Senior Nurse

Job description

Job responsibilities

Marie Curie is the UKs leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement.Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness theyre likely to die from.

The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life.Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.

We are recruiting for a Senior Nurse to join our overnight care services across Somerset, Bristol, Northern Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

Hours:37.5 hours per week

Contract:Full-time permanent

Location:Home working, but may require some travel across Somerset, Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire

As a Senior Nurse for our overnight service, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and coordinating the overnight care provided in the community. Your primary responsibilities will include managing care standards and investigating safeguarding incidents.

This position is predominantly managerial rather than clinical, offering significant scope for professional development. We are looking for someone who is passionate about innovative approaches to palliative care and eager to contribute to new and exciting projects within a forward-thinking charity.

What were looking for:

• Registered Nurse on NMC Register
• Relevant Nursing Degree
• Mentorship / Teaching qualification
• Experience caring for patients with palliative care needs (hospice/hospital/community)
• Understands benefits of working with a patient-centred philosophy of multidisciplinary team working.
• Up to date knowledge of current palliative care issues
• Ability to manage time, self and own workload and prioritise affectively
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Understanding and support of the benefits of clinical supervision and reflective practice
• Understands the importance of developing and following policies and protocols.

What's in it for you:

• Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
• Hybrid working
• Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave
• Continuous Professional development
• Industry leading training programmes
• Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
• Defined contribution schemes for Pension
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
• Introduce a friend scheme
• Help with eye care costs
• Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
• Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme
• Life assurance for all employees

To apply, please send us your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie.

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity.

Were committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. You can request support via recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk

This role will be subject to receiving an enhanced DBS criminal record check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse on NMC Register
• Relevant Nursing Degree
• Mentorship / Teaching qualification

Desirable

• Postgraduate Diploma in Cancer/Palliative Care or relevant subject
• Working towards a Master of Nursing/MSc. in Cancer/Palliative Care (or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

• Experience caring for patients with palliative care needs
• Understanding of steps involved in introducing change
• Understanding of steps involved in audit and research

Desirable

• Experience in caring for non- cancer patients requiring palliative care
• Experience of standard setting and audit
• Experience in developing nursing practice
• Experience in leading a team of nurses
• Experience of delivering care in a community setting

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Marie Curie

Address

Home based

Somerset

BS1 6QF

Employer's website

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