CNS/CPS - Hospice Outreach Service
As part of our model of care to ensure ‘we have the right people, providing the right care in the right place and at the right time’, an opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) or Clinical Paramedic Specialist (CPS) to work as part of our multi-disciplinary team within the Hospice Outreach Service in the community covering West Kent and East Sussex.
The Hospice Outreach Team is based in the Pembury site of Hospice in the Weald. The team provides the single point of access for all referrals into all services for Hospice in the Weald.
The Hospice Outreach Service provides specialist palliative advice and support to patients and their families. You will be part of a rota of clinicians covering our 7 day a week service offering home-based assessments in addition to telephone support.
Our team care for patients who have a life limiting illness and our focus is on individualised care, focusing on improving quality of life and achieving patient centred goals. We care for people with malignant and non-malignant long term conditions including heart failure, respiratory disease, frailty and neurological conditions. Our team works collaboratively with our external partners to provide seamless care within the patient’s journey; this enhances collaborative working and provides opportunities for shared learning.
To succeed in this role
We are looking for a motivated clinician with the ability to work as an autonomous practitioner whilst being part of a responsive and resilient team. You will possess advanced communication skills and be a supportive team player.
You will have proven community or in-patient palliative care experience at Band 6 or 7 or have equivalent level of experience of working in the following related areas: Paramedic, General Medicine, Neurology, Emergency Medicine, Frailty, Respiratory Care, Cardiology or Oncology. You will have advanced assessment skills and non-medical prescribing or be willing to undertake as part of professional development.
Flexible working options may be available, offering a competitive salary, and you can transfer your NHS pension. Other benefits include free parking and a generous holiday allowance with the ability to buy and sell additional holiday. You can view more information about our range of benefits on our website.
If you would like to discuss your application or want further information, please contact Dea Haysler or Samara Romans, Hospice Outreach Managers. We welcome informal visits or telephone discussions with one of our senior clinicians.