Lead Staff Nurse Day Hospice
| Posting date: | 04 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £34,198.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £34198.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 February 2026 |
| Location: | Bromsgrove, B60 3BW |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | B0257-26-0011 |
Summary
Job Role: To be responsible for the clinical assessment of patients and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care without direct supervision To promote the use of evidence-based practice in an environment conducive to training and supporting the needs of all staff and volunteers. Clinical: To develop and maintain a problem-solving approach to the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care in line with a holistic philosophy of individualised care. To encourage an open and co-operative approach towards patients and their families/carers which fosters their independence and which recognises and respects their involvement in the planning and delivery of care. To monitor standards of care by the giving and receiving of nursing reports and through communication with patients, relatives, visitors and staff bringing any deficiencies to the attention of the Clinical Nurse Specialist or Head of Clinical Services. To deal with sensitive information concerning patients medical condition, and demonstrate skills of persuasion and reassurance. Able to deal with psychological, emotional and spiritual needs of patients. To make a broad assessment of a patients needs and make appropriate judgements on problems requiring analysis or investigation, seeking advice from senior staff where necessary. To prepare and deliver educational session to patients and lead the Day Hospice sessions. To develop and maintain effective communication with all members of the multi-professional team, community services, statutory and voluntary agencies. To demonstrate clinical skills including venepuncture and recording of basic observations, use of equipment such as suction machine, oxygen concentrator and hoists. To be aware of and respect the patients right to confidentiality. To demonstrate a non-judgemental approach to patients and relatives/carers, irrespective of their ethnic origin, religious beliefs, personal attributes or any other factor. To be aware of the Nursing and Midwifery Councils Code of Professional Conduct in the performance of nursing duties and to be professionally accountable for all actions whilst on duty. To ensure all activities are consistent with Primrose Hospice policies and procedures. To maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records using electronic notes system following Hospice procedures and NMC guidelines. To provide nursing and personal care as required, including assisting dependent patients with showering and toileting. Enable patients to develop their knowledge and skills to empower them to manage their illness and social circumstances. To liaise with referrer and other health care professionals as necessary and appropriate, gathering as much clinical information as possible. To ensure that equipment is used and maintained in a safe and serviceable condition and that faults are reported promptly. Undertake clinical audits when required. Educational: To assist the Head of Clinical Services and Clinical Nurse Specialist in promoting an environment conducive to the training of all staff, volunteers and visiting students. To keep up-to-date with current issues in nursing and changes in practice. To promote the use of evidence-based practice. To be aware of the need for ongoing professional and personal development. Managerial: To foster a sensitive and caring atmosphere for patients, relatives and staff. To support the Head of Clinical Services and to work as a member of the Day Hospice team, promoting good patient relations. To provide continuity and consistency of leadership in line with policies agreed with Primrose Hospice. To contribute new ideas and to co-operate with changes in policy as they occur. To take appropriate action on any accident or untoward incident and to report and record details of such events as soon as possible to the Clinical Nurse Specialist or Head of Clinical Services. To maintain effective communication between all staff including volunteers within the Hospice. To maintain appropriate levels of stocks and supplies within Day Hospice, ensuring that the unit is always adequately stocked, with due regard to economy and efficiency. To act as an ambassador for the charity at all times. Continuing Professional Development To maintain and develop specialist knowledge, skills and competence through networking with other specialists and professional organisations. To maintain a programme of professional development by attending internal and external training, education, conferences and seminars. To participate in team clinical supervision. Professional Responsibility To maintain registration with the NMC, maintaining personal professional portfolio. To take personal responsibility for attendance at annual mandatory training sessions. To take personal responsibility for continuous professional development. This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, and the post holder will be expected to undertake other duties within the remit of the job and appropriate to their level of seniority as requested by the relevant line management.