This permanent post sits within the NEXUS Primary Care Network in Exeter, where a Marie Curie end-of-life care clinical nurse specialist works alongside GP practices and community teams. The work centres on helping people living with a life-limiting illness hold early conversations about future care, coordinating support across services and getting Treatment Escalation Plans completed in good time. Largely community-based, with weekday hours and flexible working open to discussion. It suits an experienced adult nurse willing to grow end-of-life expertise. An enhanced DBS check applies.
What the job involves
- Support meaningful conversations about future care with people, families and professionals
- Lead the timely completion of Treatment Escalation Plans
- Champion advance care planning so people can make informed choices
- Coordinate support across services so wishes and preferences are understood and respected
- Build trusted relationships with people, families and professionals
- Work with patients, families and professionals to align care with what matters to each person
- Help people receive support earlier to reduce avoidable crises
- Support people to remain in their preferred place of care wherever possible
What’s required
Registration & licences
- Current NMC registration as an Adult Nurse
Experience
- Supporting people with complex health needs and/or end-of-life care needs
- Care planning and coordinating care across services
- Working within multidisciplinary teams
Skills & knowledge
- Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making
- Strong communication and relationship-building
- Confident having sensitive conversations, or willing to develop this skill
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
Other
- Able to work autonomously while staying connected to a supportive wider team
- Shares Marie Curie's values of compassionate, equitable and person-centred care
What’s offered
- 27 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays pro rata, with additional NHS leave honoured
- Defined contribution pension, with NHS pension can be carried across
- Competitive parental and sick leave policy
- Continuous professional development and industry-leading training programmes
- Specialist mentorship
- Season ticket loan
- Life assurance for all employees
- Marie Curie Blue Light Card and Benefit-Hub discount scheme
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End-of-Life Care Clinical Nurse Specialist in Hampstead employer: Marie Curie
Marie Curie is an exceptional employer, offering a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the UK's leading end-of-life charity. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, flexible working arrangements, and continuous professional development, staff are empowered to grow in their roles while making a significant impact on the lives of those facing terminal illness. The inclusive work culture fosters diversity and collaboration, ensuring that every voice is valued as we strive to provide the best possible care and support.
