Palliative Care Nurse (Band 5) – Lead & Mentor

Garden House Hospice Care; Letchworth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Garden House Hospice Care is seeking Registered Nurses to provide a high standard of patient-centred care for people with life-limiting illness and to support their families.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, using advanced nursing skills with strong communication and organizational abilities. The role includes training and development, flexible shifts, and a commitment to compassionate end-of-life care.

Qualifications

• Current NMC Registration
• RN educated to Diploma or Degree level
• Mentorship qualification/ Practice Assessor
• Evidence of recent professional updating and relevant personal development

Responsibilities

• Provide a high standard of personalised and patient centred care from admission through discharge or death.
• Assist in management and organisation of the nursing service including teaching junior staff and students.
• Mentor, support and teach students on placement in the Hospice.
• Maintain dignity, safety and confidentiality of all patients and ensure high standards of care.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team and external agencies to ensure coordinated care.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Patient care

Education

RN Diploma/Degree

Job description

Garden House Hospice Care is seeking Registered Nurses to provide a high standard of patient-centred care for people with life-limiting illness and to support their families.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, using advanced nursing skills with strong communication and organizational abilities. The role includes training and development, flexible shifts, and a commitment to compassionate end-of-life care.