safety Regulations.
• Verbally report any accident or untoward incident as soon as possible followed by written report.
• Respect people’s personal choices for lifestyle and living arrangements.
• Ensure we are evidencing compliance with CQC Requirements.
• Oversee Caseload reviews with Clinical Teams including Hospice at Home, Wellbeing Service, Complimentary Therapies, Befriending, Family Support and the Community Service.
• Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council or Registered Health/Social Care Professional such as Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist etc. with experience in relevant specialty.
• Educated to degree or equivalent level of experience.
• Proven experience of a senior position within a health/social care environment.
• Proven experience of working with people with palliative or End of Life care needs.
• Team and individual management.
• Good understanding of clinical governance.
• Sound knowledge of audit.
• Sound knowledge of infection control.

Benefits

• Earning potentials from £50,000 – £55,000
• Full time position, coupled with the ability to flex (37.5 hours or 30 hours per week as suits you)
• Opportunity to remain in the NHS Pension Scheme as relevant.
• Blue Light eligibility.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about providing exceptional hospice care and possess the qualifications and qualities outlined above, we encourage you to apply by submitting your resume or you can call me directly on 0208 138 0968.