Senior Pediatric Palliative Care Nurse - Community Lead

East Lancashire Hospitals Nhs Trust

Lancashire

On-site

GBP 49,000 - 57,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Kentown Children's Palliative Care Community Specialist Nurse to provide expert care for children with palliative needs across Lancashire and South Cumbria. You will lead, develop and coordinate palliative care, offer guidance to families, and collaborate with multi-agency teams to ensure compassionate end-of-life care aligned with family wishes.

The role requires RN Child, an independent prescriber and MSc in Palliative/End of life care, with

Qualifications

RN Child registered with the NMC and current practice in paediatric care.
Independent nurse prescriber or willingness to undertake training.
Advanced communication training or equivalent.
MSc in Palliative/End-of-Life Care or relevant experience.
Degree level or evidence of working at this level.
Teaching or mentorship qualification.
Significant experience in children's palliative care.
Understanding of EHCPs.

Responsibilities

Work with children and families to offer advance care planning options.
Provide age-appropriate verbal and written information for families.
Maintain privacy and dignity for bereaved families and ensure sensitive care environments.
Develop and strengthen links with local and regional palliative care networks within the multidisciplinary team.
Support transition of care for young people into adult services.