Are you acompassionate Registered Nurse (RGN) seeking a more meaningful role? Join theinpatient unit at Prospect Hospice in Wroughton, Swindon and work in anurturing, supportive, and person-centred environment where you can truly makea difference.
As aregistered nurse, you will have the time and space to deliver and coordinatetruly holistic, high-quality palliative and end-of-life care, putting dignity,compassion, and individual needs at the heart of everything we do.
We arelooking for passionate people that embody our values. Our team members arehighly skilled specialists and it's their passion and expertise that make thehospice a truly exceptional place to work. In our latest staff survey, 100% ofstaff said they would be happy with the standard of care provided if a friendor relative needed treatment and 98% find the work they do has meaning andpurpose.
Hours: 36hours per week over 7 days (with flexibility to work days and nights) Part timehours considered.
Pleasenote: We are not part of the NHS Agenda for Change.
Main duties of the job
As an IPU Nurse, you will play a key role in our multi-disciplinary team to provide high-quality palliative and end-of-life care. You will support patients and families during one of lifes most important journeys with compassion, skill, and empathy.
You will deliver care with:
* Clinical excellence and evidence-based practice
* Skilled symptom management and holistic and emotional support
* A person-centred approach that honours the person, not just the diagnosis
* Partnership with families and carers, through even the most complex journeys
* Working in a multidisciplinary team including doctors, therapists, and social workers
It is a great opportunity to be part of a team that provides expert and compassionate care to people in their last weeks of life. Apply today to be a part of something truly special. We will equip you with specialist knowledge and offer a comprehensive induction and ongoing development, so whether you are experienced in palliative care or not, you will grow into the role with confidence and resilience.
There will be a requirement to work shifts in the community and work flexibly across both teams as needed.
What Makes Us Different?
* Outstanding 1:3 nurse-to-patient ratio Time to care, time to connect
* Nurse-led environment We empower your autonomy and clinical leadership
* 100% staff satisfaction with our care quality (Staff Survey)
* Onsite free parking, quiet surroundings, and a warm, friendly atmosphere
About us
Prospect Hospice is an independent hospice supporting a community of300,000 people in Swindon, Marlborough and North Wiltshire, and the villages ofLechlade and Fairford in Gloucestershire.
It is the only dedicated provider ofspecialist end of life care services within it's locality. The Hospicesmulti-professionals teams support people in the community, in care homes, atthe Great Western Hospital and at the Hospice in Wroughton. Care is alsoextended to the families and friends of patients.
Job responsibilities
Do you have?
* Experience in palliative, hospice, oncology, or complex care (desirable)
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Flexible and compassionate approach to patient care
* Strong communication and clinical skills
* To make initial and ongoing assessments of the total physical, emotional, spiritual, social and practical needs of patients and their family or those closest to them
* To implement and evaluate programmes of nursing care
* To communicate clearly with patients and those closest to them, building and maintaining trusting relationships
* To monitor symptom control issues, and support patients in developing coping strategies for living with symptoms
* To set and maintain a welcoming environment for patients, offering support and providing opportunities to explore anxieties
* To work effectively within own limitations and recognise the need for appropriate onward referral.
For a detailed overview of the job, please refer to the attached job description document.
Join us and be part of a team where your nursing skills are valued, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your work truly matters. For more information or to arrange an informal visit please call Jo Hyde, Clinical Lead Inpatient Unit on 01793 816137 or Kim England, Acting Team Leader - on 01793 816105.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 5th August 2025.
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 at the Prospect Hospice allows me to be the Nurse that I have always wanted to be, to provide not only patient centred but also family centred care whilst encompassing holism throughout. I have been able to extend my knowledge and skills within the palliative care speciality, and continue to be supported to practice autonomously in a collaborative nurse led environment. Kim, Acting Team Leader
We also 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
* Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing team
* Supportive induction, training and development
* A values led, inclusive working environment
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional NMC registration.
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.
Person Specification
Experience
* Understanding of reflective practice.
* Experience of working within more than one health care field.
* Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements, including clinical audit.
* Understanding of hospice nursing philosophy.
* Demonstrate an understanding of patient confidentiality and data protection principles.
* Understanding and experience of multi-disciplinary working.
* Able to demonstrate an understanding of the importance of developing ways to sustain coping, including use of support and supervision.
* Experience within a relevant specialist field of nursing.
* General/specialist palliative care experience.
* Good knowledge of palliative care or relevant specialist field.
Personal Qualities
* Commitment to and ability to demonstrate Prospect Hospice values and behaviours at all times.
* Have a track record of working inclusively and a genuine appreciation of the value of diversity.
* Able to maintain the highest professional standards at all times, and act as a true ambassador for the Hospice and encourage others to do the same.
* To be authentic, open honest and transparent.
* Emotionally able to work within the field of palliative care.
* Flexible approach to working.
Qualifications
* NMC Registered General Nurse.
* Diploma in palliative care.
* Care of the Dying Person Module (Level 2) and commitment to progressing relevant level 2 or 3 study.
* Evidence of continuing professional development within specialist palliative care.
Skills
* Good communication skills, including listening, negotiating skills, communication of ideas and ability to provide advice to other health professionals at all levels.
* Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to provide non-judgmental and empathic emotional support to patients whilst maintaining safe and appropriate boundaries.
* Effective problem-solving skills and judgment to know which decisions need to be referred on to a senior colleague or nurse on call.
* Able to recognise own limitations and initiate appropriate onward referral.
* Ability to manage time effectively.
* Audit and quality improvement abilities.
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.
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