Palliative Care Nurse - Peterborough

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  • Peterborough
  • £38,682-46,580 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
***Please note we are only able to accept applications from those with a live NMC registration or UK nursing students awaiting their PIN as we are unable to support OSCE at this time***This is an exciting opportunity to join the Specialist Palliative Care and enhance Palliative care skills experience and expertise within the Specialist Palliative Care fieldDelivering high quality palliative care to patients within the Community setting and with the potential to rotate into the Acute Hospital setting across North Cambridgeshire.You will have knowledge of symptom control for patients with end of life malignant or non-malignant care needs and be able to assess the holistic palliative care needs of a Patient and their familyThe job will involve the education and training of other health professionals regarding end of life and specialist palliative care across North West Anglia NHS Trust and the local community.In supporting a seven day specialist palliative care service the Trust region and the local community, the successful candidates will need to work weekends and Bank Holidays pro rata.The role offers an opportunity to develop specialist palliative care knowledge and experience across the hospital and community provision in the region.This role is community based initially,and candidates will be required to travel between to Community based patients and will therefore need to hold a current car or motorcycle licence and have access to a vehicle.Main duties of the jobTo deliver high quality holistic palliative care interventions to patients with complex palliative care needs, their families and support care teams.To demonstrate nurse leadership in action, role modelling Trust values whilst delivering patient focused care.To deliver teaching formally and informally to patients, carers and colleagues.To engage with service improvement tools, including audit to support service innovation and audit.Developing Skill and expertise and delivering plans of care delegated by the Specialist MDT.About usWe are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.DetailsDate posted26 August 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number176-F-7370532Job locationsPeterborough City HospitalPeterboroughPE3 9GZJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesBe an accountable professional acting in the best interests of people, putting them first and providing complex clinical care that is evidence-based, person-centred, safe and compassionate. Delivering care planned and delegated by the Specialist Multidisciplinary team.Use existing knowledge and expertise and enhanced levels of clinical judgement to undertake complex and holistic assessments within the scope and level of practice expected of a Palliative Nurse.Act within the scope of practice and expertise to plan, deliver, monitor and evaluate care using clinical assessments, diagnostics, and interventions.Act as a resource within their own organisation and for external agencies.Develop, deliver and evaluate education and training opportunities for others within own scope of practice.Communicate effectively in challenging environments and situations with patients, their families/carers and the multi-disciplinary team.Encourage and engage with innovative clinical practice to support a culture of excellence within the wider health and care team.Manage unpredictable and unplanned clinical situations with support from senior MDT colleagues.Participate in resource management, service development, planning and service improvement.Develop and appraise staff and learners in line with expected level of competence.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesBe an accountable professional acting in the best interests of people, putting them first and providing complex clinical care that is evidence-based, person-centred, safe and compassionate. Delivering care planned and delegated by the Specialist Multidisciplinary team.Use existing knowledge and expertise and enhanced levels of clinical judgement to undertake complex and holistic assessments within the scope and level of practice expected of a Palliative Nurse.Act within the scope of practice and expertise to plan, deliver, monitor and evaluate care using clinical assessments, diagnostics, and interventions.Act as a resource within their own organisation and for external agencies.Develop, deliver and evaluate education and training opportunities for others within own scope of practice.Communicate effectively in challenging environments and situations with patients, their families/carers and the multi-disciplinary team.Encourage and engage with innovative clinical practice to support a culture of excellence within the wider health and care team.Manage unpredictable and unplanned clinical situations with support from senior MDT colleagues.Participate in resource management, service development, planning and service improvement.Develop and appraise staff and learners in line with expected level of competence.Person SpecificationEducation & QualificationsEssential
  • Specialist module in palliative field, or working toward, or willing to achieve within agreed fixed time period.
  • NMC or HCPC Registered Professional
Desirable
  • Advanced Communication Skills
  • Independent Nurse Prescribing
  • Masters level qualification or unit in specialist field
ExperienceEssential
  • Can demonstrate nurse leadership through extended roles
  • Multi-disciplinary Team working
Desirable
  • Up to date evidence of 4 Pillars of Practice
  • Managing people
KnowledgeEssential
  • Holistic Palliative Assessment
  • Legislation including knowledge of Mental Capacity and Care Act
Desirable
  • Specialist palliative care symptom control and ability to identify palliative emergencies
  • Up to date knowledge of palliative care guidance and best practice local and national initiatives
  • Ethical dilemmas and how to approach them
Person SpecificationEducation & QualificationsEssential
  • Specialist module in palliative field, or working toward, or willing to achieve within agreed fixed time period.
  • NMC or HCPC Registered Professional
Desirable
  • Advanced Communication Skills
  • Independent Nurse Prescribing
  • Masters level qualification or unit in specialist field
ExperienceEssential
  • Can demonstrate nurse leadership through extended roles
  • Multi-disciplinary Team working
Desirable
  • Up to date evidence of 4 Pillars of Practice
  • Managing people
KnowledgeEssential
  • Holistic Palliative Assessment
  • Legislation including knowledge of Mental Capacity and Care Act
Desirable
  • Specialist palliative care symptom control and ability to identify palliative emergencies
  • Up to date knowledge of palliative care guidance and best practice local and national initiatives
  • Ethical dilemmas and how to approach them

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