KIRKWOOD HOSPICE

Responsibility

• the Kirkwood Hospice
• you will also demonstrate and develop a high-quality nursing care through evidence based practice whilst supervising other team members
• in-Patient Unit
  Show more +71
• community Palliative Care Team
• temp
• full time
• part time
• to act as specialist resource to colleagues, MDT members and external agencies
• bank/Casual
• to act as link nurse for clinical topics and participate in education and training for that area of care
• to function as an active participant in MDT meetings and other clinical meetings providing feedback and disseminating information as appropriate
• to act as a Primary Nurse, responsible for the organisation of patient care and delegation of duties to nursing staff
• SALARY £11.27 per hour
• JOB SUMMARY Working to support the Clinical Services Manager and Sisters within our In-Patient Unit, you will be responsible for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care
• to participate in all patient care activities, giving guidance and support as necessary to other team members
• CLOSING DATE 26th October 2023
• KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Role To provide a high standard of specialist nursing care at all times with due regard for the patient as a member of a family unit
• to ensure that all medications are correctly stored, administered and recorded in accordance with Hospice policy and legal requirements
• the Kirkwood are excited to advertise for a Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our Community Nursing team
• the Kirkwood welcome applications to join our dedicated In-Patient Unit team as a Nursing Assistant
• to ensure that nursing documentation is recorded accurately, legibly, maintaining confidentiality to meet professional and legal requirements
• the successful candidate will act as specialist resource within a multidisciplinary team, with managerial, educative and quality assurance responsibilities
• to deal with and report accidents, untoward occurrences or complaints according to Hospice policy
• experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team is therefore essential
• to co-operate with any investigation of accidents, untoward occurrences or complaints
• they will also work with other team members to contribute to education programmes for a variety of professionals and organisations
• JOB TITLE: Bank Auxiliary Nurse
• job Title: Staff Nurse
• JOB TITLE: Senior Staff Nurse
• JOB TITLE: Clinical Nurse Specialist
• job Title: Auxiliary Nurse
• JOB TITLE: Bank Staff Nurse
• care and support are also provided for their family members, friends, and carers, both during the illness and after death
• HOURS: Ad-Hoc
• hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week
• HOURS: Flexible
• HOURS: 37.5 hours per week
• HOURS: 30 to 37.5 hours per week
• hours: Full Time and Part Time hours available
• hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week
• to promote and maintain staff morale, giving support, supervision and guidance to other team members
• through education, training, and partnership with others, we improve care for everyone affected by a life limiting illness
• NHS Pensions are also transferable for those already contributing
• care and support are also provided for their family members, friends and carers, both during illness and after death
• we welcome applications to join the In-Patient Unit team, assisting nursing staff to provide a high standard of direct nursing care to patients and their families
• we welcome applications for a Staff Nurse to join our In-Patient Unit. You will be a registered nurse with either recent palliative care experience, or a willingness to undertake academic studies in specialist palliative care
• the Kirkwood are pleased to welcome applications for an experienced Staff Nurse to join the In-Patient Unit team, supporting the Specialist Palliative Care Unit Manager and Practice Development Sister to plan, implement and evaluate patient care
• we welcome applications for registered nurses with recent clinical experience to join our nursing bank. Working with the nursing team and support service colleagues, you will deliver skilled and compassionate nursing care within our In-Patient Unit
• the successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team, developing good communications between patients, families and nursing staff and helping to maintain patient wellbeing and comfort
• closing Date: 6th October 2023
• using your skills and experience, you will be responsible for identifying patient’s holistic needs and for the planning and implementation of care, whilst also providing emotional support to patients and their family
• CLOSING DATE: 15th October 2023
• CLOSING DATE: 31st August 2023
• CLOSING DATE: 13th August 2023
• as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will provide a responsive, flexible and high-quality community specialist palliative care service to our patients and their families
• closing Date: 4th August 2023
• in this role, you will assist the nursing team to provide a high standard of direct nursing care to patients and their families
• CLOSING DATE: 1st July 2023
• using your skills and experience, you will be responsible for identifying patients’ holistic needs and for the planning and implementing of care, whilst also being aware of deteriorating patients to be able to provide emotional support to both the patient and their family
• to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, relatives and all visitors to the Hospice
• this is exciting opportunity to make a real difference and help The Kirkwood Support Life across Kirklees
• through education, training and partnership with others, we improve care for everyone affected by a life-limiting illness in Kirklees
• the ideal candidate will hold an NVQ in health and social care or equivalent, have strong communication skills and experience of working in a caring environment
• the ideal candidate will be a registered nurse, willing to commit to study at least to Masters’ level and should have excellent communication and organisational skills, leadership and teaching experience and extensive palliative care experience as a Staff Nurse
• this diverse role allows the post-holder to work autonomously in the community to provide specialist assessment of patients with complex needs, developing management options and evaluating plans in the face of the changing needs of our patients
• the successful candidate will work within a multi-disciplinary team, developing good communication between patients and families and the nursing staff to maintain patient well-being and comfort
• whilst recent palliative care experience is desirable, we require applicants to have an understanding of hospice and specialist palliative care, and experience of working as part of a multi-professional team
• please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications
• the Kirkwood provide specialist care, free of charge, to adults in Kirklees with advanced, progressive illnesses at any time from diagnosis to the end of life, respecting their individual needs and wishes
• ad-Hoc
• this diverse role will allow you to gain experience of supporting student nurses and less experienced clinical staff, as well as contributing and leading on quality and audit initiatives
• we believe that happy nurses provide great care to our patients, which is why we provide a higher nurse-to-patient ratio than NHS Trusts are able to offer, giving you the time to care for your patients
• the ideal candidate will hold an NVQ in Health and Social care , have strong communication skills and experience of working in a caring environment
• HOURS OF WORK Ad-Hoc

