This senior nursing role leads the development, implementation and monitoring of clinical quality standards across specialist palliative care services within Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. The postholder will provide expert advice to clinical teams, support evidence-based practice, review outcomes, contribute to audits and quality improvement, and help ensure compliance with Welsh national standards and professional requirements. Applicants should be a registered nurse with substantial palliative care experience, relevant postgraduate study, strong clinical leadership skills and knowledge of governance, risk management and service improvement. The successful candidate will be expected to communicate effectively with patients, families and multidisciplinary colleagues, influence service development, analyse quality information and demonstrate compassion, professionalism and commitment to safe, equitable care.
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is the largest health organisation in Wales, providing a broad range of hospital, community, mental health and primary care services across North Wales. It serves a diverse population through major hospitals, local community facilities and integrated care teams. The organisation employs a large multidisciplinary workforce and works with Welsh Government, local authorities, universities and voluntary-sector partners to improve population health. Its services include emergency and planned hospital care, cancer services, mental health support, primary care, rehabilitation and specialist palliative care. The Health Board places emphasis on patient safety, quality improvement, equality, professional development and partnership working. Employees may work in urban, rural and coastal communities, often supporting patients across a wide geographical area.
The United Kingdom offers strong opportunities in nursing, palliative care, clinical governance, healthcare management and allied health services, particularly through the NHS and independent providers. Its culture is diverse and generally values professional accountability, privacy, punctuality and respectful communication. Lifestyle varies from busy cities to quieter coastal and rural communities; North Wales is known for mountains, beaches, historic towns and outdoor activities. Registered nurses normally need registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, proof of English proficiency and an appropriate employment offer. Overseas applicants may qualify for a Health and Care Worker visa when the employer is an approved sponsor and the role meets immigration rules. Relocation planning should include registration, visa fees, housing, transport, taxation and NHS onboarding. UK weather is changeable, and living costs are usually higher in major cities than in North Wales.
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