Staff Nurse

Job responsibilities

Professional

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

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

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

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

1.5 In accordance with the NMC Standards for Administration of Medicines and Springhill Hospice Drug Management Policies, undertake drug management procedures, ensuring correct record keeping.

1.6 Complete patient documentation in accordance with Hospice policy and the NMC Standards for Records and Record Keeping.

1.7 Work closely with and liaise appropriately with the multidisciplinary team in the delivery of care to patients/relatives/carers.

1.8 Maintain a safe environment to patients, relatives, visitors and staff in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act.

1.9 Within the scope of professional practice and Hospice policies, perform role expansion duties, following appropriate training and assessment of competence.

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

1.13 Deliver advice and support within the constraints of your own professional competency to patients, carers and healthcare professionals who call the 24 hour palliative care advice line. Advice given will be evidence-based and appropriate training ongoing.

Education

2.1 Supervise and contribute to the training and development of nursing and care staff and act as mentor to individual nurses on clinical placement.

2.2 Maintain a personal and professional portfolio, providing evidence of self-development and ensure PREP requirements are fully met.

2.3 Participate in individual performance review and personal development planning.

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

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

Personnel

3.1 Read, understand and comply with all Hospice policies and procedures, applying the principles as appropriate to role.

3.2 To be aware of individual specific responsibilities in respect of the Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults, in relation to role.

3.3 Introduce and support new personnel in their duties.

3.4 Report to Sister and Director of Clinical Services as appropriate.

3.5 Participate in meetings/case conferences.

3.6 Ensure your continued support and encouragement to colleagues within the nursing team and wider Hospice team at all times.

3.7 Participate in continuing education for personal progress and teaching of nursing staff, trained and untrained, and volunteers.

3.8 Ensure that all donations received for the Hospice are recorded and passed to appropriate personnel, and assist as required with fundraising.

3.9 On occasion represent the Hospice and receive 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 NMC registration.

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

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

THIS POST IS SUBJECT TO INTERNAL ROTATION (DAYS/NIGHTS) TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE.

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

GENERAL

1. Attend team meetings as appropriate.

2. Maintain excellent lines of communication internally with all staff and volunteers; and externally with supporters within the local community.

3. Participate in the Hospice education/training programme, including mandatory training. Attend training as required to maintain own knowledge and further develop expertise.

4. All staff have a duty to take reasonable care to avoid injury to themselves or to others.

5. To read, understand and comply with all Hospice policies and procedures, applying the principles as appropriate to role.

6. To be aware of individual specific responsibilities in respect of the Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults, in relation to role.

7. All information relating to patients and staff gained through employment with Springhill Hospice is confidential. Disclosure to any unauthorised person is a serious disciplinary offence under Springhill Hospice Policies.

8. Undertake any other duties as appropriate to the role.

This Job Description may be reviewed with the post-holder, in line with the development of the Organisation.

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

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

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

Other

Essential

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

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse (Level 1)
• Evidence of continued professional development and willingness to
• undertake further study in palliative care

Desirable

• Certificate/Diploma in palliative care
• Qualification in assessment and mentorship in clinical practice
• Teaching qualification (ENB 998 or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

• An understanding of specialist palliative care
• Knowledge of the philosophy of palliative care

Desirable

• 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

Essential

• 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
• IT skills

Desirable

• 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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).