Registered Nurse FTC

Do you want the time support and environment to deliver truly compassionate palliative and end of life care

Join Our Outstanding IPU Team

This role is fixed term for 12 months and is directly linked to funding raised through the Save a Precious Bed appeal. Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of our supporters we have secured funding to keep additional inpatient bed capacity open during this period ensuring patients continue to receive safe high-quality care when they need it most.

To support this we are recruiting compassionate and skilled Registered Nurses to join our Inpatient Unit on a time-limited basis. While the post is initially offered for 12 months there may be potential for extension depending on future funding and organisational circumstances.

We are committed to being open and transparent about the nature of this role. Throughout the contract the post holder will be fully supported embedded within the team and kept informed as circumstances evolve.

About the role

Hours: Part-time or full time worked on a rota basis provided 8 weeks in advance. Day shift: 07:00-19:30. Night shift: 19:00-07:30. We may be able to offer shorter day shifts for further flexibility.

As this is a 24-hour inpatient service the role requires flexibility to work a fair rotation of both day and night shifts to support safe staffing and equitable rotas for the whole team.

As a Registered Nurse within our Inpatient Unit you will provide high-quality specialist palliative and end of life care to patients and those important to them. Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team you will deliver holistic person-centred care that prioritises comfort dignity and quality of life.

You will assess and respond to complex clinical needs support patients and families through challenging and emotional times and contribute to a calm and therapeutic ward environment. The role also offers opportunities to take on shift leadership responsibilities support junior colleagues and contribute to the ongoing development of inpatient services.

Why Join Us

At Ashgate Hospice our values of Care Compassion Respect Teamwork and Inclusivity guide everything we do. Every day we support patients and those important to them through some of lifes most challenging moments ensuring care is delivered with dignity kindness and professionalism.

You will join a supportive multidisciplinary team where you can focus on truly person-centred care without many of the pressures often found in acute hospital settings. Your skills and experience will be valued and you will have the time and support to deliver meaningful specialist care that makes a real difference.

What we offer:

• Time to care: Deliver personalised patient-centred care in a calm and supportive inpatient environment.
• Supportive team culture: Work as part of a collaborative compassionate multidisciplinary team that values your contribution.
• Professional development: Access ongoing learning mentorship and specialist palliative care experience.
• Worklife balance: Flexible shift patterns and a strong commitment to staff wellbeing.
• Values-led organisation: Be part of a hospice where community fundraising is directly supporting expanded inpatient capacity.

What Youll Be Doing:

In this role you will play a key part in supporting the safe and consistent delivery of inpatient care helping to ensure that patients and families continue to access specialist palliative and end of life support when they need it most. You will deliver high-quality compassionate nursing care assessing and responding to complex needs while prioritising comfort dignity and quality of life.

Working closely with the multidisciplinary team you will contribute to shared clinical decision-making and continuity of care across the patient journey. You will also support the day-to-day running of the inpatient unit taking on shift leadership responsibilities when required and providing guidance and support to junior colleagues within a positive and collaborative team environment.

This may include supporting patients and families through symptom escalation advance care planning or end-of-life decision-making ensuring care is responsive sensitive and individualised.

For full details of the role and responsibilities please refer to the attached Job Description or contact Karen Walker Ward Leader on for an informal discussion.

What youll bring:

To succeed in this role you will be a Registered Nurse (RGN) with a valid NMC registration and experience of delivering compassionate high-quality care as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will bring strong communication organisational and teamwork skills along with the confidence to work sensitively with patients families and colleagues in emotionally complex situations.

A genuine passion for palliative and end of life care is essential alongside a commitment to providing holistic person-centred support that respects dignity choice and comfort. You will also be motivated to continue developing your skills and knowledge and we will support your learning through mentorship training and professional development opportunities.

Desirable experience qualifications include:

• Experience in palliative care oncology or a hospice setting
• A post-registration qualification in palliative care or mentorship
• Familiarity with electronic patient record systems such as SystmOne

About Ashgate:

Ashgate Hospice based in North Derbyshire offers free palliative and end of life care for adults with life-limiting or incurable illnesses including cancer neurological diseases and advanced heart kidney and lung conditions. Last year we cared for over 2400 people.

Our aim is to support our patients by keeping them informed managing their symptoms and improving their quality of life from diagnosis onwards. We also provide vital support to the people who are important to them offering practical assistance and emotional support including bereavement services.

We are more than a care provider. Were a campaigner for sustainable end of life care funding in the UK and we continually invest in our services and workforce.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do:

• We are compassionate.
• We are a team.
• We are respectful open and inclusive.

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

Benefits of joining us

At Ashgate we take care of the people who take care of others. Our benefits include:

Generous holiday entitlement with the option to increase this through our Annual Buy and Sell Leave Scheme.

• Flexible working options including job-sharing
• Cycle to Work scheme and Tech Benefit scheme to help spread the cost of your next bike or gadget.
• A Health Cash Plan giving you money back on treatments like physiotherapy dental care and eye tests.
• A confidential Employee Assistance Programme offering free 24/7 support when you need it.
• Pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution helping you save for the future.
• A life assurance scheme giving peace of mind for you and those important to you up to age 65.
• A commitment to your personal and professional development with training opportunities to help you grow.
• Free on-site parking whenever youre working at the hospice.
• Discounted onsite café at our Old Brampton site available to all staff
• A wide range of wellbeing initiatives and time out to practice self-care

Ready to make a difference

If you want to use your nursing skills where they truly matter we would love to hear from you.

To learn more about the role please contact Karen Walker Ward Leader ator email . You are also welcome to arrange a visit to the hospice to see what it would be like to work with us.

Applications must be submitted via the Apply Now button on our website. Applications sent directly to People Services or the recruiting manager will not be accepted.

Please note: This role does not meet the criteria for Tier 2 visa sponsorship under UK immigration rules and we are therefore unable to support applications from candidates who require this sponsorship to work in the UK.

Additional information:

• If successful you will be required to complete a DBS check as part of our pre-employment process.
• As a healthcare provider we prioritise the safety of our patients staff and visitors. We encourage and recommend all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive the flu jab unless there is a compelling reason not to.
• If you need any support with the recruitment process our People Services team at or call.

Additional support for candidates

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive fair and accessible:

• Reasonable adjustments: We welcome requests for reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process for individuals with disabilities neurodiverse conditions or long-term health needs.
• Disability Confident commitment: We guarantee to shortlist any disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role.
• Interview preparation: To support preparation all shortlisted candidates will receive interview questions in advance.

Accessibility resources:

If you need assistance completing your online application you can contact the Disability Employment Service / Youth Employment Service via .

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You may also access support through the Access to Work scheme - a government initiative designed to help you start or remain in work if you have a health condition or disability. This includes support for the recruitment process. Learn more on the Access to Work webpage

For further guidance or information these resources may also be helpful:

• Looking for work if you are disabled
• Reed in Partnership Chesterfield Office: Call 0
• Disability Employment Service Derbyshire County Council
• If you have any questions about adjustments or the recruitment process please contact our People Services team at or call.

For more information about us please visit our website here.