Job summary
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
As a Staff Nurse at St David's Hospice, you will play a vital role in providing compassionate,
specialist palliative care to patients with life-limiting conditions.
Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will assess patient needs, plan and deliver
high-quality care, and support both patients and their families during difficult times.
With a passion for palliative care, your contributions will uphold the Hospices values,
ensuring dignity, comfort, and emotional well-being for all those in your care
Main duties of the job
We are looking for someone who will:
- Provide high quality nursing care
- Ensure patients, relatives and carers are involved in the planning & deliver of care
- Have excellent team working skills, whilst also having the ability to work independently
- Be a great listener and have effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Develop and maintain knowledge and skills relevant to the role
- Always maintain patient confidentiality
- Someone who wants to go the extra mile for our patients.
To do the role youll need:
- First Level Registered Nurse RGN
- Experience within relevant clinical area
- Evidence of further education, or willingness to undertake relevant Diploma / Degree level education in Palliative Care; attainment of Diploma in Palliative Care is desirable in maintaining this role
- Time management skills
- IT literate or working towards
- Empathy for the Hospice, and alignment with the charitys values.
About us
Who we are:
St Davids Hospice is a local charity providing specialist care for adults with life-limiting illnesses or in need of end-of-life care, as well as support for their families. Each year, we impact the lives of over 1,000 people across Conwy, Gwynedd, and Anglesey.
Our services include 24/7 care, Day Therapy Centres offering patient care and bereavement support, and Inpatient Units in Llandudno and Holyhead providing symptom control, respite, and end-of-life care.
People are at the heart of everything we do, with integrity and care shaping our culture.
Job description
Job responsibilities
DIMENSIONS & LIMITS OF AUTHORITY:
Provide specialist palliative care expertise and act as a professional role model.
Supervise junior staff and students, ensuring quality care.
In the absence of the Inpatient Unit Sister, you will provide leadership and coordination
of the ward.
Responsible for ensuring compliance with Hospice policies and procedures, safe custody
of medications, and adherence to clinical governance standards
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clinical Responsibilities:
- Assess and plan individualised care for palliative patients, managing complex
symptoms and advanced pain control.
- Coordinate patient admissions and discharges, working closely with the
multidisciplinary team and external agencies.
- Delegate tasks to ensure the effective and safe provision of care.
- Maintain accurate patient records in accordance with professional standards.
- Provide culturally sensitive care, respecting the diverse needs and beliefs of
patients and families.
- Ensure respectful and dignified post-death care for the patient and family, offering
practical and emotional support.
- Adhere to all Hospice policies with reference to confidentiality, Data Protection
and Health and Safety, manual handling and Infection control.
- Adhere to the Hospice Uniform and appearance policy.
Managerial Responsibilities:
- Lead by example to encourage teamwork and maintain high standards of care.
- Oversee skill mix and ensure appropriate staff allocation during shifts.
- Act as the designated lead in the absence of the Team Leader, ensuring the
smooth operation of the unit.
Educational Responsibilities:
- Support the orientation and training of new staff members.
- Mentor and provide supervision to junior staff, students, and volunteers, fostering
their development.
- Act as a link nurse, ensuring the integration of evidence-based practices within the
team.
- Engage in reflective practice and continuous professional development,
identifying opportunities for learning and improvement.
Professional Responsibilities:
- Adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Practice, maintaining active registration
and fulfilling CPD requirements.
- Participate in clinical supervision and ensure that mandatory training is completed
and up to date.
- Attend training and study days to stay informed about developments in palliative care
and nursing.
- Demonstrate respect and dignity towards all patients, customers, and colleagues,
regardless of their background, as part of St Davids commitment to providing a range
of services and employment opportunities for a diverse population.
Job description
Job responsibilities
DIMENSIONS & LIMITS OF AUTHORITY:
Provide specialist palliative care expertise and act as a professional role model.
Supervise junior staff and students, ensuring quality care.
In the absence of the Inpatient Unit Sister, you will provide leadership and coordination
of the ward.
Responsible for ensuring compliance with Hospice policies and procedures, safe custody
of medications, and adherence to clinical governance standards
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clinical Responsibilities:
- Assess and plan individualised care for palliative patients, managing complex
symptoms and advanced pain control.
- Coordinate patient admissions and discharges, working closely with the
multidisciplinary team and external agencies.
- Delegate tasks to ensure the effective and safe provision of care.
- Maintain accurate patient records in accordance with professional standards.
- Provide culturally sensitive care, respecting the diverse needs and beliefs of
patients and families.
- Ensure respectful and dignified post-death care for the patient and family, offering
practical and emotional support.
- Adhere to all Hospice policies with reference to confidentiality, Data Protection
and Health and Safety, manual handling and Infection control.
- Adhere to the Hospice Uniform and appearance policy.
Managerial Responsibilities:
- Lead by example to encourage teamwork and maintain high standards of care.
- Oversee skill mix and ensure appropriate staff allocation during shifts.
- Act as the designated lead in the absence of the Team Leader, ensuring the
smooth operation of the unit.
Educational Responsibilities:
- Support the orientation and training of new staff members.
- Mentor and provide supervision to junior staff, students, and volunteers, fostering
their development.
- Act as a link nurse, ensuring the integration of evidence-based practices within the
team.
- Engage in reflective practice and continuous professional development,
identifying opportunities for learning and improvement.
Professional Responsibilities:
- Adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Practice, maintaining active registration
and fulfilling CPD requirements.
- Participate in clinical supervision and ensure that mandatory training is completed
and up to date.
- Attend training and study days to stay informed about developments in palliative care
and nursing.
- Demonstrate respect and dignity towards all patients, customers, and colleagues,
regardless of their background, as part of St Davids commitment to providing a range
of services and employment opportunities for a diverse population.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in palliative care and related clinical areas.
Other
Desirable
- Clean driving licence.
- Welsh Speaker.
Qualifications
Essential
- First Level Registered Nurse (RGN).
- Evidence of continued professional development.
Desirable
- Palliative care qualification.
- Diploma/Degree
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of care giving
- Has an empathy and understanding of issues encountered by patients with palliative care needs
Skills
Essential
- IT literate.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Competency in managing complex patient care.
- Ability to work autonomously and use initiative.
- Passion to work within a palliative care setting.
- Time management and organisational skills.
- Ability to work days and night shifts and be flexible to support the service
- needs.
Desirable
- Experience of promoting change through development of learning initiatives
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in palliative care and related clinical areas.
Other
Desirable
- Clean driving licence.
- Welsh Speaker.
Qualifications
Essential
- First Level Registered Nurse (RGN).
- Evidence of continued professional development.
Desirable
- Palliative care qualification.
- Diploma/Degree
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of care giving
- Has an empathy and understanding of issues encountered by patients with palliative care needs
Skills
Essential
- IT literate.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Competency in managing complex patient care.
- Ability to work autonomously and use initiative.
- Passion to work within a palliative care setting.
- Time management and organisational skills.
- Ability to work days and night shifts and be flexible to support the service
- needs.
Desirable
- Experience of promoting change through development of learning initiatives
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).
Additional information
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).
