Job Description

Details of the role:

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Location:

St David's Hospice, Holyhead (Inpatients. IPU)

Hours:

37.5 hours per week. To include weekend, day, and night shifts.

Salary:

27,055 - 32,934 per annum, depending on experience

Reportable to:

Director of Care/Matron / Sister

Contract:

Temporary.

9 Months Fixed Term Maternity Cover

Job reference:

2025-006

Closing date:

Thursday 8th May 2025, 1pm.


St David's Hospice is a local charity providing specialist care for adults with life-limiting illnesses or in need of end-of-life care, as well as support for their families. Each year, we impact the lives of over 1,000 people across Conwy, Gwynedd, and Anglesey.


Our services include 24/7 care, Day Therapy Centres offering patient care and bereavement support, and Inpatient Units in Llandudno and Holyhead providing symptom control, respite, and end-of-life care.


People are at the heart of everything we do, with integrity and care shaping our culture.

Description:

As part of a multidisciplinary team the post holder will have responsibility for assessment of care needs and the development of programmes of care, and / or the implementation and evaluation of these programmes ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to patients. In the absence of the Inpatient Unit Sister the post holder will provide cover to ensure effective operation of the ward. They will be expected to supervise junior staff and be able to participate in the teaching of qualified and unqualified staff including students from various disciplines. This is a rotational role working across both IPU sites.

We are looking for someone who will:

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Provide high quality nursing care Ensure patients, relatives and carers are involved in the planning & delivery of care Have excellent team working skills, whilst also having the ability to work independently Be a great listener and have effective communication and interpersonal skills Develop and maintain knowledge and skills relevant to the role Always maintain patient confidentiality Someone who wants to go the extra mile for our patients.

To do the role you'll need:

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First Level Registered Nurse - RGN Experience within relevant clinical area Evidence of further education, or willingness to undertake relevant Diploma / Degree level education in Palliative Care; attainment of Diploma in Palliative Care is desirable in maintaining this role Time management skills IT literate or working towards Empathy for the Hospice, and alignment with the charity's values.

What you'll get in return:

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Job satisfaction and value in making a difference to the local community Be part of a friendly and collaborative team Free on-site parking 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, with annual leave purchasing available. Discounts from charity partners Wisdom (Health Assured) membership covering you and your spouse or partner Training and education opportunities Opportunity to be involved in fundraising for the charity.

If you believe you're suited for this role, we'd love to hear from you - please apply!