Sister/Charge Nurse - Adult Community

Havens Hospices; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospice care is seeking dedicated senior nurses to join their Adult Community Team. This role is pivotal in supporting patients with complex conditions, ensuring their care needs are met through effective team management. The position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families, providing comfort and support during challenging times. If you are passionate about nursing and want to contribute to a compassionate organization that values diversity and community, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that is committed to making every day count for those who need it most.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Must have a nursing degree and current NMC registration.
• Experience in managing nursing teams and shifts is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage community team members to meet patient care needs.
• Conduct appraisals and ensure staff are adequately trained.

Skills

Nursing management

IT systems proficiency (Word, Teams, SystmOne, Excel, Outlook)

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

First level Degree or Diploma in Nursing

Current NMC registration

Post registration education up to Post Graduate Diploma level

Tools

SystmOne

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Main area Community Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours

• Full time
• Part time

37.5 hours per week (7 days a week service, with night cover as required) Job ref Trac ID 6572765

Site Fair Havens Town Southend On Sea Salary £37,338 - £44,962 Dependant on experience Salary period Yearly Closing 07/01/2025 08:00

Job overview

We have an opportunity for senior nurses to join our Adult Community Team, based out of Fair Havens hospice, located near beautiful Priory Park. This service runs across 7 days, and there is a requirement for evening and weekend working.

Main duties of the job

You will support and manage our community team members during a shift to enable patients' care needs to be met, being responsible for assessing the needs of patients, implementing and evaluating the care plans provided.

Working for our organisation

At Havens Hospices, we care for children, young people, and adults with complex or incurable conditions. Our specialist Care Teams can support them and their family living throughout illness, death, and bereavement in the comfort of their own home and through our hospice services, Fair Havens and Little Havens. Working at Havens Hospices allows you to give the gift of time to patients and families, creating memories. Although you may not be giving direct care to our patients, your contribution will have an immediate effect on our care services. In return for your expertise and passion, you will receive a competitive salary package, and most of all, by making the most of every day you work at Havens Hospices, you’ll be helping us continue ‘Making every day count’ for those who need us most. At Havens Hospices we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our employees and patients and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To ensure complete security of drugs and administer them safely in accordance with regulations.
• At all times to act as the advocate for the patient.
• To provide support for families and other carers, prior to and following a death, involving other agencies or disciplines when appropriate.
• Participate in the education of other professional and non-professional staff in conjunction with the education department.
• Be prepared to mentor students from educational establishments on clinical placements in conjunction with the education department.
• To assist the Community Sister in leading and developing the staff in the community team, encouraging effective communication, setting objectives, and helping to foster a positive team spirit through regular team meetings.
• In the absence of the Community Sister to ensure that the caseload is adequately staffed at all times, including days off and holidays, in order to maintain levels of service and ensure cover for own holiday periods.
• In association with the Community Sister and Head of Community services, recruit, train, support, and coordinate the work of the staff in accordance with Havens Hospices policies and procedures.
• Conduct appraisals and performance reviews as and when required.
• To be responsible for the day-to-day health & safety and welfare of staff, patients, and families.
• To ensure that staff are adequately trained to enable them to fulfill their duties effectively.

Person specification

Qualifications

• First level Degree or Diploma in Nursing
• Current and unrestricted practice registration with the NMC
• Post registration education and training up to Post Graduate Diploma level or equivalent
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle.

Skills & Experience

• Demonstrable experience of managing a nursing shift and teams of staff
• Proficient ability to work with IT systems including Word, Teams, SystmOne, Excel, and Outlook
• Demonstrable knowledge of safeguarding

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.