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Senior Registered Nurse (Hospice at Home)

Dyddiad hysbysebu:	14 Tachwedd 2025
Cyflog:	£31,434 i £32,401.20 bob blwyddyn
Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog:	£31434 - £32401.20 a year
Oriau:	Llawn Amser
Dyddiad cau:	30 Tachwedd 2025
Lleoliad:	Lancaster, LA2 6ST
Cwmni:	NHS Jobs
Math o swydd:	Parhaol
Cyfeirnod swydd:	B0502-SRN-HH-25

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MAIN DUTIES Participate in the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of evidence-based nursing care for patients and their families Provide support, information and advice to patients, families and professional colleagues Develop knowledge and expertise in symptom management Supervise the work of junior members of the team, student nurses and volunteers Clinical Work with the multidisciplinary team involved in the total holistic care of patients and families integrating nursing care with their physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs. Assess the individuals needs of the patient and families and be professionally accountable whilst complying with policies, procedures and current legislation Demonstrate personal clinical competence and expertise in palliative care Participate in progress reviews of nursing care and team work at regular intervals Provide competent care in venepuncture, cannulation, verification of expected death, male catheterisation and intravenous care where competence has been proven and verified. Ensure up to date, accurate patient healthcare records at all times, which are completed with the patient and familys support and knowledge Maintaining the strict confidentiality of all information acquired especially with regard to patients and staff. To be a co-operative and supportive member of the team, ensuring that all members are aware of any issues in the post holders workload, which may affect other members of the team. To manage all volunteers utilised in the area and to develop effective working relationships providing regular feedback on their performance. Adhere to all standard operating procedures for St Johns Hospice Services. Communication Participate in professional discussions as appropriate and act as a patient advocate if required. Update members of the MDT regarding patient situations as required, ensuring care is patient-centered. Promote a multidisciplinary approach to patient care by contributing and communicating effectively with the team. Participate in internal and external Multidisciplinary Team meetings. Use communication and interpersonal skills to communicate difficult or sensitive information to patient, families, carers and staff. Ensure patients and families are aware of treatment plans and aims whilst being cared for at home. Attend and participate in service and team meetings Management Manage and maintain a safe clinical environment utilising allocated resources safely and effectively. Ensure competency in the use and function of equipment and report any malfunctions immediately, ensuring patient safety at all times. Lead and co-ordinate shifts managing the team of Registered Nurses, Assistant Practitioners and Healthcare Assistants ensuring patients and their families receive the highest standard of care Be aware of and adhere to the Hospice policies and procedures and act at all times with the NMC standards, Code of Conduct and guidelines Report any issues to your line manager at the earliest opportunity Contribute to practice development and specific clinical governance projects. Line manage a cohort of Healthcare Assistants. Education and development Develop and maintain relevant knowledge and skills and be responsible for own continuing professional development. Participate in the appraisal system and agree a personal development plan with the line manager in line with the Hospice strategy, personal needs and requirements of the post. This will include mandatory training needs which must be completed & will be achieved through a variety of processes including regular 1-2-1s with Line Managers or senior colleagues, annual appraisal and development reviews. Provide mentor support to new staff, students and volunteers Attend Hospice education sessions relevant to the post-holders educational needs. Contribute to the co-ordination and development of teaching and learning activities within Community Services and to the paid education program. Co-operating fully in the introduction of any new technology and new methods as appropriate. To promote at all times the Hospice philosophy and uphold St Johns core values. Use opportunities to extend clinical and professional knowledge. Accept accountability for own clinical practice and maintain and continue professional development Promote a questioning and analytical approach to health care delivery. Audit To contribute to the development and implementation of evidence-based practice Support audits undertaken within Community Services. Respond to initial complaints from patient/family and report to senior staff Report any near misses, accidents or incidents as per Hospice policy Other To be an ambassador for St Johns Hospice as a charity engaging in public speaking and fundraising initiatives as required. To be aware of the requirements of the Data Protection Act 2018 and follow codes of practice to ensure safeguarding of confidential information To undertake other duties appropriate to the role as agreed with the Director of Nursing and Quality To be willing to embrace development opportunities as they arise. STANDARD/ENHANCED DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENT Enhanced DBS disclosure + Adult Barring Check required for this post.The cost of this check is currently £54.30 and this will be deducted from the successful applicants first salary payment. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES TO ST. JOHNS HOSPICE Please refer to the uploaded Job description for full details of the points below 1. Confidentiality 2. Health and Safety 3. External Interests 4. Statutory Training 5. Flexibility 6. Safeguarding 7. Disclosure and Barring 8. Equality and Inclusion 9. Volunteers