To provide a high-quality Palliative Care Service to patients at the endof life and to provide care and support for their families and carers. The postholder will have excellent writtenand verbal communication skills. Theymust have experience working within a nursing and medical team and in the safeadministration of medication. Good I.Tskills, are essential. Experienceworking in a hospice or palliative care setting is desirable. The ideal candidate will be a team player,with Leadership and Management skills. Aflexible approach to working is required.
Main duties of the job
Support the Clinical Services Manager and provide effective clinical leadership to the clinical team members
To assist the Lead Nurse in developing a supportive and cohesive team whose primary purpose is to maintain and deliver excellent standards of care
Ensure the observation and supervision of patients and report any identified concerns to the Nurse in Charge or Registered Manager
Ensure that patients are supported to maintain independence, social contact, privacy and dignity
Identify realistic goals of care and outcomes with patients, ensuring that the patient fully participates and agrees with plans of care
Record explicit care plans which reflect the agreed goals and outcomes, which act as effective tools for all of the multi-disciplinary team
Measure the effectiveness of the plan of care in achieving the identified goals and to revise and update care plans accordingly
Participate in the induction, mentorship, teaching and support of new staff, acting as a positive role model
Provide support and care for team member and colleagues, recognising the potential impact upon them of their working in an emotionally stressful environment
Accept responsibility for the safe handling and storage of drugs and have knowledge of the Medicine Act (1968) and the Misuse of Drugs Act (1971)
To act in accordance with the NMC code of conduct and Halton Haven Hospices policies and procedures
About us
* To work as part of a team to provide support tailored to the individual medial, social, spiritual and emotional needs of our patients and their families
* Work as part of a team to provide person-centered care to includethe assessment, planning, implementation, updating and evaluation of care from admission to discharge, including end of life care
Job responsibilities
RGN
ReportingTo
Ward Manager
AccountableTo
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
MinimumQualifications
Qualified RN.
Role Summary
To provide a high-quality Palliative Care Service to patients at the endof life and to provide care and support for their families and carers. The postholder will have excellent writtenand verbal communication skills. Theymust have experience working within a nursing and medical team and in the safeadministration of medication. Good I.Tskills, are essential. Experienceworking in a hospice or palliative care setting is desirable. The ideal candidate will be a team player,with Leadership and Management skills. Aflexible approach to working is required.
Key Tasks
QualityServices
Support the Clinical Services Manager andprovide effective clinical leadership to the immediate clinical teammembers
Toassist the Lead Nurse in developing a supportive and cohesive team whoseprimary purpose is to maintain and deliver excellent standards of care
Toundertake the role of Nurse in Charge as and when required
Thefocus of the role is the day-to-day delivery, of excellence in careprovision
Ensurethe observation and supervision of patients and report any identifiedconcerns to the Nurse in Charge or Registered Manager in a timely manner
Ensurethat patients are supported to maintain independence, social contact,privacy and dignity
Identifyrealistic goals of care and outcomes with patients, ensuring that thepatient fully participates and agrees with plans of care
Recordexplicit care plans which reflect the agreed goals and outcomes, which actas effective tools for all of the multi-disciplinary team
Measurethe effectiveness of the plan of care in achieving the identified goalsand to revise and update care plans accordingly
Participatein the induction, mentorship, teaching and support of new staff andstudents on placement, acting as a positive role model to all staff
Support,guide and assist Health Care Assistants in carrying out their role incaring for patients
Ensurethat support staff are only asked to perform tasks that are within theirarea of responsibility and level of competence
Beaware and knowledgeable about the legislative requirements that govern theHospice
Demonstrateclinical expertise and act as a resource / role model for colleagues
Providesupport and care for team member and colleagues, recognising the potentialimpact upon them of their working in an emotionally stressful environment
Ensurethe administration of medicines is in compliance with Hospice policy andNursing and Midwifery Council guidelines
Exercisebest practice abiding by the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code ofProfessional Conduct
Acceptresponsibility for the safe handling and storage of drugs and haveknowledge of the Medicine Act (1968) and the Misuse of Drugs Act (1971).
To act in accordance with the NMC code ofconduct and Halton Haven Hospices policies and procedures.
To work as part of a team to provide supporttailored to the individual medial, social, spiritual and emotional needsof our patients and their families
Work as part of a team to provideperson-centered care to include the assessment, planning, implementation,updating and evaluation of care from admission to discharge, including endof life care.
Policies and Procedures
Understand and comply with the policies andpractices of Halton Haven Hospice.
Undertaking of policy development and review inline with set schedule of work
Attend statutory training in accordance withHalton Haven Hospice requirements.
