Specialist Nurse; Integrated Palliative Care

Vacancies Specialist Nurse (Integrated Palliative Care)

The post holder will work as part of Hospice at Home Specialist Nursing services, working within one of the Seaton, Axminster, Sidmouth (SAS) areas. The post holder will be responsible for delivering care based on the Integrated Model for Palliative and End of Life Care for All. These services are commissioned and funded by local community charities and hosted and managed by the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, as part of the Community Nursing services.

The teams provide a specialist holistic and patient‑centred palliative‑care service for all patients who are registered with a GP within their locality and diagnosed as palliative, regardless of disease or complexity, guided by the individual needs and wishes of the patient and their family/carer.

This role encompasses the assessment and advisory skills of a Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Specialist, with practical Registered Nurse “Hospice at Home” skills.

This team integrates seamlessly with the existing Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) which includes Social care providers and local primary and secondary care services.

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More detail about the role

Band 6 Integrated Palliative Care Nurse Specialist.

Are you a dedicated, experienced nurse who always strives to give the highest standard of care to your patients? Do you have a particular interest in palliative care?

We are seeking an experienced and motivated nurse to work as part of this specialist palliative end of life Community service. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a professional, specialist palliative care team, who will work alongside members of the wider multidisciplinary team of health and social care colleagues, both in the community and the acute care sectors.

This model of care integrates the available services within the community into a “one‑team” approach to provide the best possible care for all patients who are diagnosed by their GP as palliative, regardless of diagnosis or complexity, guided by the individual needs and wishes of the patient and their loved ones. This service will provide continuity of care throughout the patient’s journey, enabling people to die in their preferred place, which is often their home.

You will need to have experience in caring for palliative care patients and preferably have community nursing experience. You will have opportunities to learn and gain experience through clinical reflective practice and continued professional development.

The successful applicant will have good I.T. skills, be comfortable using digital technology, be of a flexible and adaptable personality, and willing to embrace change.

The post‑holder must hold a current driving licence and have access to appropriate transport, as the post involves predominantly working independently, maximising place‑based care.

The Band 6 Integrated Palliative Care Nurse Specialist posts available are part‑time (22.5 to 30.0 hours per week).

We welcome enquiries about this role before or during application process and strongly encourage applicants to visit.

Working Pattern: Monday to Sunday, including weekend and bank holiday working

Interview Date: 27‑01‑2026

For further information please contact:Martine Dack (Community Palliative Care and Dementia Services Nurse Manager), mobile: 07599 233518  or David Williams (Community Nurse Team Manager; Seaton, Axminster, Sidmouth) on 

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

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