Staff Nurse Band 5 in Prescot

To develop specialist knowledge to provide advice and counselling skills to patients and carers on the holistic needs which arise with terminal illness. To ensure the needs of the bereaved are fully met by the most appropriate individual or external agencies if required.

To participate in areas of nursing research and be able to apply the findings of pertinent research and nursing practice to the workplace. To adhere to and ensure that the requirements are achieved. To demonstrate organisational/time management skills relevant to the position.

To be able to recognise and respond to stress and anxiety in self, colleagues and volunteers. To deal promptly and sensitively with complaints, resolving where possible, and referring to the Senior Nurse in charge. To liaise with all external organisations as appropriate in undertaking care management of patients.

To have knowledge of current Fire and Health and Safety Policies and ensure they are practiced correctly. To be actively involved with staff meetings, working parties and liaison with voluntary and multi-professional services as required. To participate in discussions during multi-professional ward meetings presenting patients as appropriate.

To be involved and have knowledge of audit and continuous quality improvement. To ensure that all Hospice supplies are used effectively and economically at all times. To maintain a personal commitment to the expansion and development of professional skills and knowledge in line with NMC requirements and those developments related to annual individual performance review, taking ownership for own development needs.

Understand and comply with the policies and practices of the organisation. The post holder will observe the organisations No Smoking policy. You are required on an annual basis to attend and comply with the mandatory training requirements, plus any other training as deemed appropriate. Maintain confidentiality in respect of all information.

To be an effective representative of Willowbrook Hospice and to act at all times in a professional manner, promoting a positive company image. Undertake any other duties which commensurate with the post at the request of the IPU Manager or other Willowbrook Hospice Manager. This is an outline of the post holders duties and responsibilities. It is not intended as an exhaustive list and may change from time to time in order to meet the changing needs of Willowbrook Hospice.

It is the responsibility of all employees to support Willowbrook's vision of promoting a positive approach to diversity and equality of opportunity, to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage in service delivery and employment, and to manage, support or comply through the implementation of Equality & Diversity Strategies and Policies. It is the responsibility of all employees to work with managers to achieve a healthy and safe environment, and to take reasonable care of themselves and others.

The post holder must safeguard the welfare of patients, visitors, staff and volunteers in accordance with Health & Safety regulations under the Health & Safety At Work Act 1974. The prevention and control of infection is the responsibility of everyone who is employed by Willowbrook Hospice. Employees must be aware of infection control policies, procedures and the importance of protecting themselves and others in maintaining a clean and healthy environment.

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and is covered by the Exceptions Order of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.