Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, enthusiastic, motivated, highly experienced nurse with palliative and end of life care practice and knowledge. The post holder will join our well-established expert community and ward nursing teams and medical services as a qualified Advanced Nurse Practitioner.
This post will provide varied senior experience in a multidisciplinary working environment both within the community services and the 18-bed ward, which will be undergoing redevelopment September 2025 - March 2026.
We are looking for a candidate who has advanced communication and clinical assessment / prioritisation skills, as well as an understanding of the complex needs of those receiving expert palliative care /end of life care. In addition, competency in evidence-based practice and the ability share a sound knowledge of current initiatives and research developments in palliative care.
4 key elements for the role
* An expert practice function - Clinical practice
* Education, training and development function
* Professional leadership and consultancy functions.
* Practice, service development, research and evaluation.
This role has been aligned with the NMC Principles or Advanced Practice June 2025
Extensive autonomous community experience would be additionally valuable to this post and successful non-medical prescribing qualification essential to support senior level decision making.
Main duties of the job
As an expert, will deliver high quality care to individuals, enable other practitioners to maintain professional expertise whilst exercising a high degree of autonomy. This will include 50% direct clinical practice and include non-medical prescribing.
Education, training and development function. Provide specialist training and education, establishing formal links with local education providers. They will participate in the development of students working towards professional registration as well as the learning and development of qualified staff. Professional leadership and consultancy function. Demonstrate leadership skills to support and motivate others and to continuously improve quality of care and standards of practice, providing a source expertise and knowledge.
Practice development, service evaluation and improvement function. Nurse practitioner will contribute to development of professional standards, through the promotion of evidence-based practice. They will also conduct research and evaluation of practice within their specialist field.
Research and Quality function. Collaborate and work alongside colleagues to identify and support Quality and Research activity and initiatives.
Relevant experience of working at Band 7 or above, managing a complex clinical caseload with appropriate supporting qualifications as well as any evidence of appropriate leadership development.
About us
We are a dynamic, forward thinking organisation delivering a full range of specialist palliative care services for individuals & their loved ones with life limiting illness. We achieved Outstanding in our CQC inspection & have reconfigured our services to meet the changing needs of our local community. We support 5 Clinical Commissioning Groups & have a robust governance structure in place. We provide ward clinical services within a modern, personal & friendly 18-bedded unit, as well as Specialist Community Crisis Support Service, Hospice at Home Service & Specialist Day Therapy Service. We also have the hospice Pepperell Education Centre that has an excellent reputation for delivering high quality education programmes and study days.
All communication regarding your application including invitations to interviews will be sent to the email address you have stated on your application form, if you could also provide a contact telephone number as well.
Saint Francis Hospice is a charity based in the UK. We will require all successful candidates to be able to provide documentary ID proof of their Right to Work in the UK. We are not a Licensed Sponsor, so are unable to provide sponsorship to support applicants applying from outside of the UK.
Please note that we are a charity & not part of an NHS Trust & we are situated in a quiet location in the village of Havering-atte-Bower, outskirts of Romford, therefore please consider our location when applying.
Details
Date posted: 18 September 2025
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £55,455 to £63,985 a year; Our posts do not attract High Cost Area or fringe allowances
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: B0483-247
Job locations: St. Francis Hospice, Broxhill Road, Havering-atte-bower, Romford, RM4 1QH
Job description
JOB TITLE: Advanced Nurse Practitioner - ANP
GRADE: 8a
HOURS OF DUTY: 37.5 hours per week. Hours variable according to service needs.
REPORTS TO: Head of Community Services, Director of Care & Community Services.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS: Director of Care & Community Services, Head of Community Services, Medical Director, Head of Ward Services, Director of Nursing, Quality & Research, Quality Improvement Lead, Clinical Specialists, Individuals referred to the organisation and wider MDT teams, volunteers, external organisations, GP and service users. Internal and external stakeholders.
RESPONSIBLE FOR: This role does not have line management responsibility, though will support line management tasks as required (e.g. supervision mentorship, learning & development, competency identification etc).
JOB SUMMARY: The role blends a significant proportion of direct, higher level clinical care with education, research and management activities.
As an expert, will deliver high quality care to individuals, enable other practitioners to maintain professional expertise whilst exercising a high degree of autonomy. This will include 50% direct clinical practice and include non-medical prescribing.
Education, training and development function. Provide specialist training and education, establishing formal links with local education providers. They will participate in the development of students working towards professional registration as well as the learning and development of qualified staff. Professional leadership and consultancy function. Demonstrate leadership skills to support and motivate others and to continuously improve quality of care and standards of practice, providing a source expertise and knowledge.
Practice development, service evaluation and improvement function. Nurse practitioner will contribute to development of professional standards, through the promotion of evidence-based practice. They will also conduct research and evaluation of practice within their specialist field.
Research and Quality function. Collaborate and work alongside colleagues to identify and support Quality and Research activity and initiatives.
Main duties and responsibilities
This is a key post within the specialist area and will have a role in defining, shaping and developing all services, including those in community settings.
Clinical Practice
The ANP job plan will include designated sessions for delivery of direct, expert clinical care and evidenced-based, complex decision-making
The ANP will promote clinical pathways across medical and nursing teams, practicing autonomously, in accordance with scope of practice and professional accountability, at an advanced level
Role model advanced nursing practice for all nursing staff and the multidisciplinary team
The post holder will provide system leadership, supporting Clinical Specialists to realise their full potential as autonomous practitioners to ensure seamless delivery of care and high-quality outcomes
The post holder will act as an innovator, change agent and role model to support and influence clinical pathway redesign within services including quality, implementation of national initiatives, service reconfiguration and new digitally enabled models of care
The post holder will work closely within an MDT in addition to key relationships above
Expert advice and support to the clinical and medical teams
Integrate holistic assessment, diagnosis, plan of care, treatment and discharge in accordance with the evidence base
Participate in quality initiatives to achieve evidenced based clinical standards
Recognise limitations in scope of practice and address theoretical and practice gaps through continuing education and consultation with medical colleagues.
