Palliative Care Specialist Nurse

Job title:

Palliative Care Specialist Nurse

Company

Ashgate Hospice

Job description

Location: Ashgate Hospice, Chesterfield (covering Hight Peak and Dales)Closing date: Wednesday 5th February 2025Proposed interview date: Monday 17th February 2025About the roleAshgate Hospice is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. This means we are committed to inclusive hiring and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.Hours: 30 hours per week, Monday to Sunday, including bank holidaysJoin our team as a Palliative Care Specialist Nurse and make a difference!Do you want a job where you can help others and have a positive impact on your community? Then we’ve got the perfect role for you.Our Palliative Care Specialist Nurses work independently as part of the well-established community team at Ashgate Hospice, supporting patients and carers with palliative and end-of-life care needs across North Derbyshire and Derbyshire ICBs.The community team work closely with Ashgate multidisciplinary team and wider system to deliver patient-centred, evidence-based specialist services, ensuring high-quality care. The team consists of Palliative Care Specialist Nurses, Palliative Care Nurses and Palliative Care Support Workers and are an integral part of Specialist Palliative care services at Ashgate Hospice.Key responsibilities:

• The Palliative Care Specialist Nurse will work independently as a member of the Community Palliative Care Specialist Nurse team across North Derbyshire based at Ashgate Hospice.
• The team provides patient centred, evidence-based specialist services for patients and their carers with palliative and end of life care needs, working where required across Derbyshire ICBs.
• In addition to direct clinical role, the post includes leadership, managerial, educational, audit and research responsibilities.

• The post holder will be expected to have a flexible approach to working which includes weekend and bank holidays.

For the full details, you can read the attached job description or give the recruiting manager a call on 07795128141 / 07805922328 for an informal chat (it may be possible to arrange a visit to the hospice).What you’ll bring:Here’s what we’re looking for:

• NMC registration, with post registration extensive experience at Band 6 or above.
• Level 6 degree in palliative care or equivalent
• Advanced pain and symptom management CPD
• Advanced Communication Skills Training (or equivalent)
• Experience in relevant clinical setting such as palliative care, oncology, LTC and Community.
• Non-medical prescriber is desirable for this post

About Ashgate:Ashgate Hospice, based in North Derbyshire, offers free palliative and end of life care for adults with life-limiting or incurable illnesses, including cancer, neurological diseases, and advanced heart, kidney, and lung conditions. Last year, we cared for over 2,400 people. Our aim is to support our patients by keeping them informed, managing their symptoms, and improving their quality of life from diagnosis onwards.We also provide vital support to the people who are important to them, offering practical assistance and emotional support, including bereavement services.We’re more than a care provider. We’re a campaigner for sustainable end of life care funding in the UK, and we continually invest in our services and workforce.Our values are at the heart of everything we do:

• We are compassionate.
• We are a team.
• We are respectful, open, and inclusive.

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.We strive to create a workplace that’s happy, safe, and supportive – and our team seems to agree! In fact, 86% of staff would recommend Ashgate Hospice as an employer.We know how important wellbeing and work-life balance are, which is why we’re open to flexible work arrangements, including job-sharing.As part of our team, you’ll have access to training opportunities to help you grow, both personally and professionally. Whether you want to develop in your current role or explore new career paths, we’ll support you every step of the way.Want to know more about what it’s like to work with us? Visit our , check out our social media channels, or listen to our podcast, . It’s a great way to get a sense of the Ashgate team and the difference we make.Benefits of joining usAt Ashgate, we take care of the people who take care of others. Here are some of the :

• Generous holiday entitlement, with the option to increase it through our Annual Buy and Sell Leave Scheme.
• A flexible working approach to help meet your needs and ours, including options like job-sharing.
• A Cycle to Work scheme and a Tech Benefit scheme to help spread the cost of your next bike or gadget.
• The Westfield Health Cash Plan, giving you money back on treatments like physiotherapy, dental care, and eye tests.
• Free access to Westfield Rewards, with discounts at hundreds of high-street retailers.
• A confidential Employee Assistance Programme, offering free, round-the-clock support when you need it.
• A pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution, helping you save for the future.
• A life assurance scheme, giving peace of mind for you and those important to you, up to age 65.
• A commitment to your personal and professional development, with training opportunities to help you grow.
• Free, on-site parking whenever you’re working at the hospice.
• Discounted, onsite café at our Old Brampton site, available to all staff
• A wide range of initiatives to support your wellbeing, and the time out to practice self-care

Ready to make a difference?To learn more about the role, please contact Georgina Hutchison at 01246 565026/07795128141or email . You can arrange to visit the hospice to see what it would be like to work with us.Please note: Applications must be submitted via the ‘Apply Now’ button on our website. Applications sent directly to HR or the recruiting manager will not be accepted.Proposed interview date: Monday 17th February 2025If you know the interview date and can stick to it, please include it here. Providing a clear date helps candidates plan and shows we’re organised and respectful of their time.Additional information:

• If you’re successful, you’ll need to complete a DBS check as part of our pre-employment process. You can find more details in the candidate assistant notes.
• As a healthcare provider, we prioritise the safety of our patients, staff, and visitors. That’s why we encourage and recommend all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive the flu jab—unless there’s a compelling reason not too
• If you need any help with the recruitment process, our HR team is here to assist. You can reach them at

or call 01246 568 801.Additional support for candidates

• We’re committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive, fair, and accessible to everyone.
• Reasonable adjustments: We are pleased to offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process for individuals with disabilities, neurodiverse conditions, or long-term health needs.
• Shortlisting commitment: In line with our commitment to

, we guarantee to shortlist any disabled candidate who meets the essential criteria for the role. * Interview preparation: All shortlisted candidates will receive their interview questions in advance to help you feel fully prepared.Accessibility resources:

• If you need assistance completing your online application, you can contact the Disability Employment Service/Youth Employment Service by emailing

. * We encourage you to complete and share your
. This helps us understand any adjustments or support you might need. Even if you choose not to share it, the passport can be a valuable tool for your own benefit. * You can also access support through the
. a government initiative designed to help you start or remain in work if you have a health condition or disability. This includes support for the recruitment process. Learn more on the Access to Work webpageFor further guidance or information, these resources may also be helpful:, Chesterfield Office: Call 0124 695 6275 , Derbyshire County CouncilIf you have any questions about adjustments or the recruitment process, please contact our HR team at or call 01246 568 801.Ashgate Hospicecare is a charity (no. 700636) that provides compassionate, specialist palliative and end of life care, free of charge, to patients with a life-limiting illness and their families across North Derbyshire.Our vision is that everyone in North Derbyshire with a life-limiting illness, and the people important to them, can make the most of every moment together and that they can die with dignity and comfort.

Expected salary

£46315 – 52942 per year

Location

Chesterfield, Derbyshire

Job date

Sat, 25 Jan 2025 05:46:18 GMT

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