Hospice and Palliative Nursing
Hospice and palliative nurses help people with serious illness live as well as possible and die with comfort and dignity. They manage pain and symptoms, support families and make sure care reflects each person's wishes.
The Hospice and Palliative Nursing session at Nursing Science 2027 brings together nurses from hospices, hospitals, care homes and community palliative teams. Many patients receiving palliative care have cancer, linking this session closely with oncology nursing.
Key Topics in Hospice and Palliative Nursing
- Pain and symptom management at the end of life
- Advance care planning and goals of care
- Communication about serious illness and dying
- Palliative care for non-cancer conditions
- Paediatric and perinatal palliative care
- Palliative care at home and in care homes
- Spiritual, cultural and psychological care
- Family and carer support
- Grief and bereavement care
- Compassion fatigue and self-care for nurses
Recent Advances in Hospice and Palliative Nursing
Palliative care is increasingly offered earlier and alongside treatment, not only in the last days of life. More people now wish to die at home, so nurse-led community palliative services are expanding, often supporting older adults with frailty and dementia, a focus of geriatric nursing and elderly care.
Children with life-limiting conditions also need specialist support, connecting this field with pediatric and neonatal nursing. Decisions about treatment limits, consent and assisted dying raise questions explored in nursing ethics, legal aspects and patient advocacy.
Who Should Attend the Hospice and Palliative Nursing Session
- Hospice and palliative care nurses
- Community and district nurses
- Oncology and haematology nurses
- Care home nurses
- Paediatric palliative care nurses
- Palliative care researchers and educators
Why Present Your Research in Hospice and Palliative Nursing
Nursing Science 2027 gives you an international audience for end-of-life care research and practice. You can compare palliative care models and connect with colleagues in community and public health nursing who support patients and families at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this session include palliative care for non-cancer conditions?
Yes. Research on heart failure, lung disease, dementia and other conditions is welcome.
Can I present bereavement support research?
Yes. Studies on family support, grief and bereavement care are welcome.
Where is Nursing Science 2027?
Nursing Science 2027 takes place at Delta Hotels Heathrow Windsor in London, UK.