Staff Nurse

NHS; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospice in Rochdale is seeking enthusiastic Staff Nurses to join their dedicated team. The role involves providing high-quality palliative care to patients and their families, ensuring adherence to professional standards and policies. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and a commitment to ongoing professional development in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.

Benefits

Flexible rostering

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Evidence of continued professional development required.
• Willingness to undertake further study in palliative care.
• Experience in specialist palliative care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate patient care using a multidisciplinary approach.
• Supervise and mentor nursing and care staff.
• Deliver skilled, evidence-based nursing care to patients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Assessment and evaluation

Teamwork

Palliative care knowledge

Education

Certificate/Diploma in palliative care

ENB 931 or equivalent

Teaching qualification (ENB 998 or equivalent)

Job description

SpringhillHospice is a 16 bedded adult hospice providing the highest standard ofphysical, psychological and emotional care to our patients with life limitingillnesses and also to their families, friends and carers, in a safe, caring andholistic environment. Where possible, patients are encouraged tomaintain independence and to make informed choices whilst protecting theirprivacy and dignity. We offer advice andsupport from the time of referral throughout the illness and into thebereavement period.

We respect allcultural religious and personal beliefs placing the emphasis of care on an Individualneed basis.

We are lookingfor enthusiastic and motivated Staff Nurses, preferably with previousexperience of caring for patients with palliative care needs, to work as partof an enthusiastic multi-disciplinary team in the Hospices Inpatient Unit andHospice at Home service.

We encourageall our staff to develop their knowledge and gain new skills in order toenhance the care of and support given to patients.

Evidence ofprofessional development is required. ENB 931 would be desirable or awillingness to undertake relevant courses.

The posts aresubject to flexible rostering (annualised hours) and internal rotation to meetthe needs of the service.

Main duties of the job

Toensure that the highest possible standards of nursing care are carried out inaccordance with the policies and procedures of Springhill Hospice and the NMCCode of Professional Conduct, and

within the Nursing team.

About us

This role is based at Springhill Hospice, Rochdale.

SpringhillHospice providesthe following palliative care services to the local adultpopulation who are suffering from the effects of life-limiting and terminalillnesses:

A 16-bed Inpatientunit providing 24-hour medical and nursing care.

Hospice atHome Service - supports people whowant to end their days in their own home by providing the support and symptommanagement they need to be able to do so.

A DayTherapies Centre for up to 16 patients, 4-days-a-week, offeringcomplementary therapies (e.g. reflexology, aromatherapy and massage);creative and beauty therapies, social activities and clinical support.

CommunityService - provides specialistpalliative care and support to patients and families in their own homes

A 24-hour PalliativeCare Advice Line for patients, families, carers and health professionals.

Bereavement Support for relatives following loss.

CounsellingServices for patients, carers andrelatives, provided by a qualified therapist.

An EducationUnit - an in-house training facility for hospice staff and local health andsocial care professionals, with the main focus of training being on theSpringhill Palliative Care Education Passport' (SPCEP) which ensures that corepalliative care skills are taught to all grades of staff.

Job responsibilities

Professional

1.1 Plan, implement and evaluate patientcare using multidisciplinary approach following the Hospice philosophy,acting as Named Nurse for designated patients, both on the Hospice inpatientunit and in the patients own home.

1.2 Supervise professional work of otherstaff, where appropriate, and prioritise where necessary.

1.3 Deliver skilled, research based,individually planned nursing care to patients. Evaluate and document all care given, aslaid down by Hospice and NMC policy.

1.4 Ensure patients and, where appropriate,relatives/carers are involved in the care planning process and ensureadherence to the Admissions/Discharge policies.

1.5 In accordance with the NMC Standardsfor Administration of Medicines and Springhill Hospice Drug ManagementPolicies, undertake drug management procedures, ensuring correct recordkeeping.

1.6 Complete patient documentation inaccordance with Hospice policy and the NMC Standards for Records and RecordKeeping.

1.7 Work closely with and liaiseappropriately with the multidisciplinary team in the delivery of care topatients/relatives/carers.

1.8 Maintain a safe environment topatients, relatives, visitors and staff in accordance with the Health andSafety at Work Act.

1.9 Within the scope of professionalpractice and Hospice policies, perform role expansion duties, followingappropriate training and assessment of competence.

