Job summary Are you an experienced professional looking for a new challenge? Do you want to make a difference? If so this could be the role you are looking for. Due to the growth of our services we are looking for exceptional people to join our amazing team. The aim of the Inpatient unit is to provide support and care to patients with a wide range of symptoms associated with a life-shortening illness. Our unit has nine individual bedrooms with en-suite facilities, their own patio and garden views. In addition there is plenty of room for family and friends when they visit which includes access to our wonderful gardens. Previous applicants need not apply Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for delivering the highest standard of palliative care to patients and their families under the care of Tapping House. Care is provided within the hospice inpatient unit 24 hours a day, seven days a week and aims to support patient choice and access to excellent end of life care and support. As a core member of the care team and a member of the wider multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will be involved in assessing and developing appropriate plans of intervention and support for patients and their families, providing advice and signposting to other services as required as well as ensuring effective, timely communication. As a Band 6, there is an expectation of experience of leadership of shifts, with the support of the Ward Manager, ANPs, Hospice Doctors and our Associate Director of Care Quality to ensure effective flow of patients across the services, as well as providing mentoring and role modelling for less experienced colleagues. You will be involved in helping to facilitate the education and support of qualified and unqualified staff and to participate in the development of nursing practice across the hospice. Care provision shall reflect evidence based practice, in line with legal requirements, statutory rules and Hospice policies relating to practice, and the NMC Code of Conduct. The post will cover day and night shifts. Full and part time applicants will be considered. About us In addition to the competitive salary we offer the following - Annual Leave 25 days (increasing to 27 after 5 years and 31 after 9 years FTE) and public holidays Development opportunities Access to Blue Light discount card Access to complementary Therapy Free parking Onsite cafe We have an amazing multi disciplinary team who all work together ensuring that the patient is central to everything we do. Our Vision is - Every person affected by a life limiting condition will be offered choice and access to excellent rest of life care and bereavement support. Our Values are: COMPASSION ACCESSIBILITY RESPECT EXCELLENCE SPARK The Hospice stands in beautiful well maintained grounds. Our building is modern and light with each bedroom having a garden view. Date posted 03 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £36,453 to £43,896 a year Dependant on experience Enhancements Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number B0219-25-0001 Job locations Wheatfields Hillington King’s Lynn Norfolk PE31 6BH Job description Job responsibilities MAIN DUTIES Clinical Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients in a way that reflects the Hospice philosophy. To provide hands-on nursing care to all patients respecting their wishes and maintaining their dignity. Ensure the cultural and spiritual needs of patients are recognised and accommodated within resources available. Support Pre-admission reviews and monitoring of referrals received. Manage discharge planning where appropriate Promote a multi-disciplinary approach to care by ensuring effective communication is maintained between all staff, volunteers, patients and their families and attend weekly MDTs where appropriate Be proactively involved with incident and risk reviews, cascading learning from events. Promote the Hospice Record Keeping policy ensuring all care plans and patient documentation are completed appropriately Mentor and support new staff Become a Professional role model Participate in ward rounds when appropriate Develop knowledge in pain and symptom control and maintain personal, professional and clinical skills. Ensure safe running of controlled drugs ensuring safe record keeping and adequate supplies. To be responsible, in conjunction with the Nurse in charge, for maintaining a safe environment for patients and their families within the hospice. To be a link professional or champion with agreed responsibilities for the organisation (e.g. Infection Control, Continence, Tissue Viability), providing regular feedback through meetings / notice board presentations. Contribute to teaching programmes. To assist trained staff in dealing with patients/relatives/visitors who are distressed or anxious, and report to nurse in charge Managerial Co-ordinate the care for a given shift in the absence of the Nurse in charge. Provide designated fire officer coverage for wards and Hospice in absence of Senior Staff (e.g. over-night). In conjunction with other team members monitor levels of stock and medication. Ensure, by close liaison with Nurse in charge, that staffing for all subsequent shifts within the working week have sufficient staff at the appropriate skill mix. Highlight any staff sickness or gaps in duty rosters to Nurse in charge, ensuring HR aware of any staff absences. Carry out return to work absence meetings and appraisals of a 2-3 Palliative Nursing Assistants (B3). Educational Act as a mentor for, trainees and a preceptor for junior staff. Contribute to the Hospice education programme, and foster an environment of continual learning and development. Ensure patients and families educational and information needs are met. Maintain own educational and professional portfolio in line with own professional requirements; and to work towards Professional Competency Standards of a Band 6 Hospice Practitioner. Participate in clinical audit programmes or research projects where appropriate To attend clinical supervision within the organisation; and to monitor professional and personal development through the Hospice appraisal system. Professional Ensure continued, effective professional registration and revalidation. Be aware of the relevant Code of Professional Conduct and be accountable for own practice. Be aware of the relevant