Health and Safety
The post holder must familiarise themselveswith matters relating to health and safety management as they affect thempersonally and/or Halton Haven Hospice reporting any potential risks tolife or property immediately in accordance with the Halton Haven HospiceHealth & Safety policy and procedures. Staff must use all equipmentprovided to undertake their role safely.
Other
Maintain absolute confidentiality in all areasof work.
Always behave with complete integrity, respectand professional dignity ensuring actions enhance the reputation ofthemselves and the charity.
Any otherduties commensurate with the grade and post.
Communication andWorking relationships
Ensure awarm welcome to all visitors to the Hospice demonstrating tact, empathy and awarenessof social and cultural differences when communicating with patients, relatives,visitors and other professionals.
Maintainall written and electronic patient records in line with Hospice Policy andProcedure, ensuring confidentiality an compliance with Care Quality CommissionRegulations and the Data Protection Act.
Ensure allcommunication is recorded and disseminated as appropriate.
Report anyincidents, infection control concerns or Health and Safety issues, inaccordance with Hospice Policy and Procedure, to the Senior Nurse as soon aspracticable.
Education andTraining
Undertakeany training that may be necessary to completely carry out the post and toattend all mandatory training.
Activelyparticipate in the personal development and education of self and team.
Facilitatean environment, which will be conclusive to learning.
Undergoperformance revised supervisions and appraisals in line with Hospice Policy andProcedure.
Maintainown personal and professional development, demonstrating knowledge and skillsin caring for people at end of life in accordance with the Hospice Model andevidence-based practice.
To beresponsible for own professional self-regulation and abide by the legalrequirements relating to practice.
Assist LeadNurses with facilitation of colleague supervision if designated to do.
Maintainawareness of research and relevant findings and in conjunction with the multi-disciplinaryteam-work towards this being applied to practice.
GeneralResponsibilities
Work withinthe Hospice Policies and Procedures at all times.
Maintainsecurity required for safety of patients, staff and the general public.
Ensure thatClinical Audit becomes part of everyday practice.
Ensure thatall staff receive a detailed handover at the start and finish of each shift.
FollowHospice procedures for managing positive Infection Vontrol and Health andSafety practices.
Contributeto practice changes that may be required arising from audits, complaints orinspection visits.
Ensure theeffective use of Hospice resources.
Monitor theuse of clinical equipment, reporting the need for servicing and repairs orrequests for new or replacement items where appropriate.
Attend andparticipate in meetings and events as may be reasonably required by theHospice.
Promote thedevelopment of research skills, both in themselves and their colleagues andencourage cooperation, be receptive to projects and others.
Work inpartnership with the Lead Nurse to ensure a clear understanding of tasksdelegated and complete in a robust and timely manner.
EnsureInfection Control is maintained in line with requirements specified in HospicePolicies and Procedures.
Attend aminimum of two staff meetings per year
Supportstaff supervision/appraisal programmes
HaltonHaven Hospice has given its full commitment to the adoption and promotion ofthe key principals of equal opportunities contained within current legislationand Halton Haven Hospice Equality and Diversity Policy.
Promote aculture which respects and values diversity, and support patients, visitors,and staff in exercising their rights. Foster an environment and service whichstrives to reflect the diversity of individual needs within the Hospice.
Promote anddemonstrate awareness of anti-discriminatory practice or behavior whichundermines equality and diversity in accordance with organisational policiesand current legislation.
Ensuringcompliance and producing reports for stakeholders in respect to the Hospicescompliance with Equality and Inclusion criteria.
Safeguarding
HaltonHaven Hospice is committed to safeguarding adults and children and expects allstaff to share in this commitment. Staffhave a responsibility to ensure that they are aware of specific duties relatingto their role and should familiarise themselves with the Hospices SafeguardingPolicies. Safeguarding training ismandatory for all staff.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Basic IT literacy
* Able to demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development in a relevant area.
* Sound knowledge and buy in to holistic care giving.
* Excellent communication skills both written and verbal when addressing both internal and external audiences.
* Ability to deal with difficult/sensitive issues at all levels.
* Ability to identify problems and act appropriately.
* Sound time management, prioritisation, organisational, administrative, planning and record keeping skills.
* Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
* Enthusiasm, energy & passion for the role.
* Highly motivated with a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
* Able to demonstrate compassion and empathy to patients and staff.
* Ability to deal with stressful situations and, where possible, to prevent them happening.
* Relevant speciality qualification
* Experience of nursing patients with palliative care needs
* Counselling practise and knowledge
* Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements.
* Experience of using electronic patient records systems and/or the skills to participate in online training programs.
* Cognisant of own and other staffs reaction to loss and other situations which may affect mental wellbeing.
* Ability to lead and deputise when the need arises
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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