Community Clinical Nurse Specialists-Full time/ Part time opportunities inFinchley inFinchley PUBLISHED 14 MAY 2024

Having provided incredible palliative and end of life care to patients for nearly four decades, we pride ourselves on the dedication and quality that we can bring to any situation.
Job summary

North London Hospice has been the leading provider of end-of-life care in North London since 1984, providing specialist care to patients at home, in the community and on our Inpatient Unit in Finchley. Our mission is to help our patient's live life to the full despite their illness.

As part of our Patient Services Transformation programme, we have some upcoming exciting opportunities within the Hospice. At present, we are seeking
full time and part time Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) on 6-12 month fixed term contracts
to join our community teams at North London Hospice.

The Hospice is home to many diverse departments such as nursing, medical, clinical, cleaning & catering, and our corporate departments such as Marketing and Communications, Finance, People and Fundraising. Alongside these services we also have 18 retail stores across North London playing a vital part in generating money for us so that we can continue doing the work we do. The core to all of this, is our patients and being able to see the difference that we make every day.

Having provided incredible palliative and end of life care to patients for nearly four decades, we pride ourselves on the dedication and quality that we can bring to any situation. We're passionate, caring and focused on ensuring that everyone under our care feels cared for and supported at one of the most important moments of their lives.

Main duties of the job

This is a rewarding opportunity for you to join our dedicated Community teams which cover three London boroughs (Barnet, Enfield, and Haringey) as we work to provide the best of life, at the end of life, for those who need us most. You will have the chance to use your holistic knowledge and skills to make a valuable, positive difference to the lives of those suffering with life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones.

The
CNS
contributes to the provision of specialist and end of life care in the community for patients diagnosed with life limiting illnesses and their informal carers. Working with the MDT, accepting patients to agreed criteria and managing a shared caseload. They will provide advice, education and support to patients, their carers and other health and social care professionals. They will contribute to the development and smooth running of the service. The post holder will work to agreed professional, department and Hospice boundaries as required to provide patient centered seamless care and take part in the 7 day / week service to community patients.

We would also like to hear from you if you would like to be considered for our Associate Clinical Nurse Specialist 6-month development programme. This programme is a developmental pathway to progress to a Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist.

About us

As an organisation, we are committed to offering a healthy work/life balance, with accessible mental health support, an extensive range of lifestyle and health benefits and excellent training and development opportunities, and hence, we offer the following range of competitive benefits:
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Generous annual leave
  • Transfer of NHS pension scheme
  • Pension - Employer contribution pension scheme
  • Access to clinical supervision
  • Fully funded Health Cash Plan
  • Life Assurance cover
  • Flexible/Hybrid Working
  • A range of opportunities for professional learning and development
  • Access to our 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Travel incentives
  • Family friendly and special leave
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Blue Light Scheme membership and carers' discounts
  • Social events throughout the year and much more...
Job description

Job responsibilities

If you are passionate about palliative care and like to work in a caring environment that makes a difference, then this is the place for you.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for more details and information on the role.


We reserve the right to interview candidates who are most suited to this post before the closing date.


North London Hospice is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity, and we acknowledge that we currently have an underrepresentation from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic people. North London Hospice job opportunities are open to all, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Job description
Job responsibilities

If you are passionate about palliative care and like to work in a caring environment that makes a difference, then this is the place for you.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for more details and information on the role.


We reserve the right to interview candidates who are most suited to this post before the closing date.


North London Hospice is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity, and we acknowledge that we currently have an underrepresentation from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic people. North London Hospice job opportunities are open to all, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC Registration Level 1
  • Evidence of on going professional development
  • Educated to degree level
  • Non medical prescriber or willing to undertake training
Experience and knowledge

Essential

  • Knowledge of palliative care and symptom management
  • Experience of working at band 6 or above
  • Experience of working with IT systems
Personal qualities and abilities

Essential

  • Car driver owner
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work alone and as a member of the MDT
General

Desirable

  • Experience of working in the community
  • Experience of of oncology/palliative care
  • Experience of audit and research
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC Registration Level 1
  • Evidence of on going professional development
  • Educated to degree level
  • Non medical prescriber or willing to undertake training
Experience and knowledge

Essential

  • Knowledge of palliative care and symptom management
  • Experience of working at band 6 or above
  • Experience of working with IT systems
Personal qualities and abilities

Essential

  • Car driver owner
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work alone and as a member of the MDT
General

Desirable

  • Experience of working in the community
  • Experience of of oncology/palliative care
  • Experience of audit and research
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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 .

From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Additional information
Certificate of Sponsorship

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 .

