Job summary South Bucks Hospice is seeking a compassionate and forward-thinking individual to develop and drive our nursing service forward. The position holder will manage a small team of palliative care nurses and deputising for the Head of Clinical Services. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will be a registered nurse with at least 5 years experience. Previous experience and qualifications/training, in palliative care/oncology and management is most desirable. About us This is a wonderful opportunity to join our team with aspirations to grow care services offered to the local community, increasing the reach of our service provision and making a real difference to the lives of those we care for. Date posted 03 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £51,000 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number B0323-24-0002 Job locations Butterfly House Kingswood Park High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP13 6GR Job description Job responsibilities To lead the provision of specialist palliative care nursing at South Bucks Hospice as a member of the Clinical Leadership Team. To oversee all aspects of the nursing services, including the management of the nursing team, the department activities and operational requirements in line with CQC standards through effective management, leadership and clinical expertise. Lead on provision of high standards, audit and ethical practices with patients in line with their care plan. To act in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)Code of Conduct and in line with South Bucks Hospice (SBH) policies and procedures. To act as deputy, In the absence of the Head of Clinical Services. Job description Job responsibilities To lead the provision of specialist palliative care nursing at South Bucks Hospice as a member of the Clinical Leadership Team. To oversee all aspects of the nursing services, including the management of the nursing team, the department activities and operational requirements in line with CQC standards through effective management, leadership and clinical expertise. Lead on provision of high standards, audit and ethical practices with patients in line with their care plan. To act in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)Code of Conduct and in line with South Bucks Hospice (SBH) policies and procedures. To act as deputy, In the absence of the Head of Clinical Services. Person Specification Experience Essential Good understanding of palliative and end of life nursing care Demonstrate a consistent high standard of work and attention to detail Desirable Basic computer skills including Excel and Word skills Punctual and presentable Approachable and accessible Willing to learn Communicate with empathy and understanding towards patients and staff Ability to listen and act appropriately Effective Communications with colleagues and Management team Calm temperament under pressured conditions Qualifications Essential Appropriate Nursing Qualification and minimum of two years experience within a similar position Post graduate qualification in palliative care or similar desirable Person Specification Experience Essential Good understanding of palliative and end of life nursing care Demonstrate a consistent high standard of work and attention to detail Desirable Basic computer skills including Excel and Word skills Punctual and presentable Approachable and accessible Willing to learn Communicate with empathy and understanding towards patients and staff Ability to listen and act appropriately Effective Communications with colleagues and Management team Calm temperament under pressured conditions Qualifications Essential Appropriate Nursing Qualification and minimum of two years experience within a similar position Post graduate qualification in palliative care or similar desirable 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 South Bucks Hospice Address Butterfly House Kingswood Park High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP13 6GR Employer's website https://sbh.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)