Advanced Clinical Nurse Specialist – Royal Stoke University Hospital
Are you an experienced palliative care nurse with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement? At Marie Curie we are excited to invite a highly driven and enthusiastic individual to join our new service at the Royal Stoke University Hospital.
In this role you will be responsible for actively identifying patients in the Emergency Department who are likely in their last year of life, providing specialist palliative care and facilitating their prompt discharge to appropriate care providers, aligned with patients’ preferred place of care.
Main duties of the job
- 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 or preferred place of care
- Supervise Healthcare Assistants, mentor emergency department staff, and support team learning
You 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, managing a caseload of patients with complex needs while ensuring the highest standards of care.
Job responsibilities
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 policies and procedures, taking accountability for your actions within the scope of your role.
Job details
- Job status: Permanent, full‑time contract, 37.5 hours per week
- Working schedule: Day shifts, Monday to Sunday, including bank holidays
- Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, aligned with AFC Band 7: £49,387 to £56,515 per annum
- Location: Royal Stoke University Hospital, Newcastle Road, Stoke‑on‑Trent, with occasional work expected at County Hospital, Stafford
What we are looking for
- Nursing qualification with relevant post‑registration experience, including at least one year of recent experience in palliative care or end‑of‑life care.
- Non‑Medical Prescribing qualification, or willingness to work towards one.
- Mentorship or teaching qualification.
- Specialist knowledge of palliative and end‑of‑life care, including current national guidance.
- Ability to independently manage symptoms and side effects associated with medical conditions and initiate appropriate treatment.
- Ability to observe and assess clinical practice to evaluate standards of care.
- Understanding of emergency care systems and discharge processes.
- Experience managing complex discharges within an emergency department is preferred but not essential.
- Experience leading a team of nurses or healthcare professionals.
Benefits
- Annual leave allowance – 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro‑rated)
- Annual leave aligned to NHS (subject to eligibility, which must be most recent continuous service with no break of service)
- Continuous professional development (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development)
- Industry‑leading training programmes
- Defined contribution scheme for Pension (the charity will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
- Access to NHS Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility)
- Season ticket loan, cycle‑to‑work scheme, and other employee benefits
- Life assurance and access to Marie Curie Benefit‑Hub Discount Scheme
- Help with eyecare cost (T & C apply)
- Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
- Life assurance
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
EEO Statement
Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk.
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