We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Staff Nurse to join our team to work flexibly across our In-Patient Unit.
Position: Staff Nurse
Hours: Various hours available, with the flexibility to cover days, late and nights when required, plus unsociable enhancements between 30% and 75% depending on hours worked.
Main duties of the job
If you are a Staff Nurse who wants to spend more time with their patients, who thrives within a supportive multi-disciplinary team and is excited to learn and develop their own skills, we want to hear from you.
About us
Oakhaven Hospice serves the community of the New Forest, providing in-patient, day hospice and community care for patients with life limiting illnesses and support to their families/carers. We are committed to equality of opportunity at Oakhaven. Our mission is to welcome everyone to join us and create inclusive teams, celebrating difference and encouraging everyone to be themselves at work.
Job responsibilities
About you:
We are looking for someone with:
* At least 2 years experience as a qualified Nurse.
* NMC Level 1 or 2 and recent experience of nursing patients with palliative care needs or oncology is essential, as is the experience of caring for families and patients facing the challenge of terminal illness.
* Excellent communication skills to discuss difficult end of life issues and confidently liaise with other healthcare professionals at all levels.
* A compassionate manner and a responsible, mature attitude are also essential.
Benefits
* Holiday: 28 days plus bank holidays (Pro rata for part time employees)
* Long service leave at 5 and 10 years
* Auto enrolment company pension scheme (with ability to retain membership of NHS Pension Scheme subject to qualifying criteria)
* Life Assurance
* Cycle to work Scheme
* Cash Health Plan
* Employee Assistance Programme
* A truly supportive and caring environment
Please note that we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to work in the UK without our sponsorship for your application to be considered.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* NMC Level 1 or 2 and recent experience of nursing patients with palliative care needs
Experience
* Demonstrates ability to meet Oakhaven Hospice's values
* Demonstrate skills in IT systems and use of Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Relevant post-registration experience in cancer, palliative care or the specialty.
* Evidence of good communication skills
* Ability to support and influence change
* Highly effective communication and relationship skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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