HALTON HAVEN HOSPICE is looking for employees for positions:
specialty doctor
Working hours
permanent
Responsibility
to manage and prioritise time effectively, working with the team to ensure patient care is delivered in a timely manner
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide clinical care and supervision of patients in the Inpatient Unit and Day Therapy as required Work closely with and respect roles and skills of all members of the multi professional team To maintain accurate, comprehensive, and contemporaneous medical and multi professional records To ensure safe and effective prescribing following guidelines
to support the regular audit of prescribing and contribute to the review of prescribing guidelines Meet with families and carers as required Ensure effective communication with the patient, their family and the wider teams Contribute to the clinical supervision and training of junior medical staff To be resident on site during day sessions from 9am -5pm Monday Friday Conduct a daily ward round with the senior nurse when on call at weekend Participate in daily clinical handover and review To provide clinical advice by telephone to other healthcare professionals Participate in the first on call rota for Halton Haven Hospice over night and weekends To participate in any future developments involving cross-boundary working e.g., into the community or the hospital
to participate in clinical supervision EDUCATION/ LEARNING/DEVELOPMENT To take an active part in the specialist palliative care service education programme To maintain and develop skills in Palliative Medicine by participating in CME and maintaining an appropriate portfolio of evidence To maintain CPD Share skills and knowledge with others to assist in their professional development Contribute to the teaching of undergraduate medical students and junior doctors Undertake annual appraisal with designated appraiser and meet requirements for 5 yearly revalidations Attend and complete hospice mandatory training on an annual basis Positive contribution to raising the profile of the work of the Hospice locally and nationally including co-operating with fundraising and the charitable aims of the organisation AUDIT/ RESEARCH To take an active part in audit and attend regional and hospice audit meetings To encourage and support approved research projects Where appropriate to become actively involved in research projects under the guidance of the Medical Director GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES To act as a core member of the Specialist Palliative Care MDT for Halton
promote a culture which respects and values diversity, and support patients, visitors, and staff in exercising their rights
foster an environment and service which strives to reflect the diversity of individual needs within the Hospice
co-operate with staff and management in contributing to the responsible and efficient running of services Assisting in ensuring that clinical administration is kept up to date Participating in hospice and community meetings where appropriate Covering of medical colleagues where possible during periods of absences To adhere to clinical and management governance policies and procedures in all work settings
to follow all applicable rules and procedures relating to health and safety and universal precautions Be aware of obligations and statutory rights with regards to disciplinary and grievance procedure Undertake other duties required within the post which may necessitate helping other departments/ teams Complete mandatory training where it is applicable to the role in all settings Maintain full registration with General Medical Council Maintain fully subscribed membership of a recognised medical defence organisation Maintain business car insurance PROFESSIONAL FUNCTION To maintain training and knowledge about safeguarding issues for vulnerable adults and to support other staff in acting appropriately if safeguarding issues are raised
nurse
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Salary
salary
Responsibility
work within the Hospice Policies and Procedures at all times
maintain security required for safety of patients, staff and the general public
ensure that Clinical Audit becomes part of everyday practice
ensure that all staff receive a detailed handover at the start and finish of each shift
follow Hospice procedures for managing positive Infection Vontrol and Health and Safety practices
contribute to practice changes that may be required arising from audits, complaints or inspection visits
ensure the effective use of Hospice resources
attend and participate in meetings and events as may be reasonably required by the Hospice
Education
undertake any training that may be necessary to completely carry out the post and to attend all mandatory training
actively participate in the personal development and education of self and team
facilitate an environment, which will be conclusive to learning
undergo performance revised supervisions and appraisals in line with Hospice Policy and Procedure
to be responsible for own professional self-regulation and abide by the legal requirements relating to practice
assist Lead Nurses with facilitation of colleague supervision if designated to do
maintain awareness of research and relevant findings and in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team-work towards this being applied to practice
maintain own personal and professional development, demonstrating knowledge and skills in caring for people at end of life in accordance with the Hospice Model and evidence-based practice
Requirements
experience Nurses start at £17.75 and £20.41
registered general nurse
Working hours
permanent
full-time
Responsibility
to act in accordance with the NMC code of conduct and Halton Haven Hospices policies and procedures
policies and Procedures Understand and comply with the policies and practices of Halton Haven Hospice
