Palliative nurses require a unique set of skills that include:
- Clinical Expertise: Knowledge in managing complex symptoms and understanding various disease processes. - Communication Skills: The ability to have difficult conversations about prognosis, treatment choices, and end-of-life preferences. - Empathy and Compassion: Providing care that respects the dignity and individual needs of patients and their families. - Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Working effectively with a team of healthcare professionals, including doctors, social workers, and chaplains.
