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Palliative Care Nurse – Inpatient Unit (IPU) & Community
Location: Colchester
Contract: Ad-Hoc

Are you a compassionate and skilled nurse with strong experience in palliative care? We are seeking an experienced Palliative Care Nurse to join a dedicated team in Colchester, supporting both the Inpatient Unit (IPU) and community services on an ad-hoc basis.

This is a flexible role with shifts available on nights, weekdays, and weekends. You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference across a range of settings, delivering high-quality care to patients with complex needs.

What You’ll Do:

Provide expert, person-centred palliative care in both the Inpatient Unit and in the community

Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support patients and families

Manage complex symptoms and deliver emotional and practical support at end-of-life

Uphold the principles of dignity, compassion, and respect in every aspect of care

Assist with care planning and adapt support to meet individual needs

About You:

Registered Nurse (NMC) with strong palliative care skills, knowledge, and experience

Confident in delivering complex symptom management and end-of-life care

Able to work flexibly across different care settings on an ad-hoc basis

A car driver with access to your own vehicle (essential for community work)

Empathetic, resilient, and passionate about delivering the highest standard of care

Comfortable working both independently and as part of a supportive team

If you're ready to bring comfort, dignity, and exceptional care to those who need it most, we’d love to hear from you