Job summary Are you a registered nurse, passionate about deliveringspecialist/individualised palliative care to patients and carers in the placethey call home? Contract: Permanent Salary: Hospiceband 5 Competency based framework £30,869 to £37,577. (Pro rata). Enhancementsof between 30% and 60% for weekends, bank holidays and unsocial hours. WorkingPattern: 22.5 hours per week, (Monday to Sunday) 7.5hr shifts between 09.00hrs and 20.00hrs Basedat: Little Hulton, predominantly working in Trafford. Call to action - How to Apply Ifyou would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity,we'd love to hear from you. Pleasecontact Joanne Laidlaw, H@H Team Leader, on 0161 702 5405 oremail jlaidlaw@sah.org.uk if more information is required. Applicants must be authorised to workin the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time. Thesuccessful candidate will be subject to a Standard/Enhanced DBS Check, the costof which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisationwill be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their roleand adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work inaccordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation tosafeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015. Timescales Closing Date: 15thJune 2025 Interview Date: 24thJune 2025 Main duties of the job The Hospice at Home Staff Nurse will: Provide specialist palliative care to patients, families and their carers in their own living environment. In collaboration with internal colleagues, external referrers and stakeholders, provide Specialist Palliative and End of Life Care for patients within Trafford. Work as an effective team member, organising, managing and prioritising own workload. Be involved in service development, providing expert advice and ensuring quality of care. Maintain confidentiality and data protection regarding all personal information and hospice activity, operating within current legislation. St Anns delivers a service across two sites. Whilst you will have a specific base, there may be occasions where you are required to provide cross-site/service cover. Deputising for Hospice@Home team leader as required. About us AtSt Ann's, there's one thing that motivates us, and that's providing excellentcare and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting illnesses. We'recontinuously developing our plans for delivering outstanding person-centeredcare that is innovative and evidence- based and to ensure St Ann's is in thebest shape possible for future generations. You'llbe challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and toplay your part in making a difference. Key Benefits 35days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bankholidays, pro rata for part-time employees) Buyan additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time) Healthcash plan Contributorypension scheme up to 7% matched contribution Lifecover Freeparking Discountedlunches on site Flexibilityto fit your work around your home life Meaningfulwork, making a difference in the lives of others IIPaccredited employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive andreach their potential Job description Job responsibilities The H@H Staff Nurse will: Conduct initial assessments to patients and carers in their ownliving environments to plan, deliver and evaluate specialist palliative care. Contribute to the holistic assessment and support of the specialistneeds of patients, families and carers accessing the specialist palliative careservice. Provide specialist palliative care and support topatients and carers in their own living environment, identifying their specificgoals, promoting and maintaining independence. Effectively manage your caseload, prioritising work appropriately inorder to support the safe and effective delivery of care. Work collaboratively and liaise with healthcare professionalsinternally and externally. Attend relevant MDT meetings, huddles and GSFs. Support the team leader to ensure an effectively managed service. Refer to other internal or external services where appropriate. Provide bereavement support, signposting to other services asappropriate. Contribute to service development andimprovements in line with the clinical strategy Ensureaccurate record keeping in accordance with organisational policy andprofessional requirements. Workin accordance with own professional conduct (NMC). Workindependently and oversee members of the team. Activelyparticipate in the hospice performance development review process to identifyown learning needs taking necessary steps to reach personal/professionalobjectives. Job description Job responsibilities The H@H Staff Nurse will: Conduct initial assessments to patients and carers in their ownliving environments to plan, deliver and evaluate specialist palliative care. Contribute to the holistic assessment and support of the specialistneeds of patients, families and carers accessing the specialist palliative careservice. Provide specialist palliative care and support topatients and carers in their own living environment, identifying their specificgoals, promoting and maintaining independence. Effectively manage your caseload, prioritising work appropriately inorder to support the safe and effective delivery of care. Work collaboratively and liaise with healthcare professionalsinternally and externally. Attend relevant MDT meetings, huddles and GSFs. Support the team leader to ensure an effectively managed service. Refer to other internal or external services where appropriate. Provide bereavement support, signposting to other services asappropriate. Contribute to service development andimprovements in line with the clinical strategy Ensureaccurate record keeping in accordance with organisational policy andprofessional requirements. Workin accordance with own professional conduct (NMC). Workindependently and oversee members of the team. Activelyparticipate in the hospice performance development review process to identifyown learning needs taking necessary steps to reach personal/professionalobjectives. Person Specification Experience Essential Evidence of continuing professional development. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Hold a full driving license and have access to a vehicle with car insured for business use. Desirable Completion of communication skills training Relevant post registration palliative care experience. Experience working in the community as a registered nurse. The H@H Staff Nurse will be able to: Essential Use their initiative and effectively manage their time and workload. Demonstrate competence with basic IT skills and Microsoft packages. Demonstrate a working knowledge of electronic medical records (e.g. EMIS) and be able to update records in line with organisational policy. Awareness of the organisational strategic direction of the hospice in regard to the provision of specialist palliative care services. Organise workload and delegate tasks as appropriate. Demonstrate an understanding of frequently used medications and apply knowledge to ensure safe and effective practice. Demonstrate an awareness of palliative care emergencies. Demonstrate involvement in service development. Foster good working relationships, communicating effectively with the MDT and service users internally and externally. Maintain strict confidentiality. Work with patients and those close to them with a kind, empathetic and person centered approach. Demonstrate the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with patients and their families about a range of complex issues including Advanced care planning. Demonstrate the ability to collaborate with patients to establish patient centred goals and develop a plan to achieve them. Support the delivery of hands on nursing care in conjunction with community colleagues. Deliver emotional and psychological support equivalent to level Qualifications Essential 1st level Registration or Diploma level nursing qualification and current registration with NMC. Person Specification Experience Essential Evidence of continuing professional development. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Hold a full driving license and have access to a vehicle with car insured for business use. Desirable Completion of communication skills training Relevant post registration palliative care experience. Experience working in the community as a registered nurse. The H@H Staff Nurse will be able to: Essential Use their initiative and effectively manage their time and workload. Demonstrate competence with basic IT skills and Microsoft packages. Demonstrate a working knowledge of electronic medical records (e.g. EMIS) and be able to update records in line with organisational policy. Awareness of the organisational strategic direction of the hospice in regard to the provision of specialist palliative care services. Organise workload and delegate tasks as appropriate. Demonstrate an understanding of frequently used medications and apply knowledge to ensure safe and effective practice. Demonstrate an awareness of palliative care emergencies. Demonstrate involvement in service development. Foster good working relationships, communicating effectively with the MDT and service users internally and externally. Maintain strict confidentiality. Work with patients and those close to them with a kind, empathetic and person centered approach. Demonstrate the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with patients and their families about a range of complex issues including Advanced care planning. Demonstrate the ability to collaborate with patients to establish patient centred goals and develop a plan to achieve them. Support the delivery of hands on nursing care in conjunction with community colleagues. Deliver emotional and psychological support equivalent to level Qualifications Essential 1st level Registration or Diploma level nursing qualification and current registration with NMC. 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 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 Employer details Employer name St Ann's Hospice Address St. Anns Hospice Peel Lane Worsley Manchester M28 0FE Employer's website