PHYLLIS TUCKWELL JOB DESCRIPTION Post: Hospice at Home Registered Nurse Accountable to: Team Lead, or designated other lead Job Purpose: The postholder will maintain the highest standards of nursing care with patients, their families and carers in the community setting. This role will involve providing holistic assessment, identification of patient needs, care planning and care provision jointly with other multidisciplinary team members. The service is complementary to, and dovetails with, other health care services within Guildford & Waverley, North-East Hampshire & Farnham and Surrey Heath, so that people who use our service receive co-ordinated and person-centred care. The role requires a commitment to enabling choice and providing respectful and dignified support for people as they approach the end of life and to their families and carers. The postholder will contribute to a safe, effective, and efficient culture by participating in risk assessment and by working in accordance with Phyllis Tuckwells (PT) policies and procedures. Opportunities exist to rotate from Hospice at Home onto the In-Patient Unit to further develop your knowledge and skills in palliative and end of life care, and enhance awareness of the patient and family experience of end of life care. Responsibilities 1.0 Clinical 1.1 To assess, plan, implement and evaluate palliative care interventions based on an agreed plan of care, that supports quality and timely care delivered to the patient and family or carer, in line with their needs. 1.2 To be proactive and flexible in response to the delivery of care within the home setting, assessing change, risks, and gain an understanding of preferences and wishes. 1.3 To work closely with PT colleagues and the District Nursing team in the provision of personalised holistic care to patients, their families, and carers. 1.4 To ensure quality standards are maintained and constantly re-evaluated, in order to provide the highest standards of holistic care. 1.5 To ensure patient records are correctly maintained in accordance with NMC guidelines and PT policy. 1.6 To be able to demonstrate an understanding of issues relating to the ethical aspects of palliative care and their application in the workplace. 1.7 To report risks, accidents, incidents, negative feedback, and complaints to the Team Lead/ Manager same day. 1.8 To understand and adhere to Phyllis Tuckwells and the NHS Community Nursings Medicines Management policy, in relation to the correct and safe handling, usage, and administration of all drugs. 2.0 Professional 2.1 To understand and work within relevant legislation and PT philosophy, mission and values. 2.2 To be mindful of own professional behaviours, conduct and practice, when working as part of a multidisciplinary team representing PT providing holistic care, information and support to patients, their families, and carers. 2.3 To liaise and develop effective relationships with external health care professionals and other agencies ensuring patient continuity across all care settings. 2.4 To be accountable for own professional practice within the NMC Code of Conduct. 2.5 To ensure clinical practice is current and in line with best practice. 3.0 Managerial 3.1 To ensure a safe working environment is maintained, in accordance with PT Governance, Risk Management, Fire, Health and Safety policies, reporting any potential hazards to the line manager. 3.2 To report any feedback, concerns or complaints same day from patients, their relatives, or other advocates, to the Team lead/Line Manager as appropriate. 3.3 To ensure that the nursing resources are used wisely. 3.4 To ensure team cohesion and spirit is maintained, through ongoing supportive relationships and consideration of colleagues at all times. 3.5 To adhere to the lone working policy in the community. 4.0 Training and Development a) Team 4.1 To develop an area of clinical expertise and disseminate to team members as a resource. 4.2 To support the professional development and safe practice of others. b) Personal 4.3 To maintain up-to-date clinical experience and knowledge and be able to provide evidence of this for nursing revalidation. 4.4 To act as an assessor and mentor to students who need to develop skills and acquire experience in the field of palliative care. 4.5 Through PT annual appraisal, encourage professional growth and identify areas for personal and professional development. 4.6 To strengthen and develop clinical skills across all care settings in conjunction with line manager. 5.0 Research and Audit 5.1 To participate in research and audit within the PT environment as appropriate to the service area. 5.2 To implement findings of evidence-based practice. 6.0 Safeguarding, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Role holders are required to understand their responsibilities in the safeguarding context, ensuring that Phyllis Tuckwell reduces the risk of harm or abuse of adults and children at risk. You are required to: adhere to Phyllis Tuckwells Safeguarding Policy (held on the NEST), which supports the local authoritys multi agency safeguarding policy, the law (Care Act 2014) and Mental Capacity Act 2005 (including Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards). inform the appropriate PT professional where there is concern that an adult or child may be at risk of harm, abuse, or neglect. Phyllis Tuckwell is committed to an Equal Opportunities approach, valuing, and respecting everyone as individuals, with diverse opinions, cultures, lifestyles, and circumstances. This job description is underpinned by Phyllis Tuckwells philosophy, culture, and core values, which actively embrace diversity and inclusion and promotes total team spirit. This job description is current and subject to yearly review in consultation with the jobholder. It is liable to reflect and anticipate necessary changes to support the PT strategy.