Community Healthcare Sligo Leitrim is a leading provider of specialist palliative care services, offering compassionate, person-centered care for patients with life-limiting illnesses across Sligo, Leitrim, South Donegal, and West Cavan. We are seeking a dedicated Staff Nurse specializing in Hospice Palliative Care to join our expert healthcare team in Sligo.
About the Role
We are recruiting for a Registered General Nurse to work as an integral part of our 7-bed Inpatient Hospice Unit team at North West Hospice. This specialized nursing position focuses on palliative care nursing, where you will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate holistic care to the highest professional standards within our specialized hospice care model.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver specialized hospice palliative care to patients with life-limiting illnesses in our 7-bed inpatient unit
- Assess and develop individualized care plans promoting optimum independence and enhanced quality of life
- Provide holistic, person-centered nursing care following established palliative care protocols and best practices
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary hospice team including Consultants in Palliative Medicine, medical, nursing, and allied health professionals
- Maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and families during end-of-life care transitions
- Document patient care accurately using hospice-specific assessment tools and care planning systems
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives within the hospice care environment
Required Qualifications
Essential Requirements
- Registration with NMBI as a General Nurse with current practicing certificate
- Minimum 2 years post-qualification nursing experience with palliative care or hospice experience preferred
- Demonstrated competency in palliative care nursing including pain management, symptom control, and end-of-life care
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams
- Commitment to person-centered care and understanding of hospice care philosophy
Preferred Qualifications
- Postgraduate qualification in Palliative Care or willingness to undertake specialized training
- Experience in hospice, oncology, or specialized palliative care settings
- Knowledge of community palliative care services and discharge planning
- Additional training in bereavement support or complementary therapies
What We Offer
- Competitive salary: ā¬37,288 – ā¬55,477 per annum (based on HSE Staff Nurse pay scale)
- Full-time permanent position with job security and career stability
- Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, pension scheme, and annual leave entitlement
- Professional development opportunities including access to specialized palliative care education and training
- Supportive work environment with experienced multidisciplinary hospice team
- Modern healthcare facility located on Sligo University Hospital campus with planned new 12-bed facility opening 2026
- Work-life balance with structured roster patterns and supportive management
About Our Hospice Services
North West Hospice provides comprehensive specialist palliative care services across a catchment area of approximately 115,000 people. Our integrated services include:
- 7-bed Inpatient Unit (expanding to 12 single-room unit in 2026)
- Community Palliative Care Team providing home-based care
- Hospital Palliative Care Team at Sligo University Hospital
- Complementary services including bereavement support, spiritual care, and volunteer programs
Our multidisciplinary team includes 3 Consultants in Palliative Medicine, specialized nursing staff, social work, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, and pastoral care professionals.
Ready to Apply?
Join our dedicated hospice team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families during their most challenging times. This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate nurse to develop expertise in palliative care nursing while working in a supportive, specialized healthcare environment.
Application Deadline: September 26, 2025 at 12:00 PM
