St Barnabas Hospice r8CJ3BXL
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives by providing specialist palliative care.
Work within a supportive multi-disciplinary team, enhancing collaboration and care delivery.
Experience in complex symptom management, improving clinical skills and knowledge.
Competitive salary with the potential for additional unsocial hours enhancement of 30%.
Flexible working hours up to 37.5 per week with a structured 7-day rota, including option for night shifts.
Engagement in holistic end-of-life care, fostering a compassionate and patient-centered approach to nursing.
St Barnabas Hospice in Lincoln is seeking a Staff Nurse for their Specialist Palliative Care Inpatient Unit. The role involves delivering specialized palliative care as part of a multi-disciplinary team, focusing on managing complex symptoms and providing holistic end-of-life care for patients. Candidates should have a current Nursing & Midwifery Council registration and recent experience in acute or palliative care nursing.
The position offers up to 37.5 hours per week on a rotating 7-day schedule, including night shifts, with a salary of £29,284 per annum (pro rata) and a 30% enhancement for weekends and unsocial hours. The interview date is set for January 10, 2025, and applications can be submitted through the NHS Jobs website. For more information or assistance with applications, candidates are encouraged to contact Sue Carter, Ward Manager, or the recruitment team via email.
The position offers up to 37.5 hours per week on a rotating 7-day schedule, including night shifts, with a salary of £29,284 per annum (pro rata) and a 30% enhancement for weekends and unsocial hours. The interview date is set for January 10, 2025, and applications can be submitted through the NHS Jobs website. For more information or assistance with applications, candidates are encouraged to contact Sue Carter, Ward Manager, or the recruitment team via email.
We have a vacancy for a staff nurse to work within the Specialist Palliative Care Inpatient Unit.
The role includes the provision of specialist palliative care as part of a multi-disciplinary team, supporting patients with complex symptom management needs and working with the team in delivering a high standard of holistic end of life care.
Qualifications and Experience:
Applications are welcome from candidates with:
- Current registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Council
- Recent experience in acute or palliative care nursing.
Hours:
Up to 37.5 hours per week worked over a 7 day rota including rotation to nights.
Salary:
£29,284 per annum, pro rata, plus weekend unsocial hours enhancement of 30%
Grade:
S
Interview Date:
Friday, 10 January 2025.
For further details please contact:
Sue Carter, Ward Manager
To apply for this vacancy:
Please complete an application via the NHS Jobs website
For assistance with your application
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Educational Qualifications:
1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.
2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.
Clinical Skills:
1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.
2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.
3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.
4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.
5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.
6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).
Soft Skills:
1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.
2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.
5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Skills:
1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.
2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.
3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).
Continuing Professional Development:
1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.
Employment Considerations:
1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.
2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.
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