From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

North London Hospice
Address

North London Hospice

Woodside Avenue

North Finchley

N12 8TT

Employer's website
Job summary

North London Hospice has been the leading provider of end-of-life care in North London since 1984, providing specialist care to patients at home, in the community and on our Inpatient Unit in Finchley. Our mission is to help our patient's live life to the full despite their illness.

As part of our Patient Services Transformation programme, we have some upcoming exciting opportunities within the Hospice. At present, we are seeking
full time and part time Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) on 6-12 month fixed term contracts
to join our community teams at North London Hospice.

The Hospice is home to many diverse departments such as nursing, medical, clinical, cleaning & catering, and our corporate departments such as Marketing and Communications, Finance, People and Fundraising. Alongside these services we also have 18 retail stores across North London playing a vital part in generating money for us so that we can continue doing the work we do. The core to all of this, is our patients and being able to see the difference that we make every day.

Having provided incredible palliative and end of life care to patients for nearly four decades, we pride ourselves on the dedication and quality that we can bring to any situation. We're passionate, caring and focused on ensuring that everyone under our care feels cared for and supported at one of the most important moments of their lives.

Main duties of the job

This is a rewarding opportunity for you to join our dedicated Community teams which cover three London boroughs (Barnet, Enfield, and Haringey) as we work to provide the best of life, at the end of life, for those who need us most. You will have the chance to use your holistic knowledge and skills to make a valuable, positive difference to the lives of those suffering with life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones.

The
CNS
contributes to the provision of specialist and end of life care in the community for patients diagnosed with life limiting illnesses and their informal carers. Working with the MDT, accepting patients to agreed criteria and managing a shared caseload. They will provide advice, education and support to patients, their carers and other health and social care professionals. They will contribute to the development and smooth running of the service. The post holder will work to agreed professional, department and Hospice boundaries as required to provide patient centered seamless care and take part in the 7 day / week service to community patients.

We would also like to hear from you if you would like to be considered for our Associate Clinical Nurse Specialist 6-month development programme. This programme is a developmental pathway to progress to a Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist.

About us

As an organisation, we are committed to offering a healthy work/life balance, with accessible mental health support, an extensive range of lifestyle and health benefits and excellent training and development opportunities, and hence, we offer the following range of competitive benefits:
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Generous annual leave
  • Transfer of NHS pension scheme
  • Pension - Employer contribution pension scheme
  • Access to clinical supervision
  • Fully funded Health Cash Plan
  • Life Assurance cover
  • Flexible/Hybrid Working
  • A range of opportunities for professional learning and development
  • Access to our 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Travel incentives
  • Family friendly and special leave
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Blue Light Scheme membership and carers' discounts
  • Social events throughout the year and much more...
Job description

Job responsibilities

If you are passionate about palliative care and like to work in a caring environment that makes a difference, then this is the place for you.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for more details and information on the role.

We reserve the right to interview candidates who are most suited to this post before the closing date.


North London Hospice is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity, and we acknowledge that we currently have an underrepresentation from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic people. North London Hospice job opportunities are open to all, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Job description
Job responsibilities

If you are passionate about palliative care and like to work in a caring environment that makes a difference, then this is the place for you.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for more details and information on the role.

We reserve the right to interview candidates who are most suited to this post before the closing date.


North London Hospice is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity, and we acknowledge that we currently have an underrepresentation from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic people. North London Hospice job opportunities are open to all, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC Registration Level 1
  • Evidence of on going professional development
  • Educated to degree level
  • Non medical prescriber or willing to undertake training
Experience and knowledge

Essential

  • Knowledge of palliative care and symptom management
  • Experience of working at band 6 or above
  • Experience of working with IT systems
Personal qualities and abilities

Essential

  • Car driver owner
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work alone and as a member of the MDT
General

Desirable

  • Experience of working in the community
  • Experience of of oncology/palliative care
  • Experience of audit and research
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC Registration Level 1
  • Evidence of on going professional development
  • Educated to degree level
  • Non medical prescriber or willing to undertake training
Experience and knowledge

Essential

  • Knowledge of palliative care and symptom management
  • Experience of working at band 6 or above
  • Experience of working with IT systems
Personal qualities and abilities

Essential

  • Car driver owner
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work alone and as a member of the MDT
General

Desirable

  • Experience of working in the community
  • Experience of of oncology/palliative care
  • Experience of audit and research
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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 .

From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Additional information
Certificate of Sponsorship

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 .

From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

North London Hospice
Address

North London Hospice

Woodside Avenue

North Finchley

N12 8TT

Employer's website


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