Palliative Care Specialist Nurse Associate Role

1 day ago


Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia Queenscourt Hospice Full time
Job Description

Palliative care nurse specialists play a crucial role in providing holistic support to individuals with complex specialist palliative care needs. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and compassionate professional to join our team as a Palliative Care Nurse Associate (PCNA) or Palliative Care Nurse Specialist (PCNS).

About Us

Queenscourt Hospice is an independent charity that provides free, specialist palliative care for the people of Southport, Formby, and West Lancashire. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality patient-centered care, helping individuals achieve the best possible quality of life.

Role Summary

The PCNA or PCNS will be responsible for delivering specialist palliative care advice to staff, patients, and carers. This will involve assessing patients' needs, providing education on pain and symptom control, and utilizing effective communication skills to facilitate end-of-life care.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assessing patients' needs and developing personalized care plans
  • Providing education on pain and symptom management
  • Collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient care
  • Communicating effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A first-level nursing qualification (e.g., RGN, RMN, RNLD)
  • Post-registration experience in palliative care or a related field
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • A commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centered care
What We Offer

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • An annual salary range of £37,666 - £53,126 (dependent on experience)
  • A 28-day annual leave entitlement, rising to 29 and 30 days at respective 5 and 10-year anniversaries
  • NHS service recognition for holidays, sickness, and salary
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities


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