Staff Nurse - Nights
Job Description
Job summary
We are looking for a registered nurse with a passion for palliative care to work as part of our multidisciplinary team based in Winsford. An opportunity has arisen on our ten bedded In Care Unit at St Lukes (Cheshire) Hospice. If you want the time to give compassionate patient centred care as part of a small multidisciplinary team please apply.
We have a TWO 20hr per week role available; the position is for 2 nights per week. However we will consider one 30 hour post or one 40 hour post
Our shift patterns are 9pm-8am with an hours unpaid break
Main duties of the job
To work within the policies and procedures of the Hospice in order to maintain a safe working environment
To assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care
To practise research-based techniques in care delivery
To participate in the introduction and evaluation of new procedures for patient care
To always act within the Code of Professional Practice and treat patients safely, with dignity, holistically and respect confidentiality
To participate in multi-disciplinary and clinical meetings
Liaison with other professional groups involved in patient care
Contribute towards prevention and management of infections
The post holder will be responsible for the Health and Safety of patients, staff and visitors whilst on duty
The post holder will take responsibility for the management of the caseload in the absence of the sister or ward manager and will co-ordinate the service and supervise staff where appropriate
About us
At St Lukes Hospice, our ethos is one of service; being of service to our local people and community is central to all that we do. We believe the most important privilege any person can have is the opportunity to comfort and support ones fellow human beings in their hour of need. This spirit of service at St Lukes extends not only to the patients, but also to family and friends, and we welcome diversity.
The founding members of St Lukes Hospice were driven by the same ideals that inspire us today; to reach out a warm and caring hand to those in need and to help relieve their suffering of mind, spirit or body. The founder of the Hospice movement, the late Dame Cicely Saunders, wanted hospices to remain a beacon of hope with a message of care and community. St Lukes is a lively and vibrant Hospice that has a very powerful reason to be here.
St Lukes is an incredibly inspiring place to work and volunteer. You will be joining a passionate team, dedicated to delivering care and support to local people and their families.
We all share in the sense of privilege and honour that comes from being involved in a local organisation doing such important work and each day we look for new and innovative ways to make a difference to the wider community.
Each member of staff is highly valued at St Lukes
Job responsibilities
J OB TITLE: Staff Nurse
REPORTS TO: Ward Sister
K EY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Other Band 5 team, HCAs, Medics, Social worker, IPU & Day Hospice Manager, Director of Care
PURPOSE:
The post holder will be part of a team committed to delivering and leading high quality care which reflects the philosophy and objectives of St Lukes (Cheshire) Hospice. The post holder will provide support for patients/families and other members of the wider multi-disciplinary health care team involved in patient care.
To provide a professional nursing service to patients and families on the in care unit and across the hospice settings
Supervise and guide students, junior members of staff, unqualified carers and volunteers in the Hospice
Contribute to the ongoing development of the Hospice service in the quest to provide specialist palliative care that keeps the patient and family as the central focus
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
To work within the policies and procedures of the Hospice in order to maintain a safe working environment
To assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care
To practise research-based techniques in care delivery
To participate in the introduction and evaluation of new procedures for patient care
To always act within the Code of Professional Practice and treat patients safely, with dignity, holistically and respect confidentiality
To participate in multi-disciplinary and clinical meetings
Liaison with other professional groups involved in patient care
Contribute towards prevention and management of infections
The post holder will be responsible for the Health and Safety of patients, staff and visitors whilst on duty
The post holder will take responsibility for the management of the caseload in the absence of the sister or ward manager and will co-ordinate the service and supervise staff where appropriate
Management Role
Take charge of the unit in the absence of a more Senior Nurse
Delegation of appropriate tasks to other team members
Maintenance of accurate patient care records
Report deficiencies or dysfunction of equipment
Respond to concerns or complaints from service users in accordance
with the complaints procedure
Participate in audit activity and review of standards within the Hospice
Education / Personal Development
Actively participate in clinical supervision
Participate in Individual Personal Review (IPR) identifying development needs to meet the objectives of the Hospice service and business plan
Demonstrate commitment to ongoing personal development through study, official courses and participation in in-house meetings and courses
Acquire skills, under the scope of professional practice guidelines, which will enhance patient care
Act as a role model to junior staff / visiting students and share knowledge and skills relevant to palliative care
Personnel
Record information received about staff sickness on the duty rota
Informing nursing management of continuation of NMC registration and the next expiry date
Maintain a personal time sheet in preparation for the monthly salary returns
To follow agreed policies and procedures of St Lukes (Cheshire) Hospice in order to maintain a safe environment
The post holder will be expected to maintain high professional standards and keep abreast of professional issues and best practice in their area of specialism. The Hospice will support relevant education and development opportunities whenever possible and as agreed as part of personal development discussions.
Health & Safety & Security
Under health and safety legislation, each individual has a legal responsibility for their own welfare and for the health and safety of others and to co-operate in maintaining their place of work in a tidy and safe condition, thereby minimising risk. The Hospice has a Health & Safety Policy which applies to all staff.
Similarly, it is each persons responsibility to ensure a secure environment and bring any breaches of security to the attention of their manager.
Equal Opportunities
St Lukes Cheshire Hospice has given its full commitment to the adoption and promotion of the key principles of equal opportunities contained within current legislation and St Lukes Cheshire Hospice Equality & Diversity Policy.
Confidentiality
In the course of your duties, you will have access to confidential material about members of staff, volunteers, other hospice business and patients. The Hospice has Data Protection Policy which applies to all staff.
St Lukes Cheshire Hospice is committed to safeguarding adults and children and expects all staff to share in this commitment. Staff have a responsibility to ensure that they are aware of specific duties relating to their role and should familiarise themselves with the Hospices Safeguarding Policies. Safeguarding training is mandatory for all staff.
This job description may vary from time to time according to the needs of St Lukes (Cheshire) Hospice.
This job description is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder and according to future changes/developments in the service.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 1 years post registration experience of working in a palliative care setting
- Experience of working effectively in a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of co-ordinating workload for self and others
- Involvement in training and development of others
Desirable
- Experience of working in a hospice In care setting
- Experience of managing the workload in the absence of senior staff
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Passion for ...
