NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group

About the Company

NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) consists of Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Liverpool Women's Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. We operate from four hospital sites: Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool Women’s Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital, alongside a host of community services. We are one of the largest employers in region, with over 16,800 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services that extend to more than two million people in the North West. Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside, and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to several elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women’s Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK’s largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single en-suite bedrooms and mainly focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.

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Company Name

NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group

Job Title

Clinical Nurse Specialist - Palliative Care

Job Description

**Job Title:** Clinical Nurse Specialist – Palliative Care **Role Summary:** Provide expert, evidence‑based nursing care and education in palliative and end‑of‑life settings across a 24/7 service. Lead symptom management, advance care planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration to improve quality of life for patients and families. **Expectations:** - Deliver specialist clinical advice in line with NICE and national guidance. - Educate staff on palliative care fundamentals and advanced communication skills. - Participate in audit, research, and quality improvement initiatives. - Commit to a 7‑day rota covering 09:00‑17:00 shifts (variable hours: 30–37.5 h). **Key Responsibilities:** 1. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient‑centered, evidence‑based nursing care for those with life‑limiting illness. 2. Provide expert symptom‑control assessment and psychological support to patients and significant others. 3. Deliver and develop teaching on Advance Care Planning, Personalised Care Plans, and Advanced Communication Training for the workforce. 4. Collaborate with the Integrated Mersey Palliative Care Team (IMPaCT) to advance service quality and incorporate national guidelines (NHS Cancer Plan, End‑of‑Life Care Strategy, NICE). 5. Participate in local, regional, and national audits; contribute to data collection and analysis. 6. Facilitate strategy and quality improvement projects, including service development, staffing, and workflow optimisation. **Required Skills:** - Strong clinical leadership and decision‑making. - In-depth knowledge of palliative care principles and NICE guidelines. - Proficiency in multidisciplinary teamwork and collaborative practice. - Excellent communication, teaching, and mentoring abilities. - Analytical skills for audit participation and evidence‑based practice improvements. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Registered Nurse with current UK registration. - Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Nursing (preferred). - Specialized NHS accreditation or recognised qualification in Palliative Care. - Prior experience as a Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Specialist or equivalent advisory role highly desirable.

Liverpool, United kingdom

On site

27-01-2026