Clinical Nurse Specialist

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Are you an experienced palliative care nurse with a genuine 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 North Middlesex University Hospital.

Primary job responsibilities include:

• 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 departments 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.

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!

Job Structure

Permanent

Hours

Flexible. Full-time and part-time positions available

Workdays

Starts Monday to Friday; includes weekends as the service grows

Location

North Middlesex University 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). 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.
• 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 eyecare cost (T & C’s apply).
• Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card.
• Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme.
• Life assurance – for all employees.

What’s in it for you

• 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 immediately prior to joining MC with no breaks of service).
• Continuous Professional Development – Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development.
• Industry leading training programmes.
• Life Assurance.

To view the job description, please click here.

Advert Closes

30-November-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

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 are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion, and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We’re happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments. Please email any requests to

This role will be subject to receiving an enhanced DBS criminal record check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

Agencies need not apply.

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