Job summary

Join our team as a Registered Nurse at an exciting time as we launch a new partnership with University Hospitals Plymouth

Main duties of the job

Join our team as a Registered Nurse at an exciting time as we launch a new partnership with University Hospitals Plymouth

About us

Every day of your life matters - from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We're a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 12,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left. Everyone knows our daffodil, but it's our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Marie Curie, in partnership with University Hospitals Plymouth, is delivering an innovative service to transform end-of-life care in Plymouth. With only a handful of positions remaining, this is your chance to be part of a truly impactful service that focuses on identifying and supporting patients as they approach the end of their lives.

This unique partnership is about more than just care, its about compassion, connection, and creating meaningful moments for patients and their loved ones.

Don't miss your chance to join a groundbreaking team that is shaping the future of end-of-life care in Plymouth, apply today, wed love to hear from you. This is an exciting time to be joining us as a Registered Nurse, where you will play a crucial role in achieving these outcomes and making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families.

In this role, you will work closely with teams and patients loved ones to provide comprehensive, person-centred care for those nearing the end of life. This includes conducting holistic assessments, developing advance care and treatment escalation plans, and ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care is implemented, evaluated, and tailored to the needs of both patients and those important to them.

Working in end-of-life care is both challenging and deeply rewarding, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others during their most difficult moments.Your well-being is as important to us as the care we provide to our patients. We are committed to creating a supportive environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally.

What were looking for:

- Registered Nurse on NMC Register

- Experience in a relevant care setting, ideally in palliative/End of Life care

- Be person-centred and compassionate when caring for the person and those important to them

- Ability to develop and evaluate care management plans alongside other healthcare professionals that meets the complex needs of the person, and those important to them

- Proven understanding of the barriers and enablers to good communication and how challenges can be overcome

- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

- Flexibility to provide care in the area with the most need

What's in it for you:

- Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 11 public holidays (pro rata)

- Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave

- Continuous Professional development

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Industry leading training programmes

- Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work

- Defined contribution schemes for Pension

- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme

- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems

- Introduce a friend scheme

- Help with eye care costs

- Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card

- Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme

- Life assurance for all employees

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Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm.

This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life.

Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity.Were committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process.

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