Dorothy House Hospice

Community Staff Nurse

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Job summary

We have a full range both full and part time positions available so we are sure to have something for you! This role will be based both at our Dorothy House Hospice in Winsley, as well as working within the community and local catchment area.

Main duties of the job

To work flexibly within the Dorothy House Community Team, undertaking assessments of appropriate new referrals both in their home environment and assessment clinics. This will include follow up assessment of patients both in their care, and under the care of the Dorothy House Nurse Specialists (DHNS).

About us

Here at Dorothy House we provide compassionate care and support for people in our community with a life-limiting illness. Our focus is on quality of life, helping patients to live well and die well. We're here for anyone in our community who's facing a life-limiting illness. Using our full breadth of service, we create individual care journeys which start at diagnosis and continue with bereavement support for family, carers and children.

Details

Date posted

04 May 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£27,055 to £32,934 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

WEBREC1000126

Job locations

Winsley, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 2LE

Winsley

BA15 2LE


Job description

Job responsibilities

COMMUNITY STAFF NURSE | Band 5 £27,055 - £32,934 per annum

To work flexibly within the Dorothy House Community Team, undertaking assessments of appropriate new referrals both in their home environment and assessment clinics. This will include follow up assessment of patients both in their care, and under the care of the Dorothy House Nurse Specialists (DHNS). (Both physical and virtual)

To provide nursing care that is patient and family centred, acknowledging the needs of individuals and ensuring high standards of care are provided. To develop skills in other community related departments within Dorothy House Hospice Care which are relevant to community services which improve the patient and family experience of DH.

To visit patients and families and assess their palliative care needs (psychological, physical, social and spiritual) respecting the rights and dignity of the individual at all times. In consultation with patients, family and professional carers and using knowledge of the impact of the disease and its treatment, formulate a care plan that seeks to address these needs.

To assess the bereavement needs of the family and refer for follow-up work with the Bereavement Service. To utilise learning opportunities to enhance the knowledge and skills of health and social care colleagues.

To support learners undertaking appropriate health and social care courses, offering mentorship as appropriate.

See our full detailed Job Description on our website for more information.

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

Dorothy House is an incredible place to work, these are just a few of our benefits that we offer to our staff:

  • Generous holiday allowance for all roles, increasing with length of service
  • Fantastic refer a friend scheme
  • Excellent industry leading training and development programmes with many career development opportunities
  • Pension with Life Assurance
  • Travel and parking - We offer 45p per mile (currently enhanced due to fuel costs) for work travel. There is unlimited free parking in Winsley.
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee Counselling and Mindful Employer Charter - providing our staff with information, advice and support for those experiencing stress, anxiety, depression or any other mental health conditions.
  • Simply Health - Providing insurance against certain everyday healthcare costs such as dental and optical treatments.
    • If this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application. Please note that our vacancies can close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. We therefore encourage early submission of your application.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    COMMUNITY STAFF NURSE | Band 5 £27,055 - £32,934 per annum

    To work flexibly within the Dorothy House Community Team, undertaking assessments of appropriate new referrals both in their home environment and assessment clinics. This will include follow up assessment of patients both in their care, and under the care of the Dorothy House Nurse Specialists (DHNS). (Both physical and virtual)

    To provide nursing care that is patient and family centred, acknowledging the needs of individuals and ensuring high standards of care are provided. To develop skills in other community related departments within Dorothy House Hospice Care which are relevant to community services which improve the patient and family experience of DH.

    To visit patients and families and assess their palliative care needs (psychological, physical, social and spiritual) respecting the rights and dignity of the individual at all times. In consultation with patients, family and professional carers and using knowledge of the impact of the disease and its treatment, formulate a care plan that seeks to address these needs.

    To assess the bereavement needs of the family and refer for follow-up work with the Bereavement Service. To utilise learning opportunities to enhance the knowledge and skills of health and social care colleagues.

    To support learners undertaking appropriate health and social care courses, offering mentorship as appropriate.

    See our full detailed Job Description on our website for more information.

    ABOUT THE BENEFITS

    Dorothy House is an incredible place to work, these are just a few of our benefits that we offer to our staff:

  • Generous holiday allowance for all roles, increasing with length of service
  • Fantastic refer a friend scheme
  • Excellent industry leading training and development programmes with many career development opportunities
  • Pension with Life Assurance
  • Travel and parking - We offer 45p per mile (currently enhanced due to fuel costs) for work travel. There is unlimited free parking in Winsley.
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee Counselling and Mindful Employer Charter - providing our staff with information, advice and support for those experiencing stress, anxiety, depression or any other mental health conditions.
  • Simply Health - Providing insurance against certain everyday healthcare costs such as dental and optical treatments.
    • If this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application. Please note that our vacancies can close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. We therefore encourage early submission of your application.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • - First level nurse with a relevant qualification
    • - Can demonstrate palliative care knowledge
    • - Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle

    Desirable

    • - Community experience / qualification

    Experience

    Essential

    • - Clinical experience at Band 5 or equivalent with experience in a relevant specialty
    • - Team focused with strong communication skills

    Desirable

    • - Clinical assessment and analytical skills
    • - Experience in teaching or training
    • - Research skills
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • - First level nurse with a relevant qualification
    • - Can demonstrate palliative care knowledge
    • - Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle

    Desirable

    • - Community experience / qualification

    Experience

    Essential

    • - Clinical experience at Band 5 or equivalent with experience in a relevant specialty
    • - Team focused with strong communication skills

    Desirable

    • - Clinical assessment and analytical skills
    • - Experience in teaching or training
    • - Research skills

    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).

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Dorothy House Hospice

    Address

    Winsley, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 2LE

    Winsley

    BA15 2LE


    Employer's website

    https://www.dorothyhouse.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Dorothy House Hospice

    Address

    Winsley, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 2LE

    Winsley

    BA15 2LE


    Employer's website

    https://www.dorothyhouse.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    HR Administrator

    Recruitment Team

    recruitment@dorothyhouse-hospice.org.uk

    01225722988

    Details

    Date posted

    04 May 2023

    Pay scheme

    Agenda for change

    Band

    Band 5

    Salary

    £27,055 to £32,934 a year

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Part-time

    Reference number

    WEBREC1000126

    Job locations

    Winsley, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 2LE

    Winsley

    BA15 2LE


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