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Palliative care: navigating the nurse's evolving role.
1Division of Nursing and Paramedic Science, Queen Margaret University and St Columba's Hospice Care, Edinburgh, Scotland.
Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|April 13, 2026
Summary
Nurses are key to transforming palliative care by enhancing their knowledge, skills, and leadership. This approach ensures patient-centred care, aligning with individual needs in various settings.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Transformation
- Nursing Education
- Palliative Care Delivery
Background:
- Global aging and chronic conditions necessitate evolving palliative care.
- Nurses are central to delivering palliative care across diverse settings.
- Integration of health and social care is crucial for comprehensive support.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore key domains for a person-centred palliative care approach.
- To identify strategies for enhancing nurses' palliative care capabilities.
- To prepare nurses for the future of palliative care.
Main Methods:
- Exploration of knowledge and skills development in palliative care.
- Analysis of leadership and influencing strategies in nursing care.
- Identification of actionable initiatives for practice improvement.
Main Results:
- Developing nurses' knowledge and skills is vital.
- Effective leadership and organizational systems enhance compassionate care.
- A person-centred approach requires alignment with individual patient values.
Conclusions:
- Strengthening nurses' capabilities through education and mentorship is essential.
- Leadership advocating for person-centred care is critical.
- Organizational systems must support compassionate, individualized palliative care.
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