Registered Nurse - IPU

NHS; Camberley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected healthcare organization in Camberley is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse to join their inpatient unit. This role involves providing high-quality, patient-focused care and requires strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Candidates should possess a valid nursing qualification and have the flexibility to work various shifts. The position offers comprehensive training and development opportunities, and promotes a compassionate team environment. An attractive salary range is provided, along with various employee benefits including paid holidays and pension schemes.

Benefits

6 weeks paid holiday plus public holidays

Continuation of NHS Pension

Health Cash Plan Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive education and training

Qualifications

• Consolidated nursing skills and knowledge post registration.
• Relevant experience in oncology/palliative care.
• Understanding of hospital, community, and hospice care.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based care to underpin delivery of patient care.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary team work for patient experience.
• Support professional development and mentoring of staff.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

IT competence

Flexibility

Education

1st Level Nurse qualification

Mentorship qualification or willingness

Job description

Job Summary

Phyllis Tuckwell provides palliative and end of life care for people living with an advanced or terminal illness. Based in Farnham, Camberly and Guildford, we serve a population of 550,000 across West Surrey and North East Hampshire.

Registered Nurse - In-Patient Unit

Salary: £32,602 - £36,709 per annum WTE plus enhancements (dependant on experience)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (day and night shifts)

Location: Camberley, Surrey (Farnham, Surrey from Spring 2026)

Main Duties

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for motivated and dynamic Registered Nurses to join our friendly and supportive Inpatient team as we prepare to move back to a new 18 bedded Inpatient unit at Phyllis Tuckwell in Farnham. The Inpatient Unit is currently 10 beds, located in temporary accommodation in Camberley.

We are looking to recruit Registered Nurses who value flexibility and are looking for a rewarding role where they can provide high quality patient & family focused care within a supportive environment.

Successful candidates will have the ability to assess and interpret clinical conditions, possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and be competent with IT systems.

Whilst palliative care experience is valuable, it is not essential as a full induction, training programme and support will be given.

Benefits

• 6 weeks paid holiday plus public holidays
• Continuation of NHS Pension (for current members) or Phyllis Tuckwell Group Personal Pension Plan (matched contributions up to 7.5%)
• Health Cash Plan Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff Benefit Scheme
• Blue Light Card Discount
• Comprehensive education and training with personal development opportunities
• Clinical Supervision and support
• A motivated and compassionate team whose passion is to make a difference
• Multidisciplinary working within a forward thinking and supportive organisation

Job Responsibilities

• Provide best practice using evidence-based care to underpin the delivery of safe, effective, responsive, compassionate care.
• Provide clinical guidance and support to staff, both paid and voluntary.
• Ensure statutory obligations are met and staff follow those that are relevant to the clinical area.
• Ensure quality standards are maintained and enhanced, and constantly re‑evaluated in order to provide the highest standards of holistic care.
• Co‑ordinate 24‑hour provision of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care.
• Work as part of the multi‑disciplinary team, where there is a healthy regard and value for multi‑professional knowledge and skills to enhance patient and family experience.
• Ensure patient records are properly maintained in accordance with NMC guidelines and PT policies.
• Demonstrate an understanding of issues relating to the ethical aspects of palliative care and their application in the workplace.
• Report accidents, incidents and complaints to the Ward Sister/ line Manager/ on‑call Manager, and or Medical Director where appropriate.
• Understand and adhere to the PT Medication Management policy in relation to the correct handling, usage, and administration of all drugs including controlled drugs.
• Work within the Health and Social Care Act (2012), the PT business plan and philosophy.
• Provide appropriate information and support to patients, carers and friends in accordance with Caldicott principles.
• Link and develop effective relationships with external health care professionals and other agencies ensuring patient continuity across all care settings.
• Ensure a safe working environment is maintained, in accordance with the PT Governance, Care, Fire and Health and Safety policies.
• Report any feedback concerns and complaints from patients, their relatives or other advocates to relevant managers as appropriate.
• Ensure the team has the appropriate skill mix and nursing resources are used wisely.
• Ensure team cohesion and spirit is maintained through ongoing supportive relationships, and consideration of colleagues at all times.
• Act up for the Nurse Key Worker as required, ensuring ongoing continuity and communication of care.
• Support a culture of ongoing professional and personal development relating to clinical practice.
• In the community adhere to the lone working policy, to underpin staff and patient safety.
• Develop an area of clinical expertise and disseminate to peer team members as a specialist resource.
• Support the professional development and safe practice of others.
• Maintain up‑to‑date clinical experience and knowledge and be able to provide evidence of this, including for re‑validation purposes.
• Act as an assessor and mentor to administrative personnel and students who need to develop skills and acquire experience in the field of palliative care.
• Through the use of the PT annual appraisal, encourage professional growth and identify areas for development.
• Strengthen and develop clinical skills across all care settings in conjunction with line manager.
• Participate in research and audit within the PT environment, encouraging staff participation.
• Implement findings of evidence‑based practice.
• Understand responsibilities in the safeguarding context, ensuring that Phyllis Tuckwell reduces the risk of harm or abuse of adults and children at risk.
• Inform the appropriate PT professional where there is concern that an adult or child may be at risk of harm, abuse or neglect.
• Adhere to the Phyllis Tuckwell Safeguarding Policy, local authority multi‑agency safeguarding policy, Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005 (including Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards).

Person Specification

• Consolidated current nursing skills and knowledge post registration.
• Relevant experience in oncology/palliative care.
• Evidence of knowledge of current health care issues.
• Understanding of hospital, community and hospice care.
• Understanding of the importance of policies and procedures.
• Understanding of health and safety in the workplace, and principles of risk management.
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working.
• Ability to liaise effectively and work as a team with other disciplines.
• Ability to show interpersonal sensitivity to others, understanding of diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to supervise and organise work.
• Commitment to providing high quality, individualised holistic care to patients and their relatives/care‑givers.
• Awareness of the Care Quality Commission Standards and hospice awareness of the principles of governance and patient safety.
• Evidence of relevant continuing professional development.
• 1st Level Nurse qualification.
• Willingness to undertake relevant postgraduate courses or equivalent.
• Mentorship qualification, or Practice Supervisor / Assessor qualification, or willingness to undertake.
• Ability to share knowledge and skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sense of humour.
• Demonstrate interest, enthusiasm and determination.
• Be flexible and energetic.
• Ability to cope with stressful situations.
• Self‑awareness and coping strategies.
• Ability to write in a clear and legible form.

Equal Opportunities

Phyllis Tuckwell is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, with the principles of fairness and equality at its core. We are an equal opportunities employer, who values and respects our employees’ unique knowledge, skills and experiences. We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community. All appointments are made following a fair and equitable process, based on merit, job requirements and business need.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. All applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Locations

• Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice, 122 Kings Ride, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 4LZ
• Phyllis Tuckwell Memorial Hospice, Waverley Lane, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 8BL

Contact

We do not have a closing date for this role but will be in touch shortly with an update regarding your application.