Staff Nurse - Little Havens IPU

Havens Hospices; Thundersley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization based in Thundersley is seeking a qualified Staff Nurse to join their Little Havens In-Patient unit. The role involves assessing and managing the care needs of patients, ensuring high standards of nursing care, and supporting families during critical times. This position requires completion of the first 12 months of nursing preceptorship. The organization offers a competitive salary package and values diverse applications, committing to safeguarding the welfare of their employees and patients.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunities to create lasting memories with patients

Qualifications

• Qualified in Children's Nursing and completed the first 12 months of nursing preceptorship.
• Ability to provide support for families and other carers.
• Competency in adhering to medicines management policy.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage the needs of patients/CYP.
• Deliver nursing care to the highest standard.
• Liaise with other professionals regarding care.
• Act as an advocate for the patients/CYP.

Skills

Children's Nursing

Patient advocacy

Communication

Education

Qualified in Children's Nursing

Job description

This role is responsible for assessing and managing the needs of patients, assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care, following clearly defined policies, protocols, procedures, or codes of conduct.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for assessing and managing the needs of patients/CYP: assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care, following clearly defined policies, protocols, procedures, or codes of conduct
• Ensure nursing care is delivered to the highest standard and reflects the needs of the patient/CYP
• Ensure that, as far as possible, family and/or carers are included in guiding the care provided and can deliver care where it is safe, and they wish to do so
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Liaise with other professionals working within primary and secondary care settings, regarding care when require
• Accountable for adhering to medicines management policy
• Always act as an advocate for the patients/CYP
• Provide support for families and other carers, prior to and following a death, involving other agencies or disciplines when appropriate
• Assist medical staff in chaperoning patients, supporting discussions and management of their care

We have an opportunity for a Staff Nurse to join our Little Havens In-Patient unit, nestled within the beautiful Daws Heath countryside.

This role is for 37.50 hours per week, and will consists of a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

Applicants need to have qualified in Children's Nursing and completed their first 12 months nursing preceptorship.

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.