Senior Staff Nurse

Working to support the Matron and In-Patient Unit Manager within our In-Patient Unit, you will be responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care.

You will also demonstrate and develop a high-quality nursing care through evidence-based practice whilst supporting other team members., The successful candidate will act as a specialist resource within a multidisciplinary team, with managerial, educative and quality assurance responsibilities.

Teamwork and communication skills are a key part of this post.

As an employee, you will be offered a range of benefits, including 27 days holiday (pro rata for part time staff), access to our Employee Assistance Programme, high-quality, low-cost meals at our Dalton site and complementary therapies. NHS Pensions are also transferable for those already contributing.

The Kirkwood provide specialist care, free of charge, to adults in Kirklees with advanced, progressive illnesses at any time from diagnosis to the end of life, respecting their individual needs and wishes. Care and support are also provided for their family members, friends, and carers, both during the illness and after death. Through education, training, and partnership with others, we improve care for everyone affected by a life limiting illness.