Job summary
This is a time of change and innovation at St Elizabeth
Hospice. If you are a Nurse and have an interest in being part of our Senior In-Patient
Team then look no further. We are looking for a professional who has excellent
clinical and managerial skills to work with the existing Team Leaders to
support patients and develop the In-Patient Team.
Rated
Outstanding from the Care Quality Commission, St Elizabeth Hospice improves
life for people living with a progressive or life-limiting illness. Our work is
centred on an individual's needs, which means specialist support, whenever and
wherever it is needed, whether at home, in the community or at the hospice. We
are well respected and praised for our responsiveness and expertise by people
we serve.
St Elizabeth
Hospice offers the unique opportunity to work alongside our outstanding
multi-disciplinary team, providing planned and reactive or urgent care to
patients and support to their loved ones.
Every patient
and family member is valued and we pride ourselves in giving dedicated time to
care for patients, whether it is in a patients home, on the telephone through
OneCall or at the In-Patient Unit in Ipswich.
As well as
joining our rewarding and well-respected organisation, St Elizabeth Hospice is
here to support your career, with progression and training opportunities
available to enhance your skills and development.
Main duties of the job
It is a time of development and
opportunity. We are not just offering a job, but the chance to make a real
difference in peoples lives.We are looking for an
experienced Nurse to work within the multi-professional team, providing
specialist physical, psychosocial and spiritual care to patients admitted to
the In-Patient Unit.
The post also offers the special
opportunity to work across all areas of the hospice but is focused on the
In-Patient Unit.
If you would like an
opportunity to find out some more about working at the hospice, and how it can
fit your own career aspirations, we recommend a discussion prior to you
completing your application.
Salary: £38,682.00 to £46,580.00 - Band 6
Hours: Full
time - 37.5 hours per week. Full
rotation, 24/7 days a week.
Interview Date: 2
October 2025
About us
St Elizabeth
Hospice is committed to safeguarding and protecting the adults and young people
that we work with and has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse, neglect and
discrimination of any person. As such, all posts are subject to a rigorous
safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and
vetting checks. We have a range of robust safeguarding policies in place which
promote safeguarding across the hospice and staff are expected to undertake
regular safeguarding training to equip them with the knowledge and
skills to identify and respond to potential risks.
The hospice offers a generous benefit
package, including:
27
days annual leave entitlement
Pension
scheme
Life
Cover
Cycle
to Work Scheme
Car
Leasing Scheme
Health
Service Discounts
Occupational
Sick Pay
Blue
Light Card
Employee
Assistance Programme
Hear from the nursing
staff themselves on why working at St Elizabeth Hospice is so special:
Joining the hospice is the best thing that has ever happened to me and I
cant imagine working anywhere else, its a very special place to be.
Many people have said it must be very sad to work at the hospice, which
it can be, but it is also the most uplifting and positive place that I have
ever worked.
I wouldnt change my job for the world. Being able to continue
supporting people during difficult times in their lives, has been one of my most rewarding and proudest moments.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
To support the Ward Manager in the operational leadership of the Inpatient Unit at St Elizabeth Hospice, ensuring the delivery of quality care services. To provide line management to allocated members of the nursing team, to support their development and the delivery of outstanding nursing care underpinned by robust clinical governance arrangements. To act as a clinical role model to the nursing and wider multiprofessional team in the delivery of specialist palliative and end of life care.
SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrate a commitment to keeping adults and young people safe
Report any disclosure made to you to the appropriate person
Report any safeguarding concerns in the workplace to the appropriate person
Maintain an awareness of the Hospices policies in relation to safeguarding
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Working alongside other members of the multiprofessional team assess the needs of patients and their families, devising a plan of care, implementing care needs and actively evaluate and re plan care as required.
- Supervise other members of the team, both registered and unregistered ensuring adherence with agreed policies and procedures.
- Act as the shift lead, taking responsibility for the smooth running of the unit. Working alongside the ward coordinator to facilitate admissions and discharges that support the flow of patients through the unit.
- Ensure effective communication with patients, families and other members of the multiprofessional team.
- Contribute to ward rounds, multidisciplinary meetings, case conferences, family meetings as required.
- Promote a safeguarding is everyones business culture, and where necessary act as a safeguarding deputy.
- Support the Ward Manager in the safe staffing of the unit taking responsive action when absences are identified to ensure the unit remains covered.
- Provide line management to an allocated group of staff, carrying out regular one to ones and annual appraisals, as well as the management of sickness absence and performance issues.
- Assist in the recruitment and induction of nursing team members as required.
- With the Ward Manager ensure development and support needs of team members are identified and actions taken to address these needs.
- Attend and lead nominated meetings and deputise for the Ward Manager as required.
- Identify and lead on quality improvement initiatives and projects.
- Contribute to fostering a learning and patient safety culture on the Inpatient Unit for all staff as well as students and visitors.
- Carry out allocated audits according to the agreed audit programme.
- Contribute to the review of allocated policies and procedures.
- Ensure adherence with relevant Infection Prevention and Control policies and procedures, raising any risks to the IPC group / Ward Manager.
