Registered Nurse

The post holder is responsible for providing a high standard of palliative nursing care which reflects evidence based practice, encompasses patient choice and makes best use of valuable resources.

This includes assessing, planning and implementing individualised and effective patient care and evaluating the outcome. The post holder will be expected to communicate with members of the internal and external multi-disciplinary team to ensure the best care for patients whilst on the wardand on discharge. In addition the post holder will facilitate training, education and induction programmes for other qualified and unqualified staff.

• Work as part of a team to deliver high quality palliative care in the in-patient unit at either PHA/PHC/PHT.
• Support the operational management by taking responsibility for the ward in the absence of the Ward Manager and Ward Sister, ensuring patient care is maintained.
• Will be a registered nurse accountable for the direct delivery of patient care within an in-patient unit caring for patients with palliative needs.
• Maintain a high level of nursing care through direct delivery of personal, emotional and psychological care for patients.
• Successfully manage clinical emergencies specifically related to palliative care through swift recognition, instigating and carrying out any immediate actions and reporting and sharing information quickly.
• Maintain continuity of patient care through accurate verbal reports and electronic and written documentation.
• Ensure all patient information is electronically recorded in a safe, accurate and contemporaneous manner through familiarity with and daily use of EMIS and Ashtons electronic patient management system and adherence to Hospice IT protocols.
• Provide sensitive and empathetic emotional and psychological support for patients and carers during the delivery of bad news, of terminal care and during and after the event of death.
• Ensure the safety of patients, visitors and other staff by maintaining a safe environment, recognising any hazards and responding appropriately.

As an award-winning employer, Pilgrims provides end of life care services to patients and their families across east Kent.

Our commitment is to provide open, compassionate care and expertise for patients and their families both in the community and in-patient units.

Our Vision

Of a community where people with a terminal illness, and their family and friends, are supported and empowered to live well in mind and body until the very last moment of their life.

Other Benefits

As an Employer of Choice, our commitment to supporting our employees and volunteers is a key priority.

Our hospices offer:

• Modern, friendly and highly professional working environments
• Opportunities for professional development through a range of extensive learning
• Alignment with NHS pay rates and continuity in membership of the NHS pension scheme
• A sense of achievement in supporting a worthwhile cause
• A sense of wellbeing
• A good work-life balance
• Locations across well-populated areas of east Kent all providing very good road and rail links
• NHS and financial discounts i.e. Blue Light Card
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Free hospice parking

Job Dimensions

• The post holder will work as part of a team to deliver high quality palliative care in the in-patient unit at either Ashford/Canterbury/Thanet but may be required to work at any of the other sites upon request.
• The post holder will support the operational management by take responsibility for the ward in the absence of the Ward Manager and Ward Sister, ensuring patient care is maintained.
• Although not responsible for a budget, the post holder will be expected to be aware of cost implications and make the best use of valuable resources.
• The post holder will contribute to the learning environment, acting as practice supervisor/assessor to qualified/unqualified colleagues and students, to facilitate andassist in achieving learning objectives.

Job Dimensions

• The post holder will work as part of a team to deliver high quality palliative care in the in-patient unit at either Ashford/Canterbury/Thanet but may be required to work at any of the other sites upon request.
• The post holder will support the operational management by take responsibility for the ward in the absence of the Ward Manager and Ward Sister, ensuring patient care is maintained.
• Although not responsible for a budget, the post holder will be expected to be aware of cost implications and make the best use of valuable resources.
• The post holder will contribute to the learning environment, acting as practice supervisor/assessor to qualified/unqualified colleagues and students, to facilitate andassist in achieving learning objectives.

• The post holder will be a registered nurse accountable for the direct delivery of patient care withinan in-patient unit caring for patients with palliative needs.
• Work will be undertaken in line with Pilgrims Hospice, local and…