Staff Nurse inBlackburn inBlackburn PUBLISHED 6 DEC 2023

£34,167 to £35,603 a year  PERMANENT 

Work effectively as a team member to provide excellent standards of patient care within the Inpatient Unit

Be responsible for the assessment planning and evaluation of effective programmes of care for patients seeking support were needed

Be responsible for delivery of care to individual patients within their team, ensuring compliance with legislation and best practice

Be responsible for evaluating the care delivered in accordance with care plans and making relevant changes as necessary

Prioritise own workload and direct as appropriate the work load of others based upon patient need

Ensure that patients and their carers receive the highest standards of care at all times

Take responsibility for a shift as delegated

Hold the keys to the Controlled Drug Cupboard when in charge being accountable for access to the Controlled Drug Cupboard

Take responsibility for the 24hour health professional advice line working within established protocols as delegated

Maintain clear, accurate documentation in accordance with best practice, professional standards and guidance

Attend multi-disciplinary meetings as appropriate within the unit/hospice

Contribute to the discussions regarding patients they are caring for including liaising with healthcare professionals

Provide opportunities to patients and relatives to discuss care and raise issues

Responsible for complying with health and safety procedures

Work as an effective team member offering support to colleagues as required

Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times and information relating to patients and personnel is only used in connection with authorised duties

To work across departments where necessary in order to meet patient need.

East Lancashire Hospice is a registered charity, founded in 1984. We support and care for patients with a life limiting illness, their families and others close to them.

We have a wonderful opportunity for a forward thinking, enthusiastic and motivated registered nurse to join our friendly and supportive Inpatient Unit Team. The successful Staff Nurse will be responsible for the assessment planning and evaluation of effective programmes of care and the subsequent delivery of care patients, ensuring compliance with legislation and best practice at all times. You will be required to maintain clear accurate documentation, attend meetings as appropriate and liaise with external healthcare professionals. Due to the nature of care we provide, you will be expected to prioritise your own workload and direct as appropriate the work load of others based upon patient need ensuring patients and their loved ones receive the highest standards of care at all times.

This role may be closed early applications dependent, as recruitment is ongoing so please apply as soon as possible.

Unfortunately at present we are unable to support Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK

Successful applicants will be invited to attend a face to face interview on Wednesday 22nd May 2024

Previous applicants, need not apply.

You will demonstrate excellent standards of assessment, care planning and evaluation of interventions to ensure the needs and choices of people accessing hospice services are met.

You will have substantial experience of working within a caring role and have supported patients with life limiting illness. With good communication skill you will be able to work as part of a team and relate with understanding and sensitivity to those experiencing life changing illness.

Supporting patients at the end of life is a privilege, and at East Lancashire Hospice we do all we can do ensure patients make the most of life whilst in our care. This makes working as a Staff Nurse at East Lancashire Hospice rewarding in a very unique way. Whilst you are supporting patients and their loved ones at a very difficult time, you do it knowing you're providing the best care possible. The clinical team all work together with great pride in the care they provide, and you will be joining a high performing team with a supportive culture.

Work effectively as a team member to provide excellent standards of patient care within the Inpatient Unit

Be responsible for the assessment planning and evaluation of effective programmes of care for patients seeking support were needed

Be responsible for delivery of care to individual patients within their team, ensuring compliance with legislation and best practice

Be responsible for evaluating the care delivered in accordance with care plans and making relevant changes as necessary

Prioritise own workload and direct as appropriate the work load of others based upon patient need

Ensure that patients and their carers receive the highest standards of care at all times

Take responsibility for a shift as delegated

Hold the keys to the Controlled Drug Cupboard when in charge being accountable for access to the Controlled Drug Cupboard

Take responsibility for the 24hour health professional advice line working within established protocols as delegated

Maintain clear, accurate documentation in accordance with best practice, professional standards and guidance

Attend multi-disciplinary meetings as appropriate within the unit/hospice

Contribute to the discussions regarding patients they are caring for including liaising with healthcare professionals

Provide opportunities to patients and relatives to discuss care and raise issues

Responsible for complying with health and safety procedures

Work as an effective team member offering support to colleagues as required

Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times and information relating to patients and personnel is only used in connection with authorised duties

To work across departments where necessary in order to meet patient need.

East Lancashire Hospice is a registered charity, founded in 1984. We support and care for patients with a life limiting illness, their families and others close to them.

We have a wonderful opportunity for a forward thinking, enthusiastic and motivated registered nurse to join our friendly and supportive Inpatient Unit Team. The successful Staff Nurse will be responsible for the assessment planning and evaluation of effective programmes of care and the subsequent delivery of care patients, ensuring compliance with legislation and best practice at all times. You will be required to maintain clear accurate documentation, attend meetings as appropriate and liaise with external healthcare professionals. Due to the nature of care we provide, you will be expected to prioritise your own workload and direct as appropriate the work load of others based upon patient need ensuring patients and their loved ones receive the highest standards of care at all times.

This role may be closed early applications dependent, as recruitment is ongoing so please apply as soon as possible.

Unfortunately at present we are unable to support Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK

Successful applicants will be invited to attend a face to face interview on Wednesday 22nd May 2024

Previous applicants, need not apply.

You will demonstrate excellent standards of assessment, care planning and evaluation of interventions to ensure the needs and choices of people accessing hospice services are met.

You will have substantial experience of working within a caring role and have supported patients with life limiting illness. With good communication skill you will be able to work as part of a team and relate with understanding and sensitivity to those experiencing life changing illness.

Supporting patients at the end of life is a privilege, and at East Lancashire Hospice we do all we can do ensure patients make the most of life whilst in our care. This makes working as a Staff Nurse at East Lancashire Hospice rewarding in a very unique way. Whilst you are supporting patients and their loved ones at a very difficult time, you do it knowing you're providing the best care possible. The clinical team all work together with great pride in the care they provide, and you will be joining a high performing team with a supportive culture.



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