Job summary
Do you want to make a difference to our stroke and TIA patients? Do you have excellent clinical skills & a desire to develop your knowledge & skills further? If so, then this outstanding University Accredited ward would like to meet you.
Our Stroke service consistently achieves the top classification of 'A' status for performance and offers a 24/7 hyper acute & acute stroke service.
We have a rare opportunity for a band 6 stroke nurse to join our friendly, hard working team. The successful candidate should have a passion for stroke care, demonstrate excellent communication skills, & consistently deliver high standards of care.
Our turnover of patients' range between 900-1000 a year, resulting in a busy, hyper acute unit that is well established & focused on providing excellent patient care in a level 2 critical care setting.
You will contribute to the patient's journey & influence seamless transfers of care throughout the stroke service. You will be expected to promote innovative thinking & provide inspirational leadership & managerial support to all members of the MDT.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside a strong clinical team who are committed to high clinical standards & work in a supportive environment. The successful candidate should be able to effectively role model our Trust care values as they lead, motivate and manage the team.
We welcome informal enquiries to Ward Manager Shiv 01183228944
Please note previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
Our services include a TIA Clinic and both hyper acute and acute stroke rehabilitation provided in an award winning unit which is consistently rated as "A" on SSNAP.
The team also has a strong multidisciplinary focus and the successful candidate will need to be able to work inter-professionally and link closely with the team to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patient group.
About us
We pride ourselves in high standards of care to our patients and have SSNAP Level A, which is a national benchmark for monitoring performance of stroke units and this places us as one of the top performing units in the country.
We also are a newly university accredited ward and work closely with our research colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In conjunction with the Stroke Consultants and Senior Stroke Nurses, we are looking for an enthusiastic individual that will:
- To manage the patient pathway of those presenting with suspected stroke and TIA
- Triage all referrals to the stroke team
- Act as an expert and resource about stroke care
- Provide a 24 hour thrombolysis service
- Work closely with the stroke consultant to provide immediate stroke assessment and delivery of a treatment plan
- Coordinate the 30 bedded stroke unit for admissions discharges and every day flow of the ward.
- Coordinate staffing levels to meet the acuity of the ward.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills
- Aspire to deliver excellent standards of care
- Be able to work collaboratively with all members of the MDT
- Demonstrate a high level of compassion for patients and their relatives
Job description
Job responsibilities
In conjunction with the Stroke Consultants and Senior Stroke Nurses, we are looking for an enthusiastic individual that will:
- To manage the patient pathway of those presenting with suspected stroke and TIA
- Triage all referrals to the stroke team
- Act as an expert and resource about stroke care
- Provide a 24 hour thrombolysis service
- Work closely with the stroke consultant to provide immediate stroke assessment and delivery of a treatment plan
- Coordinate the 30 bedded stroke unit for admissions discharges and every day flow of the ward.
- Coordinate staffing levels to meet the acuity of the ward.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills
- Aspire to deliver excellent standards of care
- Be able to work collaboratively with all members of the MDT
- Demonstrate a high level of compassion for patients and their relatives
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Pt 1/12)
- ENB 998/Slice, C&G 730, or equivalent
- Evidence of Leadership/Management and Speciality Development
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of which includes work in post-qualification speciality
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Pt 1/12)
- ENB 998/Slice, C&G 730, or equivalent
- Evidence of Leadership/Management and Speciality Development
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of which includes work in post-qualification speciality
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).
