Senior Nurse- Woodlands Hospice Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

River Alliance of Wisconsin; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Senior Nurse specializing in palliative care to join their compassionate team. This role involves leading a dedicated nursing team, ensuring high standards of care, and fostering a supportive environment for patients in their final stages of life. The ideal candidate will be passionate about improving patient experiences and will play a vital role in a multidisciplinary team. With opportunities for professional growth and collaboration, this position is perfect for those committed to excellence in nursing care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as a Band 5 or Band 6 Registered Nurse with palliative experience.
• Dedication to ongoing professional development and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to the nursing team, promoting high standards of patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Assist in developing and implementing best practices and clinical guidelines.

Skills

Palliative Care

Communication Skills

Leadership

Team Collaboration

Education

1st Level Registered Nurse

Job description

Job Opening: Senior Nurse (Palliative Care)

We are excited to invite applications for a Senior Nurse with a background in palliative care to join our dedicated and compassionate team at The Woodlands Inpatient Unit. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality nursing care to patients and their families.

In this role, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring exceptional care and a supportive environment for patients in their final stages of life. We seek a dynamic individual passionate about improving patient experiences, with excellent communication skills, and an active contributor to colleagues' development.

Key Requirements:

• 1st Level Registered Nurse
• Minimum 2 years experience as a Band 5 or Band 6 Registered Nurse with palliative experience
• Dedication to ongoing professional development and team collaboration

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment, fostering professional growth, and collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide compassionate care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and support to the nursing team, promoting high standards of patient care
• Demonstrate a proactive, collaborative, and innovative approach in all aspects of the clinical environment
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure excellent care delivery
• Ensure patient safety and well-being by delivering exceptional patient care
• Hold the IMPaCT out-of-hours phone during weekdays and weekends to ensure continuity of care
• Assist in developing and implementing best practices and clinical guidelines

Please arrange an informal visit prior to interview.

About Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust:

The Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, and Royal Liverpool University Hospital. It is part of the NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024, aiming to improve patient care. The group employs over 16,800 colleagues, serving over 630,000 people across Merseyside, providing general, emergency, and specialized hospital services.

Our Hospitals:

• Aintree University Hospital: Adult major trauma, regional services, award-winning stroke unit
• Broadgreen Hospital: Elective surgery, diagnostics, rehabilitation
• Liverpool Women’s Hospital: Women and babies health, maternity services
• Royal Liverpool University Hospital: Largest hospital in the country with 100% single bedrooms, complex care

Job Responsibilities:

You will support the ward manager in leading and supervising high standards of compassionate care, ensuring safety and quality in patient care and staff management. You will support patient journey from admission to discharge, identify risks, and develop actions to mitigate them, ensuring effective patient throughput. Demonstrating excellent leadership, communication, and a proactive approach, you will be passionate about excellence in patient care.

This advert closes on Thursday 1 May 2025.