Palliative Care Deputy Unit Lead

NHS; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Deputy Unit Lead for their specialist palliative care team in Bromsgrove, England. The ideal candidate will support nursing staff, manage patient care, and ensure a high standard of supervision within a caring environment. Responsibilities include facilitating communication during challenging situations and encouraging professional development among staff. This full-time position embraces teamwork and flexibility, aiming to provide exceptional support to patients and their families during critical times.

Benefits

27 days leave plus bank holidays

Generous NHS pension

Flexible working options

Health and wellbeing opportunities

Qualifications

• Understanding evidence-based nursing and clinical governance.
• Knowledge of advance care planning and symptom management.
• Experience in management of teams and clinical supervision.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursing team clinically and supervise.
• Provide care and symptom control to patients.
• Promote comfort and wellbeing of patients.

Skills

Advanced communication skills

Compassion and empathy skills

Ability to work without supervision

Team player

Basic IT skills

Education

Registered Nurse (RN1)

Degree / Diploma

Management and Leadership qualification

Job description

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Deputy Unit Lead for their specialist palliative care team in Bromsgrove, England. The ideal candidate will support nursing staff, manage patient care, and ensure a high standard of supervision within a caring environment. Responsibilities include facilitating communication during challenging situations and encouraging professional development among staff. This full-time position embraces teamwork and flexibility, aiming to provide exceptional support to patients and their families during critical times.