Are you an experienced leader in palliative care, committed to making a difference in the lives of patients and their families? We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Advanced Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our dynamic team. In this senior role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping the future of our hospice services, ensuring the delivery of exceptional, patient-centred care while fostering innovation and collaboration across health and social care boundaries. Job Purpose: As the Advanced Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will: Provide strong leadership and management to the CNS team, ensuring high standards of patient-centred care are consistently delivered and aligned with best practice guidelines. Act as a key figure in the development and enhancement of palliative care services, driving innovation and ensuring services adhere to both local and national standards. Serve as a role model for clinical and professional excellence, maintaining a balance between providing direct patient care and fulfilling your strategic responsibilities. Promote a culture of learning and excellence, through continuous education, training, research and reflective practice to support both the development of your team and the overall improvement of patient care. To develop as an advanced clinical practitioner and contribute to the on call-rota About You: You will be a compassionate, experienced nurse with a deep understanding of palliative and end-of-life care. With excellent leadership and communication skills, you will inspire and guide a multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality care. You will bring innovative ideas and a commitment to continuous improvement, ensuring that the services we offer are responsive, compassionate, and in line with the latest guidelines and best practices. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage a team of clinical nurse specialists, fostering a supportive and collaborative working environment. Ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care to patients and families, respecting their wishes and preferences. Work closely with healthcare partners, including primary care teams, social services, and specialist providers, to ensure integrated care delivery. Develop and implement education and training initiatives to build clinical expertise and improve service delivery. Champion a culture of learning and reflective practice, ensuring continuous professional development for yourself and your team. To contribute to the delivery of palliative care education both internally and externally To lead/ assist on research and development. Essential Criteria: Registered Nurse with relevant palliative care qualifications and experience. Significant leadership experience in a palliative care or hospice setting, with a proven track record in managing clinical teams. Strong knowledge of palliative care best practices, local and national guidelines, and the ability to implement these within a service. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams. A commitment to education, training, and professional development. A compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care, with a focus on dignity and quality of life. A non-medical prescriber Why Join Us? At Saint Catherine’s you will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking organisation where your skills and leadership can make a real difference. We offer: A chance to make a profound difference in the lives of patients and families during a critical time. Collaborative and supportive work environment that values your expertise and dedication. Competency based development programme. NHS pension (subject to eligibility). Employee assistance programme. Free onsite parking. Subsidised meals in Flavours Bistro. On site gym. Discount in our charity shops. If you are ready to take on a rewarding leadership role where you can make a tangible difference in the lives of patients and families, we would love to hear from you. Application Process For further details, please contact HR Services on 01723 351421 to arrange an informal discussion. To apply, please submit your application highlighting your relevant experience and outlining why you are the perfect fit for this role. The closing date for the role is 3rd January 2025.