Bank Hospice Inpatient Unit Registered Nurse in Scunthorpe

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Job Summary

There is an opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join the Lindsey Lodge Hospice Clinical team on a bank basis.

The post includes a minimum of 6 shifts in 12 months and requires availability for short‑notice shifts.

The role will involve working 24‑hour shift patterns on the Inpatient Unit and occasionally in other hospice departments.

Main Duties

• Lindsey Lodge Hospice provides 24‑hour inpatient care. The post holder will:
• Work a variety of shifts across the 24‑hour day, rotating between day and night duties.
• Primarily cover the Inpatient Unit, with occasional assignment to other settings such as Outpatients.
• Deliver high‑quality specialist palliative and end‑of‑life nursing care as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Coordinate assessment, planning and evaluation of individualised patient‑centred care.
• Maintain a respectful, non‑judgemental and inclusive attitude consistent with the Charity’s commitment to equality, diversity and inclusivity.
• Uphold the values and philosophy of care of Lindsey Lodge Hospice in all practice.
• Professional / Clinical Practice
• Work in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code.
• Provide clinical leadership and act as a role model for high‑quality patient care.
• Demonstrate specialist knowledge in symptom management of patients with palliative needs.
• Deliver evidence‑based care that meets the holistic needs of patients and their families, including pre‑ and post‑bereavement support.
• Promote nursing contributions within the multidisciplinary team.
• Deputise in the absence of the senior nurse.
• Ensure daily patient risk assessments are undertaken.
• Assess patient needs and formulate, implement and evaluate total care plans.
• Maintain frequent reassessments to reflect changing needs throughout the illness trajectory.
• Discuss difficult situations with patients and families.
• Communicate effectively with the wider palliative care team, maintaining confidentiality.
• Initiate new ideas in consultation with staff.
• Participate in own appraisal and performance reviews.
• Report to senior nursing and medical staff on patient condition and provide/receive instructions.
• Maintain clear communication channels.
• Adhere to all Lindsey Lodge policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate clinical records, including electronic patient records.
• Take responsibility for the general running of the unit, including care of patients, families and staff supervision.
• Undergo medicine rounds in line with the Hospice Management of Medicines policy.
• Maintain effective discharge planning.
• Work in other departments as necessary.
• Contribute to clinical practice evaluation through audit.
• Management and Leadership
• Be aware of Clinical Governance.
• Identify and agree care standards, monitoring, evaluating and auditing implementation.
• Implement and monitor Hospice policies, health and safety guidelines and professional regulations.
• Report all accidents and incidents to the appropriate authority, acting with a duty of candour.
• Maintain a safe environment, giving guidance on fire, security, manual handling and health and safety policies.
• Use resources economically and effectively.
• Familiarise yourself with unit equipment, ensuring correct and safe use.
• Maintain accurate record‑keeping, recognising the legal importance of documents.
• Discuss pertinent issues with the team, especially the senior or deputy nurse.
• Manage a caseload.
• Lead the clinical team when required.
• Supervise and train colleagues working on the same shifts.
• Assist in staff induction when appropriate.
• Make professional decisions on clinical care and unit management when the ward manager is absent.
• Appropriately manage organisational clinical change.
• Contribute to quality improvement across clinical areas.
• Personnel
• Exercise positive leadership within the team.
• Report incidents requiring action or advice to senior staff.
• Maintain good relationships with Lindsey Lodge staff and other disciplines, upholding the reputation of the Hospice.
• Introduce and support new staff members.
• Mentor junior nursing staff and associate nurses.
• Participate fully in the regular clinical supervision programme.
• Adhere to all policies, and ensure others do the same.
• Attend relevant unit meetings, and seek updates if unable to attend.
• Uphold the reputation of Lindsey Lodge.
• Ensure no colleague, employee, patient or carer is harassed or receives less favourable treatment on grounds of disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, religion or ethnic/national origin.

Education

• Identify personal learning and development needs based on national and local standards for palliative care.
• Actively participate in education.
• Promote a positive clinical learning environment.
• Opt in for own annual appraisal performance, staying up to date with nursing research and national guidelines.
• Help develop the skills and knowledge of others where appropriate.
• Participate in mentorship, induction and other educational programmes.
• Complete mandatory training sessions, keeping specialist knowledge and skills current.
• Act as link nurse in a specialised area, delivering knowledge and cascade training.
• Communication
• Maintain effective communication.
• Interact regularly with patients, families, staff and members of primary and secondary care teams.
• Support patients and families through illness and bereavement.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, fostering internal and external communication.
• Take part in case conferences and discharge planning.
• Attend organisational meetings to stay informed of developments.
• Promote positive communication and relationships with the public.
• Other
• May be required to rotate onto nights and to different hospice departments as needed.

About us

Lindsey Lodge Hospice & Healthcare provides specialist palliative care to patients with life‑limiting conditions and supports their families and carers throughout illness and bereavement.

We aspire to be a responsive and innovative organisation, becoming a centre of excellence with service users at the heart of all that we do.

• Details
• Date posted: 08 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 5
• Salary: Depending on experience
• Contract: Bank
• Working pattern: Flexible working
• Reference number: B0226-26-0002

Person Specification

Experience – Essential

• Understanding and evidence of application of the NMC and other professional codes of conduct.
• Application of evidence to practice.
• Ability to participate in innovation, change and collaboration within current practice.

Experience – Desirable

• Minimum of two years post‑qualification experience.
• Experience working with patients with palliative needs.

Skills and Knowledge – Essential

• Ability to plan personal and professional development for self and others.
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Punctual, reliable and flexible.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Numeracy skills.
• Awareness and understanding of palliative care.

Skills and Knowledge – Desirable

• Experience in bereavement and family support.
• Management experience.
• Communication skills training.
• Clinical credibility within the sphere of palliative care.

Qualifications – Essential

• Registered Nurse.
• Degree or Diploma.

Qualifications – Desirable

• Qualified mentor/clinical supervisor.
• Palliative care qualification or working towards one.
• Teaching qualification.
• Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

• Employer Details
• Employer name: Lindsey Lodge
• Address: Burringham Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN17 2AA, United Kingdom
• Website: https://www. lindseylodgehospice. org. uk/
• Employer Contact Details
• Inpatient Unit Manager: Elaine Bradley – elaine. bradley3@nhs. net – 01724270835

We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity.

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