Staff Nurse Inpatient Unit

Staff Nurse - Inpatient Unit

Salary: Band 5 - 25429.32- 30954.84 Depending on Experience (30273 - 36851 FTE)

Hours: Up to 31.5Hours Per Week

St Lukes are recruiting a Staff Nurseto join the nursing team on the in-patient unit. The IPU delivers palliative and end of life care for patients with complex palliative care needs. The IPU prides itself in the delivery of an exceptional standard of nursing care. As a result the IPU enjoys a particularly good nurse to patient ratio to support that standard of care.

We would welcome applications from registered nurses with a passion for delivering quality evidence based care and a particular interest in palliative/end of life care. Post registration experience in a variety of areas and a palliative care qualification would be an advantage/desirable but not essential. Internal rotation to nights and weekends will be a requirement of the post.

In return employment with St Lukes Hospice offers excellent opportunities to develop your skills a challenging working environment a supportive team and the chance to continue membership of the NHS Pension Scheme for existing members.

As a staff member of St Lukes you will receive an attractive employment package which includes 7 weeks annual leave rising with service (including bank holidays) and membership to a cash back health plan. St Lukes is committed to the development of its staff.

Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced clearance will be required for this post.

Were an equal opportunities employer

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We assess candidates based on skills experience and qualifications not background or personal circumstances. As part of the Disability Confident scheme we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Having a criminal record wont necessarily bar you from employment; decisions are made based on role requirements and individual circumstances.

Unfortunately St Lukes Hospice Plymouth arent able to sponsor individuals to work in the United Kingdom.

Closing Date: 23 November 2025
1st Interview Date: 9 December 2025
2nd Interview Date: To Be Arranged

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.

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