Job summary An opportunity has arisen foran experienced Nurse to join our In-Patient Unit leadership team on a 12-monthfixed term basis to cover maternity leave.
The successful candidate will workwith two other lead nurses providing leadership, clear direction and support to the IPU team, promotinga culture of innovation, flexibility and high performance.Working collaboratively with clinical teams across the Hospice, particularlyour Willen at Home team, toensure high quality, seamless, evidence-based Specialist Palliative nursingcare is delivered.
Main duties of the job The ideal candidate will have advancedcommunication skills with proven experience of managing a team and will havepreviously held a lead position in a setting that provides 24 hour care.
Youwill hold a developed mix of specialist clinical skills, will be self-motivatedwith an interest in continuously improving the quality of patient care throughgood governance and supporting nurse led initiatives.
About us Set in the tranquil grounds ofWillen Lake, Willen Hospice is the leading provider of specialist palliative carewithin the Milton Keynes area.
We offer 24 hour / seven days aweek palliative care to people who have advanced disease, caring for people inour Inpatient Unit which accommodates 15 patients and the local community.
Ourperson centred care is delivered with compassion and respect for peopleswishes.
We have an expanding Therapeutic & Wellbeing service offeringPsychological Wellbeing, Social Care, Physiotherapy, Occupational andComplementary Therapy.In return for your skills andexperience, you can expect:-To join a supportive and caring teamGenerous annual leave entitlementstarting at 35 days pro rata (inclusive of statutory and bank holidays)with previous continuous NHS servicerecognisedFree onsite parking at theHospiceEmployer enhanced auto-enrolment pension scheme or continuedmembership of the NHS pension schemeEnhanced maternity, adoption and sick pay provisionOngoing commitment to education and professionaldevelopmentBlue Light Card discounts (with membership)Excellent on-site subsidised cateringfacilitiesAccess to Employee Assistance ProgrammeThis appointment is subject to anEnhanced