Marie Curie Clinical Nurse Specialist - Lothians

Are you a compassionate and skilled nurse looking to make a significant impact in palliative care? Join us as a Clinical Nurse Specialist at Marie Curie covering the Lothians! As a level six practitioner in line with the Marie Curie Career Development Framework (AFC Band 6), you will be an integral member of our multidisciplinary team. You will provide specialist palliative care nursing services to individuals living with a terminal illness, their loved ones, and health professionals within the community. Working autonomously, you will manage a caseload of patients with complex needs, offering expert advice and support. 

Your role will exemplify person-centred leadership, clinical excellence, and effective multidisciplinary collaboration, ensuring that Marie Curie meets its strategic goals and positively influences the care received by terminally ill individuals and their families. Adhering to relevant legal, ethical, capability, and clinical frameworks, as well as Marie Curie policies and procedures, you will be accountable for your actions within the scope of your role. Join us and make a difference today! 

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. 
• Relevant post-registration qualification (minimum Level 6) and nursing degree 
• Driver's licence and access to a car is essential for travelling to various locations to provide care and support to patients and their families in their homes. 
• Registered Nurse on NMC register (Adult) Must be a registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, ensuring adherence to professional standards and regulations. 
• Ability to connect with patients and their families on an emotional level, providing support and understanding during difficult times. 

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What’s in it for me?  

Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 6 (aligned with AFC) £41,608 to £50,702 

Contract:  Permenant 37.5 Hours per week 

Base: Marie Curie St John's Hospital Livingston, West Lothian  

Benefits You’ll Love 

• Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 10 public holidays (pro rata)  
• Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave    
• Continuous Professional development    
• 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 eyecare cost  
• Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card     
• Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme     
• Life assurance – for all employees 

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