Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Specialist
| Posting date: | 11 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £47,810.00 to £54,710.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £47810.00 - £54710.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 August 2025 |
| Location: | Bedford, MK42 9DJ |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9418-25-0976 |
Summary
The post holder will practice advanced clinical skills in consultation with the Consultant in Palliative Medicine where appropriate. This includes, but is not limited to: Conducting assessment and providing advice regarding pain and symptom control Offering guidance on the titration of drug dosages Leading nurse-led consultations with patients and their carers as part of their own caseload Providing advice, support, education, and counselling to patients, their relatives, and carers, both in person and via telephone Liaising with community nurses, practice nurses, and GPs regarding the management of patients in the community, including the monitoring of appropriate medication Collaborating with and referring to the multidisciplinary team, and attending or initiating case conferences as required Offering emotional support and clinical advice during distressing circumstances, such as breaking the news of a terminal illness or providing support through bereavement