Palliative Care nurse job responsibilities include helping patients manage their symptoms and pain, educating and supporting patients and families, and communicating with patients’ families and their healthcare teams to coordinate the best care. Their specialized training and experience enables them to provide physical and emotional comfort to patients during the final stages of life. As a result, Palliative Care nurses often establish deep and meaningful connections with patients and families, making this a challenging and rewarding career. The average Palliative nurse salary in the United States is $76,500, with the most experienced RNs earning the highest annual pay.