Senior Charge Nurse – Adult Community Care (Hospice)

Havens Hospices; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Southend-on-Sea seeks experienced senior nurses for full-time roles in their Adult Community Team. Responsibilities include patient care management, team mentorship, and ensuring drug security. Ideal candidates will have experience in community nursing, a UK driving licence, and strong advocacy skills. This role offers a competitive salary and a chance to make a meaningful impact. Commitment to safeguarding and diversity is paramount.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Qualifications

• Experience as a senior nurse in a community setting.
• Ability to support and manage a team effectively.
• Competence in drug administration and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the complete security of drugs and administer them safely.
• Act as the patient advocate at all times.
• Provide support for families and carers before and after death.
• Educate other professional and non-professional staff.
• Mentor students during clinical placements.
• Assist in leading and developing the community team.
• Ensure adequate staffing of the caseload.
• Manage services and support staff according to policies.

Skills

UK driving licence

Patient advocacy

Team leadership

Mentoring

Job description

A healthcare provider in Southend-on-Sea seeks experienced senior nurses for full-time roles in their Adult Community Team. Responsibilities include patient care management, team mentorship, and ensuring drug security. Ideal candidates will have experience in community nursing, a UK driving licence, and strong advocacy skills. This role offers a competitive salary and a chance to make a meaningful impact. Commitment to safeguarding and diversity is paramount.