Scope of Professional Practice and ensure competency to undertake duties allocated. Ensure professional portfolio is kept and updated in accordance with professional registration recommendations. To assist trained staff in dealing with patients/relatives/visitors who are distressed or anxious, and report to nurse in charge. To deal with initial complaints and conflict (if approached directly by a patient/relative/visitor) as required, in a polite, calm manner and report to the nurse in charge. Complete the palliative care competencies for the hospice within a designated time frame. Any other duties as may be required. Job description Job responsibilities MAIN DUTIES Clinical Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients in a way that reflects the Hospice philosophy. To provide hands-on nursing care to all patients respecting their wishes and maintaining their dignity. Ensure the cultural and spiritual needs of patients are recognised and accommodated within resources available. Support Pre-admission reviews and monitoring of referrals received. Manage discharge planning where appropriate Promote a multi-disciplinary approach to care by ensuring effective communication is maintained between all staff, volunteers, patients and their families and attend weekly MDTs where appropriate Be proactively involved with incident and risk reviews, cascading learning from events. Promote the Hospice Record Keeping policy ensuring all care plans and patient documentation are completed appropriately Mentor and support new staff Become a Professional role model Participate in ward rounds when appropriate Develop knowledge in pain and symptom control and maintain personal, professional and clinical skills. Ensure safe running of controlled drugs ensuring safe record keeping and adequate supplies. To be responsible, in conjunction with the Nurse in charge, for maintaining a safe environment for patients and their families within the hospice. To be a link professional or champion with agreed responsibilities for the organisation (e.g. Infection Control, Continence, Tissue Viability), providing regular feedback through meetings / notice board presentations. Contribute to teaching programmes. To assist trained staff in dealing with patients/relatives/visitors who are distressed or anxious, and report to nurse in charge Managerial Co-ordinate the care for a given shift in the absence of the Nurse in charge. Provide designated fire officer coverage for wards and Hospice in absence of Senior Staff (e.g. over-night). In conjunction with other team members monitor levels of stock and medication. Ensure, by close liaison with Nurse in charge, that staffing for all subsequent shifts within the working week have sufficient staff at the appropriate skill mix. Highlight any staff sickness or gaps in duty rosters to Nurse in charge, ensuring HR aware of any staff absences. Carry out return to work absence meetings and appraisals of a 2-3 Palliative Nursing Assistants (B3). Educational Act as a mentor for, trainees and a preceptor for junior staff. Contribute to the Hospice education programme, and foster an environment of continual learning and development. Ensure patients and families educational and information needs are met. Maintain own educational and professional portfolio in line with own professional requirements; and to work towards Professional Competency Standards of a Band 6 Hospice Practitioner. Participate in clinical audit programmes or research projects where appropriate To attend clinical supervision within the organisation; and to monitor professional and personal development through the Hospice appraisal system. Professional Ensure continued, effective professional registration and revalidation. Be aware of the relevant Code of Professional Conduct and be accountable for own practice. Be aware of the relevant Scope of Professional Practice and ensure competency to undertake duties allocated. Ensure professional portfolio is kept and updated in accordance with professional registration recommendations. To assist trained staff in dealing with patients/relatives/visitors who are distressed or anxious, and report to nurse in charge. To deal with initial complaints and conflict (if approached directly by a patient/relative/visitor) as required, in a polite, calm manner and report to the nurse in charge. Complete the palliative care competencies for the hospice within a designated time frame. Any other duties as may be required. Person Specification Experience Essential Awareness of professional responsibilities. Knowledge of current nursing issues. Palliative care nursing. Evidence of excellent inter-personal skills Medicines administration Competent with syringe driver use SKILLS APTITUDE & ABILITIES Essential Ability to prioritise work and to co-ordinate workload. Ability to assess, plan and evaluate patient care needs according to individual needs. Has good verbal and written communication ability. Computer literate Driver Desirable Organisational and managerial skills Teaching skills DISPOSITION / ATTITUDE / MOTIVATION Essential Flexibility in shift/ working patterns to meet the needs of the service Is able to participate as a team member Qualifications Essential Registered Health Practitioner e.g NMC Desirable Palliative Care qualification Person Specification Experience Essential Awareness of professional responsibilities. Knowledge of current nursing issues. Palliative care nursing. Evidence of excellent inter-personal skills Medicines administration Competent with syringe driver use SKILLS APTITUDE & ABILITIES Essential Ability to prioritise work and to co-ordinate workload. Ability to assess, plan and evaluate patient care needs according to individual needs. Has good verbal and written communication ability. Computer literate Driver Desirable Organisational and managerial skills Teaching skills DISPOSITION / ATTITUDE / MOTIVATION Essential Flexibility in shift/ working patterns to meet the needs of the service Is able to participate as a team member Qualifications Essential Registered Health Practitioner e.g NMC Desirable Palliative Care qualification 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name The Norfolk Hospice Tapping House Address Wheatfields Hillington King’s Lynn Norfolk PE31 6BH Employer's website https://www.norfolkhospice.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)