GENERAL
Where you are a member of a professional body you are required to conform to the professional standards set by that body. You are required to ensure your registration is current and practice continuous professional development.
Because of the special nature of the Hospice and its work, the post holder may on occasion be asked to undertake other duties to help maintain our high standard of care.
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT NECESSARILY EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUBJECT TO REVIEW BY THE LINE MANAGER IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE POST HOLDER.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
To support the Ward Manager in the operational leadership of the Inpatient Unit at St Elizabeth Hospice, ensuring the delivery of quality care services. To provide line management to allocated members of the nursing team, to support their development and the delivery of outstanding nursing care underpinned by robust clinical governance arrangements. To act as a clinical role model to the nursing and wider multiprofessional team in the delivery of specialist palliative and end of life care.
SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrate a commitment to keeping adults and young people safe
Report any disclosure made to you to the appropriate person
Report any safeguarding concerns in the workplace to the appropriate person
Maintain an awareness of the Hospices policies in relation to safeguarding
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Working alongside other members of the multiprofessional team assess the needs of patients and their families, devising a plan of care, implementing care needs and actively evaluate and re plan care as required.
- Supervise other members of the team, both registered and unregistered ensuring adherence with agreed policies and procedures.
- Act as the shift lead, taking responsibility for the smooth running of the unit. Working alongside the ward coordinator to facilitate admissions and discharges that support the flow of patients through the unit.
- Ensure effective communication with patients, families and other members of the multiprofessional team.
- Contribute to ward rounds, multidisciplinary meetings, case conferences, family meetings as required.
- Promote a safeguarding is everyones business culture, and where necessary act as a safeguarding deputy.
- Support the Ward Manager in the safe staffing of the unit taking responsive action when absences are identified to ensure the unit remains covered.
- Provide line management to an allocated group of staff, carrying out regular one to ones and annual appraisals, as well as the management of sickness absence and performance issues.
- Assist in the recruitment and induction of nursing team members as required.
- With the Ward Manager ensure development and support needs of team members are identified and actions taken to address these needs.
- Attend and lead nominated meetings and deputise for the Ward Manager as required.
- Identify and lead on quality improvement initiatives and projects.
- Contribute to fostering a learning and patient safety culture on the Inpatient Unit for all staff as well as students and visitors.
- Carry out allocated audits according to the agreed audit programme.
- Contribute to the review of allocated policies and procedures.
- Ensure adherence with relevant Infection Prevention and Control policies and procedures, raising any risks to the IPC group / Ward Manager.
GENERAL
Where you are a member of a professional body you are required to conform to the professional standards set by that body. You are required to ensure your registration is current and practice continuous professional development.
Because of the special nature of the Hospice and its work, the post holder may on occasion be asked to undertake other duties to help maintain our high standard of care.
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT NECESSARILY EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUBJECT TO REVIEW BY THE LINE MANAGER IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE POST HOLDER.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Related post qualification experience at Band 5 or above with ward coordination experience.
- Experience of supervising staff and ward management.
- Palliative care, or long-term condition experience.
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate appropriate care for palliative care patients and their families.
- Ability to assess patient needs that may be complex and subject to change.
- Ability to contribute to service development.
- To have an understanding of safeguarding principles and to be able to apply these within everyday practice and intervention within your role.
Desirable
- Experience of the management of an inpatient ward and supervising staff.
- Good understanding of the key components of clinical governance.
Specific Skills
Essential
- Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate appropriate care for palliative care patients and their families.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to deal with complex matters.
- Ability to supervise the work of others including registered and unregistered staff as well as volunteers.
- Ability to contribute to service development.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of team working and leadership/management and potential to develop.
- Be willing and able to develop own knowledge and skills and to contribute to the development of others.
- Ability to withstand sensitive and potentially stressful situations.
- Be adaptable, flexible, responsive & positive to change and service development.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration.
- Palliative care qualification at degree level or willingness to undertake.
Desirable
- Leadership / management qualification or be prepared to undertake relevant training.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Related post qualification experience at Band 5 or above with ward coordination experience.
- Experience of supervising staff and ward management.
- Palliative care, or long-term condition experience.
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate appropriate care for palliative care patients and their families.
- Ability to assess patient needs that may be complex and subject to change.
- Ability to contribute to service development.
- To have an understanding of safeguarding principles and to be able to apply these within everyday practice and intervention within your role.
Desirable
- Experience of the management of an inpatient ward and supervising staff.
- Good understanding of the key components of clinical governance.
Specific Skills
Essential
- Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate appropriate care for palliative care patients and their families.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to deal with complex matters.
- Ability to supervise the work of others including registered and unregistered staff as well as volunteers.
- Ability to contribute to service development.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of team working and leadership/management and potential to develop.
- Be willing and able to develop own knowledge and skills and to contribute to the development of others.
- Ability to withstand sensitive and potentially stressful situations.
- Be adaptable, flexible, responsive & positive to change and service development.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration.
- Palliative care qualification at degree level or willingness to undertake.
Desirable
- Leadership / management qualification or be prepared to undertake relevant training.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