1.10 Ensure that the correct policy for thecare and custody of patients property/valuables is adhered to.

1.13 Deliver advice and support within theconstraints of your own professional competency to patients, carers andhealthcare professionals who call the 24 hour palliative care adviceline. Advice given will beevidence-based and appropriate training ongoing.

Education

2.1 Supervise and contribute to the trainingand development of nursing and care staff and act as mentor to individualnurses on clinical placement.

2.2 Maintain a personal and professionalportfolio, providing evidence of self-development and ensure PREPrequirements are fully met.

2.3 Participate in individual performancereview and personal development planning.

2.4 Attend mandatory training sessions aslaid down by Springhill Hospice and access other appropriate educationaltraining programmes as required.

2.5 Participate in clinical andorganisational audit and be actively involved in research activity anddemonstrate the ability to advance palliative care research.

Personnel

3.1 Read, understand and comply with allHospice policies and procedures, applying the principles as appropriate torole.

3.2 Tobe aware of individual specific responsibilities in respect of theSafeguarding of Vulnerable Adults, in relation to role.

3.3 Introduce and support new personnel intheir duties.

3.4 Report to Sister and Director ofClinical Services as appropriate.

3.5 Participate in meetings/caseconferences.

3.6 Ensure your continued support andencouragement to colleagues within the nursing team and wider Hospice team atall times.

3.7 Participate in continuing education forpersonal progress and teaching of nursing staff, trained and untrained, andvolunteers.

3.8 Ensure that all donations received forthe Hospice are recorded and passed to appropriate personnel, and assist asrequired with fundraising.

3.9 On occasion represent the Hospice andreceive donations at outside meetings/functions.

3.10 In the absence of senior nursing staff,deal appropriately with enquiries, concerns or complaints from patients,visitors, healthcare professionals or general public.

3.11 Maintain requirements of NMCregistration.

3.12 Undertake any other duties as requiredand delegated by senior nursing staff.

3.13 Act at all times in a professional andcompetent manner, so enhancing the profession of Nursing and the reputationof Springhill Hospice to the general public.

THIS POST IS SUBJECT TO FLEXIBLE ROSTERING(ANNUALISED HOURS).

GENERAL

1.Attendteam meetings as appropriate.

2.Maintainexcellent lines of communication internally with all staff and volunteers; andexternally with supporters within the local community.

3.Participatein the Hospice education/training programme, including mandatory training.Attend training as required to maintain own knowledge and further developexpertise.

4.Allstaff have a duty to take reasonable care to avoid injury to themselves or toothers.

5.Toread, understand and comply with all Hospice policies and procedures, applyingthe principles as appropriate to role.

6.Tobe aware of individual specific responsibilities in respect of the Safeguardingof Vulnerable Adults, in relation to role.

7.Allinformation relating to patients and staff gained through employment withSpringhill Hospice is confidential. Disclosure to any unauthorised person is aserious disciplinary offence under Springhill Hospice Policies.

8.Undertakeany other duties as appropriate to the role.

ThisJob Description may be reviewed with the post-holder, in line with thedevelopment of the Organisation.

SpringhillHospice is a registered charity. All staff members are expected to contributeto fundraising activities for the benefit of the Hospice.

SpringhillHospice is an equal opportunities employer and has a No Smoking Policy.

Some posts aresubject to a Disclosure & Barring Service/POVA check. If you require moreinformation on this please refer to www.homeoffice.gov.uk/dbs

Person Specification

Other

• Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
• Willingness to share skills/knowledge
• Self-awareness and mature outlook

Qualifications

• Evidence of continued professional development and willingness to
• undertake further study in palliative care
• Certificate/Diploma in palliative care
• Qualification in assessment and mentorship in clinical practice
• Teaching qualification (ENB 998 or equivalent)

Experience

• An understanding of specialist palliative care
• Knowledge of the philosophy of palliative care
• Evidence of day-to-day management in a clinical area
• Specialist palliative care experience
• Experience of working within a Community setting
• Understanding of the impact of illness on patient and family

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate continuing patient care
• Good understanding of the audit process and other elements of clinical Governance
• Extended role skills ie venepuncture, cannulation, IV therapies, male catheterisation
• Knowledge and experience of audit systems

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.