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Senior Staff Nurse

Isabel Hospice

Welwyn Garden City, HertfordshireView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Full time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

The role is for an experienced palliative care nurse in a hospice inpatient unit. You will assess patients, create care plans and support families. You will also help supervise the daily work of the nursing team. It suits someone who likes teamwork and caring for end‑of‑life patients.

What you'll need

Registered nurse with the NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council)
Experience in palliative or hospice care
Ability to work with doctors, therapists and other staff
Good communication with patients, families and carers
Leadership skills to supervise junior staff

How to boost your chances

Highlight any hospice or end‑of‑life work on your CV
Give examples of teamwork and leading a shift in your interview
Make sure your NMC registration is current and easy to check
Research Isabel Hospice values and mention them in your cover letter
If you need flexibility, note you can work 30‑hour weeks

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Job description

We are seeking an experienced palliative care nurse to join the team at our In Patient Unit in Welwyn Garden City. This is a full time role but will consider part time - 30 hours per week. As part of the multi disciplinary team you will ensure that the individual care needs of patients are assessed and appropriate care plans developed, providing information, advice and support to patients, families and carers. As a Senior Staff Nurse you will be responsible for supervising the day to day runnin…