Palliative Care Nurse Consultant

4 weeks ago

St Leonards, East Sussex, United Kingdom St Michael's Hospice (Hastings & Rother) Full time

Position Overview

At St Michael's Hospice, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional care to our patients and their families. This role presents an opportunity to become a vital member of our integrated community nursing team, contributing to our holistic approach in supporting patients within their own environments. We have openings available for a Palliative Care Nurse Consultant position.

Key Responsibilities

You will be part of a compassionate, patient-centered team committed to making a significant impact in the lives of individuals in Hastings & Rother. We seek a candidate who is enthusiastic about palliative care and possesses transferable nursing expertise. You will establish a genuine and trustworthy connection with patients and their families, providing empathetic care and support to those in need. Our ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication abilities, sound judgment, and a strong commitment to collaborative, patient-focused interdisciplinary teamwork. You will be equipped to address sensitive subjects such as loss, grief, and end-of-life discussions with openness and honesty. While experience in palliative care is preferred, it is not a prerequisite for joining our Hospice team. We encourage you to engage with us, meet our team, explore the Hospice, and understand how you can contribute positively to the lives of patients and their families.

About St Michael's Hospice

We offer a welcoming, team-oriented work atmosphere, a robust pension scheme with the option to maintain any existing NHS pension scheme membership, an Employee Assistance Programme, Benenden Healthcare, up to 29 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, subsidized meals for employees, complimentary refreshments, free parking, supportive supervision, and a proactive Education Department to assist with your professional development. Employees at the Hospice are also eligible for a Blue Light Card, granting access to a wide range of discounts. This position also includes a Golden Hello upon successful completion of the probationary period.

Job Duties

- Facilitate the comprehensive care of individuals with specialized palliative care requirements in the community through expert assessment and management aligned with their personal goals and priorities.

- Serve as a specialist resource for patients, their families, and the broader health and social care team in supporting individuals with life-limiting illnesses, addressing physical, psychological, social, or spiritual needs.

- As a senior member of the Integrated Clinical Team, actively participate in clinical governance, service development, audits, and research, including leading clinically focused projects.

- Collaborate effectively to foster strong working relationships and ensure seamless support and care for patients and their families.

- Contribute to a 7-day service provision and participate in the Clinical On-call rota.

Qualifications and Skills

Essential Qualifications

  • Registered General Nurse (RGN)
  • Degree in a relevant field
  • Evidence of Continued Professional Development
  • Post-qualification in cancer/palliative care or a related subject
  • Non-medical prescribing qualification
  • Advanced Healthcare Clinical Assessment Skills

Desirable Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in palliative care or a related field
  • Advanced communication skills
  • Research qualification

Essential Skills

  • Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to engage with various stakeholders.
  • Ability to initiate and manage changes in clinical practice related to palliative care.
  • Proficient in IT and capable of using Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to educate a range of healthcare providers both formally and informally.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and flexibility in managing time and workload.
  • Ability to motivate oneself and others.
  • Capacity to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Effective time management and prioritization skills.
  • Ability to work amidst frequent interruptions.

Experience

Essential Experience

  • Proven clinical experience working autonomously at a senior level.
  • Experience with palliative/end-of-life care patients and their families.
  • Background in various healthcare settings.
  • Problem-solving and clinical decision-making experience.
  • Experience in multi-professional collaboration.
  • Ability to lead and influence change.
  • Experience in supporting colleagues and student nurses.

Desirable Experience

  • Experience managing patient caseloads in community or ward settings.
  • Experience in formal and informal teaching.
  • Previous experience as a clinical nurse specialist.
  • Experience in non-malignant disease.
  • Experience in audit and research.
  • Leadership and management experience.

Personal Attributes

Essential Attributes

  • Resilient practitioner with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
  • Ability to foster positive relationships.
  • High standards of integrity, diplomacy, and reliability.
  • Self-aware of personal limitations and professional boundaries.
  • Professional, confident, and compassionate approach to work.

Additional Requirements

Essential Requirements

  • Full driving license and access to a vehicle or the ability to demonstrate how you will meet the travel requirements of the position in a timely manner.

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