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Clinical Nurse Specialist - Royal Free HospitalAre you an experienced palliative care nurse with a genuine passion for innovation and continuous improvement? At Marie Curie, we invite a highly driven and enthusiastic individual to join our new service at the Royal Free Hospital. OverviewMarie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We provide community nursing and hospice care across the country, deliver information and support on dying, death and bereavement, and lead research to improve the end-of-life experience. This role focuses on identifying patients in the Emergency Department likely in their last year of life, delivering specialist palliative care, and facilitating prompt discharge to the patient’s preferred place of care. Main duties of the jobIn this role, you will: Lead on clinical assessments and care planning Provide advanced symptom control and communication support Coordinate with community and hospital palliative care services to facilitate rapid discharge home/preferred place of care Supervise Senior Healthcare Assistants, mentor emergency department staff, and support team learning Job responsibilitiesYou will also manage nursing services for individuals with terminal illnesses, supporting their loved ones, and collaborating with health professionals. As a vital member of our multidisciplinary team, you will offer expert advice and support, manage a caseload of patients with complex needs, while ensuring the highest standards of care. This role exemplifies person-centred leadership, clinical excellence, and effective multidisciplinary collaboration, all of which are crucial for Marie Curie to achieve its strategic goals. You will be expected to adhere to relevant legal, ethical, capability, and clinical frameworks, as well as Marie Curie’s policies and procedures, taking accountability for your actions within the scope of your role. If you are looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those facing terminal illnesses, we encourage you to join us and make a difference today! Workdays:Starts Monday to Friday; includes weekends as the service grows Location:Royal Free Hospital, London What we’re looking for: Experience working in Specialist Palliative Care. Proven experience in providing care to patients with complex needs, ensuring comfort and quality of life during terminal illness. Prior experience managing complex discharges within an emergency department is preferred but not required. Registered Nurse on NMC register (Adult). Ability to connect with patients and their families on an emotional level, providing support and understanding during difficult times. Defined contribution schemes for Pension (the charity will match your contribution up to 7.5%). Loan schemes for bikes, computers and satellite navigation systems. Help with eye care costs (T&Cs apply). Entitlement to Marie Curie Blue Light Card and Benefit Hub Discount Scheme. Life assurance for all employees. What’s in it for youAnnual leave allowance: 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro-rated) Annual leave aligned to NHS (subject to eligibility, which must be the most recent continuous service immediately prior to joining MC with no breaks in service) Continuous Professional Development (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development) Industry-leading training programmes Life Assurance We welcome applicants interested in a secondment for this role. Advert Closes:26-September-2025 Application Process To apply, submit an online application with your CV and a cover letter explaining your relevant experience, how you meet the person specification, and why you want to join Marie Curie. For more information or an informal chat please contact [email protected]. Marie Curie is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. This includes steps to ensure our staff and volunteers are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We are dedicated to creating a safe, supportive and rewarding place to work. We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential, and we champion diversity, inclusion, and equity in the workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences. We’re happy to accommodate reasonable adjustments. Please email requests to [email protected]. This role will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply. Person SpecificationQualificationsRegistered Nurse on NMC register (Adult) Relevant Nursing Degree Clinical supervisor Non-medical prescribing ExperienceExperience working in Specialist Palliative Care Experience managing a caseload and working autonomously Experience working in A&E or delivering rapid response care Experience supervising or managing staff Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and, as such, a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions. Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 per year plus High-cost area Supplement.#J-18808-Ljbffr