Earnings for position nurse

Responsibility

• the Kirkwood Hospice
• community Palliative Care Team
• full time
  Show more +27
• the post-holder will also be directly involved in succession planning of existing staff
• permanent
• the Specialist palliative care Manager will ensure cost effective use of resources, managing the administrative and financial aspects of the team
• the Specialist Palliative Care Team Manager will carry continuing responsibility for the effective and efficient management of The Kirkwoods Specialist palliative care team, providing management and professional leadership of the nursing team
• A key element of this role requires the personalising of individual patient care based upon the needs and wishes of the patient and their family, support by the wider MDT in delivering this service
• an exciting opportunity has arisen to join The Kirkwood as a Specialist Palliative Care Team Manager
• the role requires direct management of the team of specialist palliative care community nurses
• the post-holder is responsible for ensuring the assessment of care needs and that the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care are maintained to a high standard
• you will support and empower staff to lead and develop services and promote a multi-professional approach with shared care and accountability, with the aim of further developing models of care across the hospice setting that support delivery of the highest standards of personalised patient care
• the jobholder is also responsible for the department clinical budget and effective use of resources
• the current service comprises of 3 caseloads across the area of Kirklees
• there will be a focus on the closer integration of the Community clinical nurse specialists and the inpatient unit to support continuity of care and a sharing of skills and knowledge
• JOB TITLE: Community Specialist Palliative Care Team Manager
• set, monitor and seek to continuously improve standards and the quality of patient care utilising benchmarks
• HOURS: 30 to 37.5 hours per week
• the Specialist palliative care Manager will also focus on patient and service user involvement to ensure services are inclusive and codesigned with patients, families and staff to ensure services meet the needs of patients across all communities in Kirklees
• as part of the multi-disciplinary team the postholder will have regular support from our consultant led medical team
• maintain a safe working environment
• JOB DIMENSIONS Current service comprises of 3 caseloads across the area of Kirklees, incorporating an advice and support line 24 hours a day which supports admissions and advice to patients and carers in their own home
• CLOSING DATE: 4th September 2023
• the post holder will carry continuing responsibility for the effective and efficient management of The Kirkwood’s Specialist palliative care team, providing management and professional leadership of the nursing team
• CLOSING DATE: 6th August 2023
• CLOSING DATE: 5th July 2023
• supervise and maintain accurate records in accordance with NMC guidance and auditing standards
• the Care Team Manager will also focus on patient and service user involvement to ensure services are inclusive and codesigned with patients, families and staff to ensure services meet the needs of patients across all communities in Kirklees
• the Unit Manager will also focus on patient and service user involvement to ensure services are inclusive and codesigned with patients, families and staff to ensure services meet the needs of patients across all communities in Kirklees
• PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Clinical Provide a clinical lead and role model to the nursing team by delivering high quality care as an expert practitioner

Responsibility

• HOURS: Ad-hoc
• REPORT TO: Retail Area Manager

Earnings for position labourer

Responsibility

• holmfirth Charity Shop
• retail - Shops
• full time
  Show more +12
• permanent
• we welcome applications for a Shop Manager in our Holmfirth store
• job Title: Shop Manager
• hours: 40 hours per week
• closing Date: 12th July 2023
• responsible for the overall management of the shop, you will use your skills and experience to maximise income and profit, whilst building the Kirkwood’s profile and understanding within the local community
• care and support are also provided for their family members, friends, and carers, both during the illness and after death
• providing a welcoming, customer-focussed approach, you will be responsible for ensuring the shop conforms to agreed systems and maintains high display standards, rotating stock on a regular basis to maximise footfall and sales
• RESPONSIBLE TO Retail Area Manager
• through education, training, and partnership with others, we improve care for everyone affected by a life limiting illness
• this varied role will also require you to manage the premises to ensure the shop is clean and safe for staff and customers, whilst also providing opportunities to display your administration and financial skills though preparing operating budgets and taking responsibility for daily cash control, balancing and banking
• if you would be interested in joining The Kirkwood and helping to Support Life, please click apply

Responsibility

• the Kirkwood Hospice
• support Services
• full time
  Show more +12
• permanent
• we are excited to recruit a dynamic Chef to develop our Catering Team at The Kirkwood
• this role could suit an existing chef looking for a better work life balance
• JOB TITLE: Chef
• HOURS: 37.5 Hours per week
• CLOSING DATE: 9th September 2023
• this is a great opportunity for an innovative and motivated Chef to make a real difference to the lives of service users of the Hospice and the wider Kirklees community that we serve
• CLOSING DATE: 15th July 2023
• NHS Pensions are also transferable for those already contributing
• please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications
• ACCOUNTABLE TO: Asset & Facilities Manager
• the post holder should have catering experience, be committed to providing a quality service and a positive attitude towards working within a team