At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support to patients and families in their homes.
- Company: St Michael's Hospice, dedicated to supporting the community through palliative care.
- Benefits: Friendly work environment, subsidised meals, free parking, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hours on an 'As and When Required' contract with excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working with a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Registered nurse with experience in community or hospital settings and a passion for palliative care.
The predicted salary is between 27.96 - 27.96 £ per hour.
- Location & Salary
- Location: St Michael's Hospice, 25 Upper Maze Hill, St Leonards on Sea, TN38 0LB
- Hours: Variable (per week)
- Closing date: Sunday, 26 July 2026
- Job Summary
We are looking for a Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our integrated community nursing team on an "As and When Required" contract.
The role involves providing highest quality care and support to patients and their families, advising and monitoring patients in their own homes, and working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
About Us
St Michael’s Hospice supports the community of Hastings and Rother to live well with dying, death and loss.
Our services are delivered through inpatient beds, home care, and well‑being support both in‑person and virtually.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion and to building a workforce that reflects the community we serve.
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, patient‑centred care to patients and their families.
- Advise and support patients in their own homes, including prescribing where appropriate.
- Build natural and trusted rapport with patients, families and colleagues.
- Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary team members to ensure holistic care.
Qualifications
- Registered nursing qualification with experience in community or hospital settings.
- Passion for palliative care and commitment to patient‑centred care.
- Ability to prescribe medications in accordance with legal requirements.
- Excellent communication skills, sound judgement and empathy.
- Experience and comfort working with sensitive topics such as loss, grief and dying.
- Employee Benefits
- Friendly, team‑oriented work environment.
- Subsidised employee meals and free refreshments.
- Free parking.
- Supportive supervision and a proactive Education Department for professional development.
- Blue Light Card with access to a wide range of discounts.
- Part‑time roles receive a pro‑rata salary.
- Contact Information
For further discussion about the role, please contact Trina Bilton, Associate Director Clinical Improvement, Education and Research at
For any application questions, contact the Human Resources team at
01424 457970 or email recruitment@stmichaelshospice. com .
Note : CVs will not be accepted unless a candidate is unable to complete the application form due to a disability, in which case please contact the HR team.
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Clinical Nurse Specialist (Bank) in St Leonards employer: Stmichaelshospice
St Michael’s Hospice is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its staff. Located in the heart of St Leonards on Sea, we offer a range of benefits including a generous pension scheme, up to 33 days of annual leave, and access to professional development opportunities, all while making a meaningful impact in the community through compassionate palliative care. Join our team and be part of a mission that values diversity and empowers both employees and the families we serve.
