Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated professional to join our Hospice Community Nurse Specialist team.

We are looking for a nurse who is passionate and understands the needs of those receiving palliative/end of life care and have a working knowledge of evidence-based practice. You must be able to practice autonomously and independently as well as be an effective member of the multi-professional team, working collaboratively with our health care professionals. You will therefore have excellent communication skills. A commitment to the progressive development of the community specialist nurse role is also essential.

Main duties of the job
What we can offer in return
6.6 weeks holiday
Contributory pension/NHS transferable
Bespoke training, development and mentoring given
Uniform provided
Healthcare discount scheme
Employee Assistance programme
Subsidised bus travel with First Bus Commuter Travel Club
Free parking onsite or nearby
Cycle to Work scheme

About us
Appointment to this post is subject to an Enhanced DBS certificate.

For an informal discussion/visit, please contact Chantal Doughty, Acting Community Nurse Team Manager on 01934 423900.

Job responsibilities
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated professional to join our Hospice Community Nurse Specialist team.

We are looking for a nurse who is passionate and understands the needs of those receiving palliative/end of life care and have a working knowledge of evidence-based practice. You must be able to practice autonomously and independently as well as be an effective member of the multi-professional team, working collaboratively with our health care professionals. You will therefore have excellent communication skills. A commitment to the progressive development of the community specialist nurse role is also essential.

What we can offer in return

• 6.6 weeks holiday
• Contributory pension/NHS transferable
• Bespoke training, development and mentoring given
• Uniform provided
• Healthcare discount scheme
• Employee Assistance programme
• Subsidised bus travel with First Bus Commuter Travel Club
• Free parking onsite or nearby
• Cycle to Work scheme

Appointment to this post is subject to an Enhanced DBS certificate.

For an informal discussion/visit, please contact Chantal Doughty, Acting Community Nurse Team Manager on 01934 423900.

Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential

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Desirable

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.