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Job requirements
Essential
5 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Experience of caring for patients with palliative, end-of-life or other complex/life-limiting conditions, gained within a relevant clinical setting.
- Experience
Demonstrable experience of providing clinical leadership, including supporting, supervising or guiding other members of a nursing/care team.
- Experience
Evidence of continued professional development (CPD) and a commitment to maintaining and developing clinical knowledge and skills.
- Experience
Ability to work flexibly across a 24/7 rota, including early, late, long-day, night and weekend shifts.
- Qualifications
NMC Registered Nurse with post-registration UK experience in the clinical field
Desirable
1 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Qualifications
Completion of NMC recognised accredited mentor training or willing to undertake
Job summary
Senior Registered Nurse
Sue Ryder, Wheatfileds Hospice,
Grove Rd, Headingley, Leeds LS6 2AE
37.5 hours per week
£18.81 - 19.29 per hour (dependant on experience)
Plus 30% enhancement for nights and weekends and continuation of NHS Pension
Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone.
We are there when it matters.
Main duties of the job
About the role
In palliative care no day is the same. Working on our inpatient unit provides a unique opportunity because we care for patients with such a variety of conditions and symptoms. If youd like to develop your knowledge of many different conditions and the impact this has on patients and their families a role in palliative care with Sue Ryder is for you.
About us
About us
Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice is in the heart of Headingley, Leeds. We provide expert palliative care at a time when people need this the most. We support you when you are living with a life-limiting condition, and also help your loved ones and family.
Details
- Date posted: 15 October 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £18.81 to £19.29 an hour Plus 30% enhancement for nights and weekends
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: B0475-26-0092
- Job locations: Sue Ryder, Wheatfields Hospice, Grove Road, Headingley, Leeds, Yorkshire, LS62AE, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Our senior nurses play an indispensable role in providing compassionate, holistic care for patients with life-limiting illnesses. Their work extends far beyond medical tasks, encompassing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support for both patients and their families.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced nurse who wants to work in a supportive environment where care of the patients comes first.
Our senior nurses work on a rotational shift pattern, including early shifts, late shifts, long days, nights, and weekends. As this role supports a 24/7 service, we are seeking candidates with flexibility to work a range of shifts as required.
The successful applicants will play an active role within our multidisciplinary team. You will work alongside Specialty Doctors, therapy staff, volunteers and other vital members of the MDT taking a holistic approach in providing the best possible outcomes for each patient.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Providing support, leadership, recognition and supervision to other members of the team
Sharing knowledge and expertise with other staff through formal and informal teaching.
Acting as a mentor to student nurses
Producing accurate, timely and complete records
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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This advert is for Senior Registered Nurse with Sue Ryder in Leeds, England. It is listed as a Registered nurse role. The advertised salary is £18.81 to £19.29. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 29 Oct 2026.
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