Registered General Nurse - Canterbury

Job summary Do you have a background in palliative nursing care?Do you want to develop your nursing skills into a specialist role and be part of a pro-active multi-disciplinary and professional team, who put excellent patient care as their priority?Do you have a passion for working collaboratively in an environment of thriving on positive change and making a difference to those with palliative and end of life care needs?Are you passionate about supporting and empowering patients to live well until their very last moment in their life?Through holistic needs assessmentProviding individually planned care informed by patient wishesSupporting patients and their families/carers to have open and honest conversations about their wishes for end of life careIf so, then the role of Registered General Nurse at Pilgrims may be just the job for you!We are seeking well-motivated and forward thinking professionals to join our multi-disciplinary team, in supporting patients across east Kent.
Main duties of the job Providing a high standard of palliative nursing care which reflects evidence based practice, encompasses patient choice and makes best use of valuable resourcesAssessing, planning and implementing individualised and effective patient care and evaluating the outcomeCommunicate with members of the internal and external multi-disciplinary team to ensure the best care for patients whilst on the ward and on dischargeProviding advice and guidance related to symptom managementRecognising and appropriately responding to changes in patients conditionsActing as an independent prescriberActively contributing to service developmentBeing involved in the supervision and education of other health professionalsUndertaking evidence based projects and auditMaking recommendations for the development of and changes to working practices and processes as requiredAs our wards operateon a shift working basis, you will need a flexible approach to working hours,including the ability to work nights and on weekends.
About us As an award-winning employer, Pilgrims provides end of life care services to patients and their families across east Kent.Our commitment is to provide open, compassionate care and expertise for patients and their families both in the community and in-patient units.Our VisionOf a community where people with a terminal illness, and their family and friends, are supported and empowered to live well in mind and body until the very last moment of their life.Other BenefitsAs an Employer of Choice, our commitment to supporting our employees and volunteers is a key priority.Our hospices offer:Modern, friendly and highly professional working environmentsOpportunities for professional development through a range of extensive learningAlignment with NHS pay rates and continuity in membership of the NHS pension schemeA sense of achievement in supporting a worthwhile causeA sense of wellbeingA good work-life balanceLocations across well-populated areas of east Kent all providing very good road and rail linksNHS and financial discounts Blue Light Card Job description Job responsibilities Applicants must have valid Right to Work in the UK as Pilgrims Hospices does not offer sponsorship.The post holder is responsible for providing a high standard of palliative nursing care which reflects evidence based practice, encompasses patient choice and makes best use of valuable resources.
This includes assessing, planning and implementing individualised and effective patient care and evaluating the outcome.This role involves delivering nursing care in a variety of settings including the in-patient wards, out-patient clinics, day services and patients homes.Clinical ResponsibilitiesMaintain a high level of nursing care through direct delivery of personal, emotional and psychological care for patients.Undertake patient care as directed in the patients care plan in order to meet each patients care needs whilst maintaining independence as much as possible and maintaining privacy and dignity at all times.Successfully manage clinical emergencies specifically related to palliative care through swift recognition, instigating and carrying out any immediate actions and reporting and sharing information quickly.Whilst responsible to the Senior Nurse Manager, the post holder will work competently and confidently without direct supervision to complete delegated work load, including maintaining skill mix and staff planning.Facilitate successful discharge, where appropriate, according to patients needs and preferences.Maintain safe and effective drug administration by administering all medications and setting up and maintaining subcutaneous syringe drivers according the Pilgrims Hospices and the Nursing and Midwifery Councils codes and guidelines.Audit/Clinical Audit/ResearchTakes part in audit projects to inform standards of practice and undertakes research in line with own clinical development.Education/Training/TeachingEnsures own knowledge is up to date, undertaking mandatory training and attending workshops and training courses for the benefit of continued personal development, to learn new skills and increase knowledge.Takes responsibility for ensuring that new staff receive support and education during induction and acts as a positive role model.Promotes the work of the Hospice through collaborative working with clinical and allied professionals, participating in a multi-professional team working approach to support patients, families and carers irrespective of setting.AdministrationAssess report and manage risks in line with Hospice policies, the Nursing and Midwifery Councils Code and other statutory bodies.Contributes to the organization and running of the Hospice settings by undertaking administrative tasks as requested ( ward staff rota, patient bookings)Maintain adequate levels of drugs, dressings and general stores by ordering according to Hospice practice.Promote a high level of consistent nursing care by participating in the development and implementation of clinical policies and protocols.Ensure all patient information is electronically recorded in a safe, accurate and contemporaneous manner through familiarity with and daily use of the Infoflex Patient management system and adherence to Hospice IT protocols.CommunicationProvide sensitive and empathetic emotional and psychological support for patients and carers during the delivery of bad news, discussions relating to terminal care and during and after the event of death.Meet with patients carers to address and advise on nursing care, clinical practice, and patient related enquiries.
Ensure patients and carers are informed with regard to patient choice, treatment and progress, whilst maintaining respect for the privacy and dignity of the patient.Effectively communicate with other agencies to ensure continuity of care between the Hospice, Acute Trust, community and continuing care setting.Adopt standards of behaviours in keeping with Pilgrims Hospice mission and core values and the NMC Professional code of conduct.Personal/Professional DevelopmentAttends all training and development courses as identified through the appraisal process and takes an active role in maintaining own personal development plan.
Person Specification Skills and Abilities Essential Good communication skills Organisational and managerial skills Teaching skills Supervision and staff support skills Knowledge of IT and ability to use IT appropriately in the workplace.
Ability to work in a multi-professional environment Flexible approach to working patterns and the changing needs of healthcare Qualifications Essential First Level registration Evidence of ongoing professional development Desirable Post registration Nursing Course (Palliative Care Dip/Degree, ENB 931,237, or equivalent) Experience Essential Sound experience as registered nurse in specialist palliative care setting or to transfer skills from an associated environment Experience with mentoring student / junior nurses.
Desirable Mentoring and Assessing in Clinical Practice qualification or equivalent.
Right to Work in the UK Essential All applicants will need to have the right to work in the UK as we do not offer sponsorship.
You will need to provide details of your right to work status/documentation British Passport; UK Birth Certificate and National Insurance Number; Biometric Residence Permit on application.