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Palliative Nursing Assistant - IPU
| Posting date: | 19 June 2024 |
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| Salary: | £23,501 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £23501 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 July 2024 |
| Location: | King’s Lynn, PE31 6BH |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | B0219-24-0019 |
Summary
JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Palliative Nursing Assistant Reports to: Nurse in Charge Location: The Norfolk Hospice Tapping House, Hillington PE31 6BH JOB PURPOSE The Palliative Nursing Assistant is a key member of the multidisciplinary care team delivering a range of patient care duties under the supervision of the Registered Nurses and Allied Health Professionals across the Hospice, providing basic patient care based on providing physical, psychological and spiritual needs of individuals in their care. The post-holder may be required to work in other clinical areas as appropriate to meet the needs of the service as directed by the Nurse Manager or nurse in charge and will participate in internal rotation to night duty and unsociable hours working to meet the needs of the service. Clinical Deliver a high standard of patient care focused on individual need, promoting independence and re-enablement where possible. To assist in developing a caring, supportive and spiritual atmosphere in all areas of the Hospice To maintain a high standard of patient care ensuring policies and procedures are adhered to. To give individualised patient care under the direction and supervision of the trained nursing staff To develop skills in caring for palliative patients and those at the end of life, their carers and families To support trained nurses in their role and work as a member of the nursing team To work as a member of the nursing team under the supervision of trained staff reporting changes in patients conditions and needs as they occur. Contribute to the multidisciplinary approach to patient care, together with other health and social care professionals and chaplaincy. Cover a 24 hour nursing rota when the need arises (Day or Night shifts) To work in other areas of the Hospice when needed (eg in the Hospice at Home team) Participate in implementing care delegated by trained staff for which training has been given and competence achieved To work towards a Competency Framework for Palliative Nursing Assistants, maintaining a professional portfolio of evidence; and participating in the Hospice Clinical Supervision and Appraisal process. To participate in meetings related to families and staff. Maintain a safe, clean and secure environment for patients, their families, visitors, volunteers and staff. General In addition to the specific duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description, all Hospice employees should be aware of their specific responsibilities towards the following: During the course of your employment you may have access to, see or hear information of a confidential nature and you are required not to disclose such information, particularly that relating to patients and staff. In order to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) you must not at any time use personal data held by the Hospice for any unauthorised purpose or disclose such as data to a third party. You must not make any disclosure to any unauthorised person or use any confidential information relating to the business affairs of the Hospice, unless expressly authorised to do so by the Hospice. The Norfolk Hospice Tapping House (TNHTH) is committed to encouraging volunteering throughout the organisation and as such the post holder will be expected to support and respect volunteers, and may be asked to work alongside or supervise a volunteer as part of their role whilst working at TNHTH. TNHTH operates a no-smoking policy. The post holder should either be a non-smoker or be prepared not to smoke in any Hospice premises, grounds or vehicles or when on TNHTH business outside the office. This covers all types of burnt and smoked products including cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, cigars, tobacco and non tobacco products in whatever format. Adhere to all health and safety and fire regulations and to co-operate with the Hospice in maintaining good standards of health and safety. Adhere to all TNHTH policies and procedures at all times Actively promote and support the safeguarding of vulnerable adults, young people and children, observing and adhering to TNHTH policies on safeguarding Uphold ethical and professional standards and not behave in a manner that is likely to bring the Hospice into disrepute. Promote and sustain a responsible attitude towards equal opportunities and diversity within the Hospice. Make a positive contribution to fundraising and raising the profile of the Hospice Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing registration requirements or any national professional or occupational standards associated with the role. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and development and to participate in any training relevant to the role. For designated roles, the post holder will be responsible for health & safety, business continuity planning and/or risk management. (These responsibilities will be notified on appointment). This job description is not exhaustive. It merely acts as a guide and may be amended to meet the changing requirements of the Hospice at any time after discussion with the post holder.