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Lead Community Palliative Care Coordinator

2 months ago


Bury St, Suffolk, United Kingdom St Nicholas Hospice Care Full time

Position Overview

An exceptional opportunity has emerged to become a pivotal member of our Community Team as the Lead Community Palliative Care Coordinator. This team is an integral part of our well-established multi-disciplinary group, which includes clinical nurse specialists, senior hospice nurses, and healthcare assistants dedicated to offering specialized support to patients and families facing life-limiting illnesses within our community.

The selected candidate will oversee the community hospice nursing team, shaping the comprehensive care provided to patients and caregivers with end-of-life and specialized palliative care requirements. This role presents a unique chance to significantly impact the lives of individuals and their families.

Key Responsibilities

You will engage with the Community Team to deliver expert palliative care guidance and assistance to patients in the designated areas. Your role will encompass both clinical oversight and daily management of Clinical Nurse Specialists, Registered Nurses, and Healthcare Assistants within the Community Team. You will also be expected to foster the ongoing development of the responsive palliative care community team. Additionally, you will collaborate with the broader multi-disciplinary team, providing both in-person and telephonic support for a select group of patients, and participate in managing inquiries from our advice line.

The ideal candidate will exhibit a high degree of clinical and managerial expertise, possess outstanding communication skills, and demonstrate the ability to adapt to the evolving needs of the service.

About St Nicholas Hospice Care

St Nicholas Hospice Care is a charitable organization committed to providing assistance, guidance, and support to individuals in our community who are living with chronic and life-threatening conditions. Our services extend beyond patients to include their families and friends, offering a comprehensive range of support from specialized medical care to bereavement services and practical assistance. We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone in our communities receives the support, dignity, and choices they deserve when confronting end-of-life issues.

Employee Benefits

  • 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 29 with length of service (pro-rata for part-time employees)
  • Enhanced occupational sick pay scheme
  • Company pension scheme or continuation of the current NHS pension plan (subject to eligibility)
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Access to the Blue Light Card scheme, offering various discounts
  • Guaranteed free onsite parking
  • Excellent training and professional development opportunities
  • Health Cash Plan and Wellbeing program (including dental, optical, and emotional support)
  • Opportunities to participate in staff social events organized by our social committee

Qualifications and Skills

Essential Qualifications:

  • Active Adult Registered Nurse (NMC registrant)
  • Relevant diploma or degree in Nursing
  • Master's level study (e.g., Advanced Communication Skills, Clinical Assessment)
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Completion of a Master's degree
  • Non-medical prescribing qualification

Essential Skills and Abilities:

  • Understanding of the importance of multi-disciplinary teamwork
  • Significant experience working independently
  • Strong understanding of professional and clinical boundaries
  • Aware of personal emotional responses and ability to manage them appropriately
  • Capacity to reflect on and critically evaluate personal performance
  • Able to inspire and lead others by example
  • Recognize and address professional and ethical issues, seeking support when necessary
  • Valid driving license, access to a personal vehicle, and business insurance

Experience Requirements:

Essential Experience:

  • Extensive post-registration experience in palliative care or oncology
  • In-depth knowledge and experience in managing a palliative care caseload

Desirable Experience:

  • Experience in line management