Deliver a comprehensive, high quality evidenced based palliative care nursing service to a delegated caseload of patients within Powys, in collaboration with the Multi-disciplinary Teams across Primary, Community and Secondary Care along integrated pathways of care.
Play a role in the provision of training and development to Powys Teaching Health Board (PTHB) staff and partners within the Community Resource Team on palliative care.
Provide professional advice to nurses within the team.
Responsible and accountable for a delegated identified caseload, under the supervision of the Clinical Nurse Specialist, proactively promoting a person-centred approach, working with the patient / carer and the MDT team to reduce unplanned hospital admissions and co-ordinate care across all settings of the care pathway.
Promote and ensure through ongoing review that all patients are treated in line with the principle of dignity and respect and that this is embedded within the team.
Develop and maintain effective communication networks with other professionals.
Responsible for the accurate recording, timely collection, completion and submission of relevant information.
Provide specialist expert clinical leadership in the field of palliative care to inspire colleagues to improve standards and practice e.g. Palliative care MDTs and case conferences.
Attend and participate in team meetings. Working with other Clinical Nurse Specialists and MDTs to ensure that all patients who have specialist palliative care needs are supported appropriately.
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ . There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
