Palliative & Home Health Nurse

Provides compassionate home-based care, symptom relief, and quality-of-life support for chronically ill or terminal patients.

Career Overview

Growth Outlook: High

Palliative Nurses manage pain, dyspnea, fatigue, nausea, psychosocial distress, caregiver support, home safety, and spiritual concerns. They coordinate with families, palliative physicians, and community services to maintain comfort and dignity at end of life.

Top Skills

  • Pain management
  • Counselling
  • Family support

Education Pathway

  • 12th Science
  • BSc Nursing
  • Palliative Care Certification

Suggested UG Degrees

  • BSc Nursing

PG / Advancement Options

  • Hospice & Palliative Care Training

Also Known As

  • Home Care Nurse
  • Hospice Nurse