Job Summary
We have an opportunity for a Staff Nurse to join our Little Havens In-Patient unit, nestled within the beautiful Daws Heath countryside.
This role is for 30 hours per week, and will consists of a variety of shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.
Applicants need to have qualified in Children's Nursing and completed their nursing preceptorship.
Main duties of the job
This role is responsible for assessing and managing the needs of patients, assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care, following clearly defined policies, protocols, procedures, or codes of conduct.
About Us
At Havens Hospices, we care for children, young people and adults with complex or incurable conditions. Our specialist Care Teams can support them and their family living throughout illness, death and bereavement in the comfort of their own home and through our hospice services, Fair Havens and Little Havens.
Working at Havens Hospices allows you to give the gift of time to patients and families, creating memories. Although you may not be giving direct care to our patients, your contribution will have an immediate effect on our care services.
In return for your expertise and passion, you will receive a competitive salary package, and most of all, by making the most of every day you work at Havens Hospices you'll be helping us continue 'Making every day count' for those who need us most.
At Havens Hospices we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our employees and patients and expect all colleagues to share this commitment.
We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Date posted
11 April 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£29,970 to £36,483 a year Dependant on experience; AfC competitive salary.
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
Trac ID 7101799
Job locations
Little Havens
Daws Heath Road,
Benfleet
SS7 2LH
Job Description
Job responsibilities
* Responsible for assessing and managing the needs of patients/CYP: assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care, following clearly defined policies, protocols, procedures, or codes of conduct
* Ensure nursing care is delivered to the highest standard and reflects the needs of the patient/CYP
* Ensure that, as far as possible, family and / or carers are included in guiding the care provided and can deliver care where it is safe, and they wish to do so
* Maintain confidentiality at all times
* Liaise with other professionals working within primary and secondary care settings, regarding care when require
* Accountable for adhering to medicines management policy
* Always act as an advocate for the patients/CYP
* Provide support for families and other carers, prior to and following a death, involving other agencies or disciplines when appropriate
* Assist medical staff in chaperoning patients, supporting discussions and management of their care
Job description Job responsibilities
* Responsible for assessing and managing the needs of patients/CYP: assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care, following clearly defined policies, protocols, procedures, or codes of conduct
* Ensure nursing care is delivered to the highest standard and reflects the needs of the patient/CYP
* Ensure that, as far as possible, family and / or carers are included in guiding the care provided and can deliver care where it is safe, and they wish to do so
* Maintain confidentiality at all times
* Liaise with other professionals working within primary and secondary care settings, regarding care when require
* Accountable for adhering to medicines management policy
* Always act as an advocate for the patients/CYP
* Provide support for families and other carers, prior to and following a death, involving other agencies or disciplines when appropriate
* Assist medical staff in chaperoning patients, supporting discussions and management of their care
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
* First level degree or diploma in nursing
* Current Registration with the NMC
* Registered Children's Nurse
* Completed nursing preceptorship
Experience & Key Skills Essential
* Good standard of IT skills, including using Microsoft Office, Teams, Outlook and Excel.
* Good demonstrable understanding of safeguarding
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Experience using SystmOne/Smartcards
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* First level degree or diploma in nursing
* Current Registration with the NMC
* Registered Children's Nurse
* Completed nursing preceptorship
Experience & Key Skills Essential
* Good standard of IT skills, including using Microsoft Office, Teams, Outlook and Excel.
* Good demonstrable understanding of safeguarding
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Experience using SystmOne/Smartcards
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
Havens Hospices
Address
Little Havens
Daws Heath Road,
Benfleet
SS7 2LH
Employer's website
https://www.havenshospices.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) #J-18808-Ljbffr