Job Description

As a Band 5 Registered Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in delivering compassionate and effective care to a diverse patient group. You will be involved in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of individualised care plans, and work closely with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team to ensure that the highest standards of care are maintained at all times.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients admitted to the IPU. Monitoring, assessing, and documenting patient conditions and progress. Administering medication and treatments safely and accurately, in accordance with NMC guidelines and local policies. Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centred care plans. Promoting dignity, respect, and compassion in all interactions with patients, families, and colleagues. Supporting patient and family education, advocacy, and involvement in care decisions. Contributing to quality improvement initiatives and maintaining high standards of infection prevention and control. Taking appropriate action in emergencies, following protocols and seeking senior support as required. Engaging in regular supervision, training, and reflective practice to support your professional development.

What we're looking for:

Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Registered Nurse (Level 1). Recent experience in an acute care, community or specialist inpatient setting. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work as part of a team and independently. Commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice. Understanding of safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion in healthcare.


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Additional Information

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What's in it for me:

Salary:

Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 5 (aligned with AFC) 33,247 - 41,424 TOP LEVEL pro rata per annum + enhancements

Contract:

x2 positions 12 Month Fixed Term Contracts 35.4 and 30 Hours per week

Based:

Marie Curie Hospice, Frogston Road West, Edinburgh, EH10 7DR, All though this is for Edinburgh hospice from time to time you may be required to cross cover services in the community.

Benefits You'll Love

Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 10 public holidays (pro rata) Hybrid working 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

Application Process

Close date for applications: 21st October 2025 Interview Dates: TBC As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.

For further information or to arrange an informal chat please contact our Talent Advisor Grainne Henderson at grainne.henderson@mariecurie.org.uk


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 recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk