Job Description

We have a fantastic opportunity to work within in our outstanding team as a Registered Nurse within a specialist palliative care unit.We are looking to strengthen our team caring for palliative patients with complex needs. Utilising and developing your existing skills.Working with senior staff, you will role model the St Gemma's values and behaviour framework.


As a Registered Nurse you will be expected to:

Care for a team of patients to an exceptional standard of care, with a 1:5 ratio Internal rotation from days to nights You will be able to bring your exemplary communication skills which will enable you to interact with patients and families alike. Prepared to work in a busy and emotive environment Keen to work in a strong and vibrant multi-disciplinary team

We offer:

A caring, supportive environment where we care for both patients and families A clear, structured induction Regular Clinical Supervision Education and development within our Academic Unit of Palliative Care Colleagues who always strive to do their best and care for each other Care supported by a wide multi-professional workforce Opportunities to develop across in-patient, day hospice and community settings Great facilities including free parking and discounted meals in our Bistro Transfer of NHS pension (conditions apply) and competitive rates of pay.

For more information contact Denise Kay and Lauren Southwell Sister's on 0113 2185500.

Closing Date :- 5 July 2025

Interviews:- T.B.C

If any candidates have previously applied or have been interviewed within the last 3 months they need not apply. The Hospice also cannot support any sponsorship.

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to invite candidates to interview prior to the closing date and/or close this advertisement prior to the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.


St Gemma's Hospice is a Leeds-based charity providing expert care and support for local people with life-limiting and terminal illnesses. We offer care to patients and their carers in the Hospice's In-Patient Unit, through the St Gemma's community team, and via our day services, which include a Day Hospice and Out-Patient Department.


St Gemma's welcomes and provides care to everyone regardless of people's age, gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation or diagnosis. Our care is always completely free of charge.


St Gemma's is the largest hospice in Yorkshire and one of the largest in the UK.


St Gemma's is committed to equal opportunities and strives to be diverse and inclusive, a place which reflects the communities we serve. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society as we value the different perspectives this brings.