Hospice Nurse Specialist (HNS) or AHNS

Experience in palliative care, oncology or managing

complex long-term conditions is desirable, although we welcome nurses from all

clinical backgrounds who are keen to develop specialist skills. You will need to

work autonomously while contributing effectively as part of a multidisciplinary

team, with a commitment to person-centred specialist palliative care.

Hospice Nurse Specialistworks as an autonomous practitioner, managing a specialist caseload and

providing advanced holistic assessment, symptom management (physical,

psychological, emotional, spiritual), prescribing and care planning. The role

acts as a key resource for patients, carers and healthcare professionals,

supporting coordinated care, preventing avoidable hospital admissions and

promoting patient choice, dignity and quality of life.

high-quality specialist palliative and end of life care to patients and those

important to them across Wigan Borough. Working under the guidance and support

of a Hospice Nurse Specialist, the post holder undertakes holistic assessment,

care planning and ongoing review for a delegated caseload of patients with

palliative and end of life care needs.

Working Pattern - This is a 37-hour-per-week role, worked Monday to Sunday from 8:30am to 4:30pm. The successful candidate will therefore need to be flexible and available to work 10 weekends per year (Saturday and Sunday), including bank holidays where required, in line with an agreed rota.

At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to our people. We know that when our staff feel valued, supported and empowered, they can provide the highest standard of care to the patients and families who rely on us.

As part of our team, you'll benefit from a rewarding working environment and a comprehensive package designed to support your wellbeing, financial security and professional development, including:

If you are an existing member of the NHS Pension Scheme, your membership may be transferable to this post, provided pension contributions have been made within the previous 12 months.

Please note: This role is not eligible for sponsorship

under the Skilled Worker route of the UKs points-based immigration system.

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK and will be required

to provide evidence of this before taking up the post.Successful

appointments will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service

Check (DBS) check.

Skill / Ability

Experience

Desirable: - Experience working in a community setting; - Experience of delivering formal education sessions

Qualifications

Desirable: - Mentorship or coaching qualification

Attributes