Job summary At Rotherham Hospice, we believe in helping people live well to the very end. As part of our Inpatient Unit or Hospice at Home team, youll play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred, and compassionate care to people with complex and life-limiting conditions. Youll work within a multidisciplinary team, led by the Ward Sister, to provide holistic support to patients and those closest to them. This role offers the opportunity to practice specialist palliative nursing in a supportive and forward-thinking organisation. You'll manage your own caseload, support junior colleagues, and ensure the consistent delivery of expert care in line with our strategic vision, Living Lifes Wishes. Whether in the Hospice or patients homes, youll help create an environment where dignity, empathy, and comfort are at the heart of every interaction. Working at Rotherham Hospice means being part of something special. Our team is compassionate, committed, and proud to be here. Youll be valued not only for your clinical expertise, but for your emotional intelligence, team spirit, and dedication to learning. In return, we offer a positive working culture, regular supervision, opportunities for development, and the chance to make a genuine difference every day. Main duties of the job Clinical Care Deliver high-quality palliative and end-of-life care, focusing on physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual needs. Undertake holistic assessments and develop personalised care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the wider team. Provide expert symptom management under the guidance of the Ward Sister or Senior Nurse. Administer medications safely and in accordance with legal and organisational policies. Coordinate and prioritise your caseload, ensuring continuity and responsiveness of care. Escalate complex clinical issues appropriately and contribute to clinical decision-making. Team Support and Leadership Support the supervision and development of junior colleagues, students, and volunteers. Act as a positive role model and contribute to a compassionate team culture. Deputise for Senior Nurses or the Ward Sister as required, including accepting referrals and supporting handovers. Share knowledge and promote best practice within the team through mentorship and peer learning. Patient Advocacy and Family Support Build trusting, therapeutic relationships with patients and their families, supporting them through times of distress and uncertainty. Act as an advocate for patients, ensuring their preferences and dignity are always respected. Signpost families to additional support services as needed, offering information and reassurance. About us Rotherham Hospice is a charity dedicated to the people of Rotherham, offering specialist palliative and end of life care to our community since 1996. We provide comprehensive, compassionate care through two primary patient services: 24-hour, 14-bed Inpatient Service 24-hour Hospice at Home Service Additionally, we offer wider support to patients and their families through: Complementary therapies & hairdressing Counselling and Bereavement Support for adults, children and teenagers Day services with individual and group sessions Family memory events Occupation therapy and physiotherapy Social work Spiritual care Tailored experiences for patients and loved ones Date posted 22 April 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £29,696 to £36,295 a year dependent on experience (pay award pending) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number B0109-RegisteredNurse Job locations Broom Road Rotherham South Yorkshire S60 2SW Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Care Deliver high-quality palliative and end-of-life care, focusing on physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual needs. Undertake holistic assessments and develop personalised care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the wider team. Provide expert symptom management under the guidance of the Ward Sister or Senior Nurse. Administer medications safely and in accordance with legal and organisational policies. Coordinate and prioritise your caseload, ensuring continuity and responsiveness of care. Escalate complex clinical issues appropriately and contribute to clinical decision-making. Team Support and Leadership Support the supervision and development of junior colleagues, students, and volunteers. Act as a positive role model and contribute to a compassionate team culture. Deputise for Senior Nurses or the Ward Sister as required, including accepting referrals and supporting handovers. Share knowledge and promote best practice within the team through mentorship and peer learning. Patient Advocacy and Family Support Build trusting, therapeutic relationships with patients and their families, supporting them through times of distress and uncertainty. Act as an advocate for patients, ensuring their preferences and dignity are always respected. Signpost families to additional support services as needed, offering information and reassurance. Governance, Safety, and Development Participate in clinical audits, reflective practice, and quality improvement activities. Comply with all Rotherham Hospice policies, procedures, and safeguarding protocols. Report incidents, near-misses, or concerns in line with Hospice policy, and contribute to a culture of openness and learning. Contribute to service development through feedback, innovation, and change initiatives. Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Care Deliver high-quality palliative and end-of-life care, focusing on physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual needs. Undertake holistic assessments and develop personalised care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the wider team. Provide expert symptom management under the guidance of the Ward Sister or Senior Nurse. Administer medications safely and in accordance with legal and organisational policies. Coordinate and prioritise your caseload, ensuring continuity and responsiveness of care. Escalate complex clinical issues appropriately and contribute to clinical decision-making. Team Support and Leadership Support the supervision and development of junior colleagues, students, and volunteers. Act as a positive role model and contribute to a compassionate team culture. Deputise for Senior Nurses or the Ward Sister as required, including accepting referrals and supporting handovers. Share knowledge and promote best practice within the team through mentorship and peer learning. Patient Advocacy and Family Support Build trusting, therapeutic relationships with patients and their families, supporting them through times of distress and uncertainty. Act as an advocate for patients, ensuring their preferences and dignity are always respected. Signpost families to additional support services as needed, offering information and reassurance. Governance, Safety, and Development Participate in clinical audits, reflective practice, and quality improvement activities. Comply with all Rotherham Hospice policies, procedures, and safeguarding protocols. Report incidents, near-misses, or concerns in line with Hospice policy, and contribute to a culture of openness and learning. Contribute to service development through feedback, innovation, and change initiatives. Person Specification Skills and Abilities Essential Excellent clinical skills and knowledge relevant to palliative care. Able to communicate complex and sensitive information with compassion and clarity. Ability to manage a caseload with minimal supervision. Effective time management, prioritisation, and organisational skill Able to work both independently and as part of a team. Committed to continuous learning and professional development. Desirable Proficient in the use of clinical and digital systems (e.g., SystemOne, Microsoft Office). Awareness of the Gold Standards Framework and relevant national guidance. Awareness of the Gold Standards Framework and relevant national guidance Multilingual additional languages are desirable to support inclusive communication. Personal Qualities Essential Compassionate and emotionally intelligent, with a patient first approach. Calm and confident under pressure, with excellent interpersonal skills Professional, reliable, and accountable in all aspects of work. Open to learning, reflective, and committed to personal and team development. Demonstrates integrity, kindness, and respect in all interactions. Strong team player, with a flexible and adaptable approach to care delivery. Desirable Multilingual fluency. Curious and forward-thinking keen to contribute to service improvement. Confident in supporting and mentoring others. Passionate about equality, diversity, and inclusive care. Future interest in developing specialist or advanced practice in palliative care. Experience & Qualifications Essential Experience working as a Registered Nurse in a healthcare setting. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Conducting holistic care assessments and developing individualised care plans. Mentorship experience or willingness to undertake mentorship training. Desirable Previous experience in a hospice or palliative care setting. Experience mentoring students or junior staff. Experience in a leadership or coordinating role. Person Specification Skills and Abilities Essential Excellent clinical skills and knowledge relevant to palliative care. Able to communicate complex and sensitive information with compassion and clarity. Ability to manage a caseload with minimal supervision. Effective time management, prioritisation, and organisational skill Able to work both independently and as part of a team. Committed to continuous learning and professional development. Desirable Proficient in the use of clinical and digital systems (e.g., SystemOne, Microsoft Office). Awareness of the Gold Standards Framework and relevant national guidance. Awareness of the Gold Standards Framework and relevant national guidance Multilingual additional languages are desirable to support inclusive communication. Personal Qualities Essential Compassionate and emotionally intelligent, with a patient first approach. Calm and confident under pressure, with excellent interpersonal skills Professional, reliable, and accountable in all aspects of work. Open to learning, reflective, and committed to personal and team development. Demonstrates integrity, kindness, and respect in all interactions. Strong team player, with a flexible and adaptable approach to care delivery. Desirable Multilingual fluency. Curious and forward-thinking keen to contribute to service improvement. Confident in supporting and mentoring others. Passionate about equality, diversity, and inclusive care. Future interest in developing specialist or advanced practice in palliative care. Experience & Qualifications Essential Experience working as a Registered Nurse in a healthcare setting. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Conducting holistic care assessments and developing individualised care plans. Mentorship experience or willingness to undertake mentorship training. Desirable Previous experience in a hospice or palliative care setting. Experience mentoring students or junior staff. Experience in a leadership or coordinating role. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name The Rotherham Hospice Address Broom Road Rotherham South Yorkshire S60 2SW Employer's website https://www.rotherhamhospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)