Senior Paediatric Palliative Care Nurse (Band 7)

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS provider in Birmingham is seeking a passionate nurse to join the Children's Specialist Palliative Care Team. The successful applicant will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, focusing on providing high-quality palliative care to children and families. Responsibilities include symptom management, education, and research/audit participation. Competitive salary and flexible working arrangements are offered. Ideal candidates will hold specific nursing qualifications and possess strong communication and clinical skills.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in Paediatric Palliative care.
• Significant experience of symptom management related to end of life care.
• Experience in teaching, both clinical and formal.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate optimal quality of life for children and families with life limiting conditions.
• Provide specialist palliative care nursing interventions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for care planning.

Skills

Advanced communication skills

Clinical skills in palliative care

IT competency

Ability to manage own caseload

Knowledge of research and audit principles

Education

First Level Registered Nurse

Degree in children's nursing / children's palliative care

Evidence of continued education

Independent supplementary prescriber qualification

Job description

A leading NHS provider in Birmingham is seeking a passionate nurse to join the Children's Specialist Palliative Care Team. The successful applicant will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, focusing on providing high-quality palliative care to children and families. Responsibilities include symptom management, education, and research/audit participation. Competitive salary and flexible working arrangements are offered. Ideal candidates will hold specific nursing qualifications and possess strong communication and clinical skills.