Registered Nurse – Inpatient Unit

Are you looking to use your clinical skills in a caring, supportive and encouraging environment where you will make a real difference to patients and those important to them at a crucial time in their lives? Would you like to work in a supportive, friendly team and have the opportunity to develop specialist practice skills? If so, we are seeking a registered nurse to join our inpatient unit team.

At Prospect Hospice we are passionate about providing our employees with a supportive and engaging environment. In a recent staff survey 100% of staff said they would be happy with the standard of care provided if a friend or relative needed treatment and 98% find the work they do has meaning and purpose.

Hours: 30 hours per week over 7 days (with flexibility to work days and nights)

What is the role?

Our nurses are responsible for coordinating and delivering end of life care to patients with life limiting illnesses. It’s all about giving our patients the best possible quality of life.

You will monitor symptom control issues and support patients in developing coping strategies for living with symptoms. Provide support for those closest to the patient, as well as providing emotional and psychological support alongside other disciplines to provide a fully holistic and multidisciplinary approach to patient care.

You must be able to demonstrate the highest standards of nursing care, be open to new ways of working, have a positive outlook, lots of initiative and work well as part of a team. We have an excellent working environment with day and night 1:4 RGN/patient staff ratios. Supported by an experienced team of healthcare assistants and lots of opportunities for further degree/masters level study and development programmes.

It’s not essential to have any previous palliative care experience, as you will receive a full induction and ongoing training and support.

There will be a requirement to work shifts in the community and work flexibly across both teams as needed.

We kindly request that all applicants apply via the green “Apply” button or download the below application form and email to hr@prospect-hospice.net

IPU Registered Nurse Job Description – May 2023

Job Application Form

Aspire Values

We offer a great range of benefits, including:

• 27 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (rising with length of service)
• Membership of the NHS pension scheme is available for existing members
• Generous contributory pension scheme for all other staff
• Discounts with local retailers, gyms and service providers including Blue Light Discount Card
• A commitment to supporting your professional development
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing team
• Supportive induction, and training and development
• Free parking on-site

What is it like it to work here?

“Since joining the IPU at Prospect Hospice, I have enjoyed being able to provide hands on, person centered care with lots of opportunities to learn with a knowledgeable, friendly and supportive team.” Sarah, Registered Nurse

“Working here allows me more time with patients, to really focus on their needs and make their stay as pleasurable and comfortable as possible. We go out of our way to really personalise care for our patients to make them feel at home where nothing is rushed and they receive care at their own pace. I felt part of the team as soon as I joined and encouraged to develop my knowledge of palliative care, I feel that I make a difference every day.” Sonia, Registered Nurse

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional NMC registration.

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 an enhanced disclosure with barred list check to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Prospect Hospice is committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recognise that promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination in our workplace will bring benefits for our people, our business and the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, offending background, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we support. As part of our SAFER recruitment process, offers of employment will be subject to thorough checks, which may include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, online and social media checks and verification of qualifications. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

We will review applications as they come in and therefore we may close the vacancy before the closing date. Candidates are therefore advised to apply early.