Job summary You will be joining a multi-professional team committed to delivering high standards of care to people living with life shortening conditions. You will need to demonstrate an understanding of palliative care and a desire to work in a caring environment, supported by previous relevant experience to enable you to provide nursing care to inpatients. Main duties of the job The postholder will support the Registered Nurses in providing evidence based, individualized specialist palliative nursing care to inpatients adhering to statutory regulations and Hospice policies. About us Southern Hospice Group is a valued and respected charity, offering specialist palliative care across three hospices, St Barnabas House, Martlets, and Chestnut Tree House. Our work is rewarding and meaningful, and as part of our team, you'll play a key role in supporting our mission. Join us in making a difference. Benefits include: Company pension scheme or NHS pension scheme for eligible employees Up to 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays Option to access Health Shield and cover your everyday cost of healthcare for less Free parking, subsidised meals and various social activities Corporate rate gym membership, discounts with local complementary therapies and Blue Light Card Date posted 20 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £23,400 to £24,277 a year Dependent on experience and qualifications Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number B0308-25-0002-1 Job locations St. Barnabas Hospice 2 Titnore Lane Goring-by-sea Worthing West Sussex BN12 6NZ Job description Job responsibilities Job Purpose To support the Registered Nurses in providing evidence based, individualized specialist palliative nursing care to inpatients adhering to statutory regulations and Hospice policies. Tasks and Responsibilities Clinical To work collaboratively with Registered Nurses in the delivery of quality holistic nursing care for patients. To be responsive and available to the patients needs as appropriate. To report changes in condition noticed in patients and work with the multi-professional team to adapt care appropriately. To contribute to the keeping of accurate and relevant records by recording the care provided. To provide a comfortable, safe and welcoming environment for patients, ensuring privacy and dignity are maintained at all times. To ensure the patients dietary needs are met by helping patients with their meal choices, issuing meals and feeding patients as appropriate. To care for the deceased patient by administering last offices and ensuring the safe and timely removal of the body from the hospice. Communication To establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with multi-disciplinary teams within St Barnabas House and in the community. To communicate effectively with patients, carers and the bereaved to establish and maintain trusting relationships. To offer a high level of emotional support to patients and/or carers particularly during admission, breaking of bad news and time of death, recognising own limitations and referring to the Registered Nurses as appropriate. To contribute to bereavement care offered to families by contributing to bereavement interviews and reporting any concerns related to risk assessment to the Registered Nurses. Specific Interventions To perform clinical observations i.e. temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respirations, observing for any abnormalities and reporting accordingly. To take a droplet of blood as part of the measurement of the patients blood sugar, reporting and recording as appropriate. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse performing simple aseptic dressings. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse plan and update care plans as appropriate. Health and Safety To act at all times to promote the safety and wellbeing of patients. To ensure the Ward environment is free from hazards and all nursing equipment is safely and appropriately stored. To attend mandatory training. To ensure the safe storage and use of hazardous substances according to COSHH regulations. To contribute to Health and Safety risk assessments and actions required as a result, as appropriate. Education To attend mandatory training. To develop and maintain own knowledge and skills in palliative care. To act as a mentor for Ward Volunteers and visiting Nursing Assistants. To take part in formal educational activities under the guidance of Ward Sisters and the Head of Education. To contribute to the in-patient unit resource files. Flexibility This job description is intended to provide a broad outline of the role. The post holder may be required to carry out other duties commensurate with their banding and competence. The post holder may have tasks or responsibilities delegated to them, appropriate to their level of competence. They may also be expected to delegate tasks or responsibilities to other employees within the team, as appropriate. Job description Job responsibilities Job Purpose To support the Registered Nurses in providing evidence based, individualized specialist palliative nursing care to inpatients adhering to statutory regulations and Hospice policies. Tasks and Responsibilities Clinical To work collaboratively with Registered Nurses in the delivery of quality holistic nursing care for patients. To be responsive and available to the patients needs as appropriate. To report changes in condition noticed in patients and work with the multi-professional team to adapt care appropriately. To contribute to the keeping of accurate and relevant records by recording the care provided. To provide a comfortable, safe and welcoming environment for patients, ensuring privacy and dignity are maintained at all times. To ensure the patients dietary needs are met by helping patients with their meal choices, issuing meals and feeding patients as appropriate. To care for the deceased patient by administering last offices and ensuring the safe and timely removal of the body from the hospice. Communication To establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with multi-disciplinary teams within St Barnabas House and in the community. To communicate effectively with patients, carers and the bereaved to establish and maintain trusting relationships. To offer a high level of emotional support to patients and/or carers particularly during admission, breaking of bad news and time of death, recognising own limitations and referring to the Registered Nurses as appropriate. To contribute to bereavement care offered to families by contributing to bereavement interviews and reporting any concerns related to risk assessment to the Registered Nurses. Specific Interventions To perform clinical observations i.e. temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respirations, observing for any abnormalities and reporting accordingly. To take a droplet of blood as part of the measurement of the patients blood sugar, reporting and recording as appropriate. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse performing simple aseptic dressings. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse plan and update care plans as appropriate. Health and Safety To act at all times to promote the safety and wellbeing of patients. To ensure the Ward environment is free from hazards and all nursing equipment is safely and appropriately stored. To attend mandatory training. To ensure the safe storage and use of hazardous substances according to COSHH regulations. To contribute to Health and Safety risk assessments and actions required as a result, as appropriate. Education To attend mandatory training. To develop and maintain own knowledge and skills in palliative care. To act as a mentor for Ward Volunteers and visiting Nursing Assistants. To take part in formal educational activities under the guidance of Ward Sisters and the Head of Education. To contribute to the in-patient unit resource files. Flexibility This job description is intended to provide a broad outline of the role. The post holder may be required to carry out other duties commensurate with their banding and competence. The post holder may have tasks or responsibilities delegated to them, appropriate to their level of competence. They may also be expected to delegate tasks or responsibilities to other employees within the team, as appropriate. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of general education Desirable NVQ 3 or equivalent experience Experience Essential Experience of working as a Healthcare Assistant in other settings Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work within a large team. Ability to use own initiative Ability to respond to changing situations Able to identify personal coping strategies Able to demonstrate a good insight into palliative care principles and philosophy Desirable Experience of working within a hospice environment/health charity Experience of delivering personal care to patients/clients Personal Qualities Essential The work is physically labour intensive, on feet for most of each shift and sometimes continuously. Regular safe manual handling of patients and equipment, including beds, mattresses, chairs and deceased bodies necessary. Regular bending and stretching involved, at times in awkward/difficult positions. Mentally tiring due to prolonged episodes of listening and support for patients/relatives. Job involves initiating own activities. Job involves working independently within the remit of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct Routinely exposed to patients with infections, infected linen and body fluids. Regular exposure to hazardous substances including chemicals, medical gases and medications. Recognised protective clothing including aprons and gloves to be worn as required. Daily contact with distressed patients, carers and relatives requiring a high level of emotional support. Constant involvement with the dying process and death. Regular exposure to distressing scenes and occasionally verbal, rarely physical abuse from patients or relatives. Desirable An interest in palliative care Aptitude and Skills Essential Sound numeric and literacy skills Basic IT skills (e.g., able to log-in/out, use email, update information on a database, etc) Ability to establish good working relationships with a diverse range of people Excellent communications skills both written and spoken Reliable, adaptable and helpful Ability to articulate factual information accurately Understanding of personal accountability and patient confidentiality Desirable An understanding of palliative care in practice Other Essential Enhanced DBS Desirable A valid UK driving licence and use of own car due to location of role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of general education Desirable NVQ 3 or equivalent experience Experience Essential Experience of working as a Healthcare Assistant in other settings Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work within a large team. Ability to use own initiative Ability to respond to changing situations Able to identify personal coping strategies Able to demonstrate a good insight into palliative care principles and philosophy Desirable Experience of working within a hospice environment/health charity Experience of delivering personal care to patients/clients Personal Qualities Essential The work is physically labour intensive, on feet for most of each shift and sometimes continuously. Regular safe manual handling of patients and equipment, including beds, mattresses, chairs and deceased bodies necessary. Regular bending and stretching involved, at times in awkward/difficult positions. Mentally tiring due to prolonged episodes of listening and support for patients/relatives. Job involves initiating own activities. Job involves working independently within the remit of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct Routinely exposed to patients with infections, infected linen and body fluids. Regular exposure to hazardous substances including chemicals, medical gases and medications. Recognised protective clothing including aprons and gloves to be worn as required. Daily contact with distressed patients, carers and relatives requiring a high level of emotional support. Constant involvement with the dying process and death. Regular exposure to distressing scenes and occasionally verbal, rarely physical abuse from patients or relatives. Desirable An interest in palliative care Aptitude and Skills Essential Sound numeric and literacy skills Basic IT skills (e.g., able to log-in/out, use email, update information on a database, etc) Ability to establish good working relationships with a diverse range of people Excellent communications skills both written and spoken Reliable, adaptable and helpful Ability to articulate factual information accurately Understanding of personal accountability and patient confidentiality Desirable An understanding of palliative care in practice Other Essential Enhanced DBS Desirable A valid UK driving licence and use of own car due to location of role. 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. Employer details Employer name Martlets Hospice Address St. Barnabas Hospice 2 Titnore Lane Goring-by-sea Worthing West Sussex BN12 6NZ Employer's website https://www.martlets.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)