Registered Nurse - South Eastern Trust

TN United Kingdom; Downpatrick; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Nurse to join their Rapid Response Service in Downpatrick. The role involves delivering compassionate care to terminally ill patients in their homes, working alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. This position offers competitive pay, flexible working arrangements, and numerous benefits, including training programs and generous leave policies. Ideal candidates will have experience in palliative care and the ability to thrive in challenging environments.

Benefits

Season ticket loan for travel

Defined contribution pension scheme

Loan schemes for bikes, computers, and satellite navigation systems

Introduce a friend scheme

Life assurance for all employees

Continued access to NHS Pension Scheme

Annual leave entitlement

Competitive policies for parental and sick leave

Support for continuous professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in NHS or relevant care settings in palliative care.
• Ability to work in complex, stressful environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide integrated and coordinated care for terminally ill patients.
• Support families emotionally.

Skills

Palliative Care

Coping Mechanisms

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Posted:

17.05.2025

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01.07.2025

Job Description:

Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 5 (aligned with AFC) £28,407 - £34,581 pro rata per annum plus enhancements

Hours/Contract: Full-time contracts and As & When posts available (shift pattern Mon to Friday 6pm - 12am / Sat – Sun and BH 10am to 4pm and 4pm to 10pm)

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing date: 15th August 2024

Interview dates: TBC

As a Registered Nurse, you will work alongside a Clinical Nurse Manager, Senior Nurse, and other healthcare professionals to provide integrated and coordinated care and support to people with terminal illnesses, including emotional support for families.

Benefits include:

• Season ticket loan for travel
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• Loan schemes for bikes, computers, and satellite navigation systems
• Introduce a friend scheme
• Life assurance for all employees
• Continued access to NHS Pension Scheme

What’s in it for you:

• Annual leave entitlement based on previous service, plus 11 public holidays (pro rata)
• Competitive policies for parental and sick leave
• Support for continuous professional development
• Industry-leading training programs
• Flexible working arrangements
• Free DBS check and uniform
• Generous enhancements: 30% extra for Saturday/night shifts, 60% for Sundays and public holidays

What we are looking for:

• Experience in NHS or relevant care settings in palliative care
• Ability to work in complex, stressful environments with appropriate coping mechanisms
• Licensed driver with access to a car and willingness to travel

The Marie Curie Rapid Response Service provides rapid, flexible out-of-hours nursing care for terminally ill patients in their homes, aiming to prevent hospital admissions and support patient choice of care location.

We are committed to continuous improvement and respectful treatment of staff and patients. This role primarily involves working in our Rapid Response service within geographically distributed teams.

For more information about the role, please contact Marian Rice via email.