Job summary
QMC Stroke Unit is a friendly and supportive wards looking to recruit a caring, motivated and hardworking first level registered nurse to be part of our progressive multidisciplinary team.We welcome applications from newly qualified and nurses with no or limited stroke care experience. We aim to build on your core foundation nursing skills and support you beyond. We are looking for individuals to join us in providing specialised, holistic and personalised treatment for patients at all stages of their recovery.The Stroke Service at Nottingham University Hospitals is at the forefront of evidence based care, clinical practice and academic research. There are opportunities for successful applicants to participate in providing care for patients throughout their journey, including assessments, implementation of therapeutic care and being involved in complex discharge planning while liaising closely with the multi-disciplinary team.We offer a comprehensive induction package leading to many developmental opportunities including accredited Multi-professional Stroke Foundation course, clinical skills packages and support with accessing related post graduate education.
The post holder is required to be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
Main duties of the job
Assess the care needs of patients and develop a programme of care which is evaluated and amended as appropriate.
Carry out relevant forms of direct and indirect patient care without direct supervision.
Regularly take charge of the clinical area in the absence of the person who has continuing responsibility or his/her deputy.
Work as part of the ward team, alongside supporting other ward areas within stroke.
Utilises and integrates evidence into practice.
Assess the case needs of patients and develop a programme of care which is evaluated and implemented as appropriate.
Make sound clinical decisions based on the assessment of patients, including that of safe nurse lead discharges.
About us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Providing quality stroke care
Completing accurate documentation / notes
Administration of medications
Overseeing / supporting junior colleagues
Liaising with MDT, patients and families/carers as well as completing community referrals
Assisting patients with safe moving and handling
Assisting with personal care needs
Assisting with relevant investigations and completing clinical monitoring
Job description
Job responsibilities
Providing quality stroke care
Completing accurate documentation / notes
Administration of medications
Overseeing / supporting junior colleagues
Liaising with MDT, patients and families/carers as well as completing community referrals
Assisting patients with safe moving and handling
Assisting with personal care needs
Assisting with relevant investigations and completing clinical monitoring
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or degree in health/nursing related Studies
- NMC Registration
- Competent in Medicines Management
Desirable
- Evidence of continued professional development
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of delivering nursing care to a group of patients
- Experience of working with wider Multidisciplinary teams (MDT).
Desirable
- Demonstrate evidence of computer literacy and IT skills
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Demonstrate team working and ability to work within a team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or degree in health/nursing related Studies
- NMC Registration
- Competent in Medicines Management
Desirable
- Evidence of continued professional development
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of delivering nursing care to a group of patients
- Experience of working with wider Multidisciplinary teams (MDT).
Desirable
- Demonstrate evidence of computer literacy and IT skills
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Demonstrate team working and ability to work within a team
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).