Could you be Tŷ Hafan’s new Paediatric Critical Care Liaison Nurse?
We are looking for an exceptional and experienced nurse to support us in delivering a test & learn project to strengthen care pathways between the Paediatric Critical Care Unit (PCCU) at Noah's Ark Hospital and Tŷ Hafan, and the wider paediatric palliative care team; ensuring families get timely access to hospice and palliative care support if needed. The role will support colleagues on the busy PCCU as they help families navigate the uncertainty and distress of having a very sick child.
About us
Tŷ Hafan's ambition is that when a child's life will be short, no family should have to live it on their own. Sadly, we know that thousands of families in Wales are struggling alone through fear, exhaustion and uncertainty that comes with caring for a child whose life will be short. We believe that no family should have to live this on their own and we are determined to walk alongside every family through life, death and beyond.
At Tŷ Hafan we are experts at caring for children with life-shortening conditions and our services support families in our hospice, in community settings, local hospitals and in families' homes. We understand that needs of each child and their family are unique and we know that caring for a child with life-shortening condition is often extremely demanding. Our aim is to make sure that no one is doing this alone. Our colleagues, volunteers and supporter are crucial in the delivery of our ambition - we know that everyone plays a huge part in making sure that no family faces their child's short life alone.
Our Vision: A Wales where every child with life-shortening conditions lives a fulfilling life, supported with the compassion and specialist care and their family need.
Our Purpose: No family should have to face the unimaginable loss of their child alone. With children and families at the heart of all we do, we provide free care and support in our hospice and in community, offering a lifeline through out the child's short life, at end of life, through bereavement and beyond.
Our Values: At Tŷ Hafan we make a difference by living our values which are Demonstrating Compassion, Providing Excellent Service, Working Together and Taking Ownership.
About the role
If you have the passion and drive to make a difference to families facing into the worst times of their lives; experience of hospice care, specialist paediatric palliative care and of working on a busy intensive care or high dependency unit then you could be the person we are looking for.
The post is initially a 2 year fixed term contract with continuation beyond this dependant on the impact of the role and securing funds. The role will mainly be based at the Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospital for Wales with regular interface with the Tŷ Hafan hospice team in Sully. There may also be the need to provide support in other hospital units across our catchment area. The role is full time and will be primarily Monday to Friday but a degree of flexibility to meet family needs will be required and there will also be some out of hours on call duties.
Our enhanced benefits package includes:
If you are interested in an exciting new career challenge and share our aim of providing specialist and compassionate palliative care to children, then Tŷ Hafan could be the place for you. We would love to hear from you.
For further information please see the full job description and job specification, or email Careers@tyhafan.org. Additionally, you are welcome to contact Helen Bennett, Head of Nursing at helen.bennett@tyhafan.org for an informal and confidential chat or to arrange a visit to the hospice.
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Additional Information
Successful applicants must be UK residents and we do not offer sponsorships at this time. You will be subject to the outcome of an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and baring service) check and two satisfactory references.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your CV / application as early as possible.
Tŷ Hafan is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.