Palliative Care Specialist Role

1 month ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom NHS Full time
About the Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled Palliative Care Specialist to join our team at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. This is a part-time position, working 2 days per week with flexible hours.

Job Description
  • Deliver expert nursing services in palliative care, managing patient caseloads and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Establish clear lines of communication within palliative care to ensure cohesive management of patients.
  • Link with other healthcare providers to facilitate seamless care transitions.
Main Responsibilities:
  1. To provide high-quality, patient-focused care as a clinical nurse specialist within the palliative care team.
  2. To work autonomously in managing patient caseloads, providing symptom management and holistic support.
  3. To be an independent non-medical prescriber, adhering to a clear scope of practice for prescribing in palliative care.
  4. To contribute to the development of evidence-based clinical nursing practice, aligned with current research and guidelines.
About Us

Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching trusts. Our vision is to be bold, brilliant people delivering outstanding care, leaders in research, innovation, and education. We aim to take Team Kings to another level by being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability.

We are committed to delivering sustainable healthcare for all through our Green Plan, aiming to achieve net-zero carbon targets by 2040 and 2045 respectively. Everyone's contribution is essential in meeting these goals, and we encourage staff to work responsibly, minimizing their impact on the environment.

What You'll Need
  • Significant post-registration experience in palliative care, ideally 2 years or more working autonomously.
  • Ability to make complex assessments, providing comprehensive management plans for patients and their families.
  • Computer literacy, including proficiency in word processing and interacting with various IT systems.
Salary Information

The annual salary for this role is £54,320 - £60,981, including HCA, paid pro rata based on the number of hours worked.



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