Clinical In-Reach PractitionerNHS

Job summary

UK driving licence and own transport essential as this role will require occasional travel across the region and community

Become a part of our story.

Our work matters because life matters, until the very end. For over 70 years, our specialist team has been working towards giving everyone the palliative and end-of-life care they deserve. And we're looking for Clinical In-Reach Practitioner to help us get there.

Youll be responsible for

Support earlier identification of patients approaching the end of life or having complex palliative care needs

Responsible for actively supporting and facilitating the identification of palliative and end of life care service users for admission into hospice services

Facilitate timely transfer of appropriate patients from acute hospital to hospice

Help release hospital capacity for patients requiring acute medical care

Reduce delays in hospital discharges

Improve patient experience aligned with the patients wishes

Promote the completion of Advance Care Plans and the appropriate use of them

Strengthen relationships between the hospice, acute hospital and community teams

Provide better opportunities to work with System Partners and Neighbourhood Teams

Main duties of the job

The ideal candidate would be

Were looking for ambitious people who are motivated by making a real difference. If youre keen to learn, grow and develop while helping us ensure everyone gets the support they deserve, youll fit right in.

Previous experience in Hospice and or Hospice at Home experience

Strong Leadership skills with the ability to quickly respond to problems, including identifying and implementing solutions

Ability to confidently participate in and contribute to internal and external multidisciplinary meetings, communicating effectively with a range of professionals and ensuring relevant information is shared to support collaborative decision making

Confidently able to provide teaching and mentorship in a clinical setting

Job description

What we can offer you...

The work we do matters, and so do the people who make it possible. Alongside the satisfaction of making a real difference to people facing death and grief, you'll benefit from a supportive culture, opportunities to develop, and a range of employee benefits that recognise the valuable contribution you make.

Benefits

Enhanced pay for unsociable hours

Company pension scheme

Continuation of NHS pension - terms and conditions apply

27 days holiday rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays

NHS annual leave honoured - terms and conditions apply

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Enhanced sick pay

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Healthcare Cash plan, to claim back costs of routine healthcare

Death in Service benefit

Staff discount on new goods online at shop.sueryder.org

Structured induction programme and learning and development opportunities.

About us

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

At Sue Ryder, we believe a diverse workforce helps us provide the best care and support. Were committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and to eliminating unlawful discrimination.

We welcome applications from people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, those from lower socio-economic backgrounds, and people living with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we support the Offer an Interview scheme for disabled applicants who best meet the minimum essential criteria. We also use inclusive recruitment practices, including sharing interview themes or questions in advance, remote interviews and other accessibility support.

If you need support with your application or interview, please contact [email protected].

Once in post, youll have access to staff and volunteer networks and an Inclusion Passport to record and carry workplace adjustments.

Join us in creating a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and able to thrive.