staff must use all equipment provided to undertake their role safely
quality Services Support the Clinical Services Manager and provide effective clinical leadership to the immediate 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 To undertake the role of Nurse in Charge as and when required The focus of the role is the day-to-day delivery, of excellence in care provision Ensure the observation and supervision of patients and report any identified concerns to the Nurse in Charge or Registered Manager in a timely manner 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 and students on placement, acting as a positive role model to all staff Support, guide and assist Health Care Assistants in carrying out their role in caring for patients Ensure that support staff are only asked to perform tasks that are within their area of responsibility and level of competence Be aware and knowledgeable about the legislative requirements that govern the Hospice Demonstrate clinical expertise and act as a resource / role model for colleagues Provide support and care for team member and colleagues, recognising the potential impact upon them of their working in an emotionally stressful environment Ensure the administration of medicines is in compliance with Hospice policy and Nursing and Midwifery Council guidelines Exercise best practice abiding by the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code of Professional Conduct Accept responsibility for the safe handling and storage of drugs and have knowledge of the Medicine Act and the Misuse of Drugs Act
other Maintain absolute confidentiality in all areas of work
support the Clinical Services Manager and provide effective clinical leadership to the immediate clinical team members
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 include the assessment, planning, implementation, updating and evaluation of care from admission to discharge, including end of life care
always behave with complete integrity, respect and professional dignity ensuring actions enhance the reputation of themselves and the charity
finance officer
Working hours
part-time | Permanent
Salary
salary
Responsibility
to attend and contribute to team and departmental meetings
other duties that may, from time to time, be necessary and compatible with the role
any other duties commensurate with the grade and post
it is the responsibility of the Hospice Trustees to oversee the implementation of the Safeguarding policies, supported operationally by the Executive Management Team
ensuring Halton Haven Hospice complies with all relevant financial legislation in the UK
rgn
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Salary
salary
Responsibility
work within the Hospice Policies and Procedures at all times
maintain security required for safety of patients, staff and the general public
ensure that Clinical Audit becomes part of everyday practice
ensure that all staff receive a detailed handover at the start and finish of each shift
follow Hospice procedures for managing positive Infection Vontrol and Health and Safety practices
contribute to practice changes that may be required arising from audits, complaints or inspection visits
ensure the effective use of Hospice resources
attend and participate in meetings and events as may be reasonably required by the Hospice
Education
undertake any training that may be necessary to completely carry out the post and to attend all mandatory training
actively participate in the personal development and education of self and team
facilitate an environment, which will be conclusive to learning
undergo performance revised supervisions and appraisals in line with Hospice Policy and Procedure
to be responsible for own professional self-regulation and abide by the legal requirements relating to practice
assist Lead Nurses with facilitation of colleague supervision if designated to do
maintain awareness of research and relevant findings and in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team-work towards this being applied to practice
maintain own personal and professional development, demonstrating knowledge and skills in caring for people at end of life in accordance with the Hospice Model and evidence-based practice
support worker
Salary
salary
Responsibility
to assist the patient as requested, and as determined by their individual nursing care plan
coordinate Day Care Services in line with the Hospices development strategy
to record the delivery of interventions as outlined in the individual patient car plan
to assist in the serving of meals and drinks, providing additional refreshments for patients as requested
to assist patients in maintaining adequate nutrition and hydration where patients are unable to do this independently
to collect used crockery and cutlery etc. after patient meals, transporting these to the kitchen for washing if required
to continually monitor and evaluate individual care plans, ensuring they reflect the current needs of individual patients and their families
to assist in bed making activities and the safe removal of dirty linen to the laundry
Education
to participate in and contribute to own individual performance review, taking responsibility in the identification of personal training and development needs
to undergo such education, training and development as may be necessary to competently carry out the post
to support the Registered Nurses in the provision of patient and carer education
to attend the hospices twice yearly mandatory infection control training sessions at the Hospice
to complete the Care Certificate qualification
to share best practice and specific knowledge with peers, enhancing confidence and promoting a diverse skill base
to attend Fire Safety Training as required and demonstrate awareness of the correct procedure to be undertaken in the event of a fire