Professional Leadership
Clinical leadership of the development of nurse-led practice, including strengthening nursing beyond the current scope of practice and generating innovation and transformation in service models and delivery
Use advanced communication skills in all challenging contexts and communicate information that may be sensitive and complex
Demonstrate self-awareness with compassionate and authentic leadership within inter-professional teams to influence practice for effective, holistic, person-centred care.
Record keeping and data handling in accordance with hospice policy
Promote an internal and external understanding of the role to increase the awareness of the scope of practice
Demonstrate professional leadership and a strategic approach
Lead and provide expert knowledge with colleagues in the writing and development of specific policies
Lead on the production of an annual report, demonstrating goals and outcomes aligned to the organisational strategy
Collaborate with quality lead role, with a focus on risk management, standard setting, safety, and continuous improvement, in accordance with governance requirements
Ensure that effective safety procedures are established to comply with Health & Safety Guidelines
Ensuring regular clinical supervision will be a requirement via organisational /external processes with allocated supervisor
Professional curiosity is encouraged to explore learning, qualifications and development opportunities, to maintain capability to practice at an advanced level.
Role model reflective and reflexive practice and advocate for access to individualised support and clinical supervision to ensure continuous learning, improvement and professional development of self and colleagues
Support, influence and lead projects in line with the organisational strategy.
Research
Identify research priorities specific to area of clinical practice and the scope of practice/caseload
Participate in and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team in undertaking research
Lead, undertake, disseminate and publish nursing research to shape and advance nursing practice, education and policy and the wider health agenda as part the hospice research activity
Work in partnership with the quality lead to implement a quality management system and utilise findings to initiate change in practice
Initiate and foster links with higher education institutions and other organisations in relevant to research
Contribute to service planning and budgetary processes through use of data and specialist knowledge
Develop data collecting systems that will inform and evaluate the service provided
The post holder will be a key member of the Research Interest and Audit Groups, contributing expertise and mentorship in these areas.
Education
The post holder will have an educational commitment to ensure clinical pathways and practices are enveloped in all staff training programmes
Collaborate to facilitate the education and professional development of all nursing grades and other healthcare professionals.
Participate in facilitating learning and education (both undergraduate and post-graduate levels) and other health professionals in the clinical area.
Contribute to the professional body of knowledge and clinical practice, nationally and internationally, by writing, publishing and presenting outcomes
Actively promote the development of a learning culture, to drive high performance, improvements and innovation
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications Essential
* Registered Nurse with evidence of PIN and revalidation.
* Significant demonstrable experience of practice in palliative care at Band 7 or above.
* Masters degree in relevant subject/significantly working towards.
* Accredited management training course or significantly working towards.
* Non-Medical Prescribing qualification.
Desirable
* Teaching qualification: Post Graduate Certificate in Education or equivalent.
Experience Essential
* Ability to coordinate the completion of several projects simultaneously.
* Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
* Ability to compile, analyse and disseminate complex information.
* Registered nurses working at this advanced level -
* are accountable practitioners, working within the boundaries of their profession.
* are holistic practitioners, able to address nursing as well as medical needs using a person-centred approach.
* provide health promotion advice, counselling, assessment, diagnosis, referral, treatment and discharge.
* Are innovative and highly skilled at assessing and managing risk.
* Have the freedom and authority to act autonomously and independently accept the responsibility for decisions made and actions taken.
* Are experienced and highly educated experts with a clear understanding and research focused practice model.
Skills, Abilities, Knowledge Essential
o Highly developed advanced interpersonal and communication skills, able to communicate sensitive, highly complex and sometimes contentious information.
o Able to use a range of formats to present information to others and with ability to present complex information to large groups of people.
o Able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of health policy in relation to palliative and end of life care nursing practice.
o Able to challenge current practice in a constructive, learning focused way.
o Demonstrate experience of identifying research priorities specific to area of clinical practice and the scope of practice/caseload.
Professional Leadership Essential
o Ability to lead with honesty, integrity and care. Be able to develop, empower and delegate effectively to achieve change and generate a positive, inclusive workplace.
o Be accountable for actions and bring creativity and innovation to inspire and motivate others. Be active in the delivery of the Hospice strategy.
o Ability to demonstrate significant experience in nursing including responsibility for aspects of case management, managing a clinical area, leading elements of service provision and of supporting staff in the clinical environment.
o Evidence of continuing professional development.
o Evidence of innovative practice that involves research or service improvement.
o Demonstrable achievement in -
o Changing clinical practice.
o Developing professional staff and mentorship.
o Organisational change & understanding project management methodology.
o Leadership.
o Teaching -
o Articulate a vision of nursing-led practice.
o Demonstrate integration of advanced assessment and examination skills, leading to diagnosis, treatment plan and discharge.
o Demonstrates highly developed advanced communication skills.
Other Requirements Essential
o Willingness to work flexibly.
o Car driver with full license and a roadworthy vehicle.
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
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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.
Employer details
Saint Francis Hospice
Address: St. Francis Hospice, Broxhill Road, Havering-atte-bower, Romford, RM4 1QH
Employer's website
https://www.sfh.org.uk/
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