Hospice and Palliative Nurse Specialist

Location: Cayman Islands (relocation package included)

Salary: KY $45,000 to $60,000 (equivalent £42,000 - £56,000 GBP)

Description: This outstanding Hospice is a not for profit organisation, dedicated to providing dignified, quality comfort care, free of charge, to everyone living in the Cayman Islands with cancer or other end-stage diseases. They are committed to enhancing and improving the lives of all those affected by death, and to assuring long-term emotional, spiritual and general well-being to family members after loss.

Person Specification:

Candidates will be responsible for providing direct nursing care for Hospice and Palliative patients in their homes and in the Hospice inpatient facility.

Candidates with specialised training in Hospice and Palliative Care are preferred, however candidates with experience working in-inpatient and domiciliary based hospices or similar background will be considered. 

Candidates must be able to obtain a license to practice with the Cayman Islands Nursing and Midwifery Council. A driver’s licence and own vehicle are essential. Candidates must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and must be prepared to work extended hours when necessary.

 A minimum of four years post-registration experience and at least two years recent hospice AND in-depth specialist palliative care is essential.