Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a developmental B6 post working alongside the Stroke Specialist Nurses. The post will provide insight into managing patients presenting with suspected stroke, and develop key skills required in order to perform this role effectively. This is a developmental post with the aim to work independently as a B7 Stroke Specialist Nurse once assessed fully competent. The successful candidate will be required to undertake further training in the clinical assessment of patients, and the non-medical prescribers course at some point.
The Stroke service within Derriford Hospital is expanding and this is an exciting time to join the team, and to help take this service forward
We would very much welcome applications from anyone with experience of working within the Stroke service, or those with sound knowledge and experience of looking after sick and deteriorating patients
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
1. Assist with investigations for patients with suspected stroke attending the Emergency Department
2. Clinical duties such as, but not limited to, administration of antithrombotic medication; preparation for mechanical thrombectomy; swallow screening and nutrition management; fluid management including intravenous fluid management; continence management including intermittent catheterisation and insertion of indwelling catheters; cognitive screening; cannulation and venepuncture;
3. Liaise with the ASU and the bed management team to ensure that all new patients reach the stroke unit within 4 hours of hospital arrival
4. Where necessary help transport new admissions to the Acute Stroke Unit
5. Communicate effectively with various other disciplines involved in the stroke pathway
6. Help collect SSNAP data accurately
7. Maintain and update the library of stroke information leaflets at ward level and link with the health information service in the main concourse to ensure that stroke information is current
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY.If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100.We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams.It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work as part of a cohesive team liaising closely with medical and nursing staff across the Trust
- Setting professional standards for the junior team and maintaining them
- To work alongside senior Stroke nurses and Medical team in assessing and caring for acute stroke pts
- Work closely with ward nursing staff to ensure best evidence based practice is adopted through the development of care pathways, protocols and procedures related to the care of Stroke patients.
- Assisting developing clear processes for staff regarding Stroke patient management in terms of timeframe for test, investigations, results, LOS discharge etc.
- Be aware of any potential stroke patients for review in ED, on the MAU, or outlied on other wards
- Identify new admissions and ensure that a plan is in place to bring outlying patients onto the stroke unit as soon as possible
- Assess patient risk factors and advise on modifiable risk factors
- Maintain and promotes privacy and dignity of all patients at all times.
- Proactively seek to understand how improvements can be made to the service, and work with other members of the team to develop and implement these improvements
- To work in accordance with the Trust policies and procedures.
- To act appropriately as a senior nurse in emergency situations, and to be familiar with emergency procedures including fire and resuscitation.
- To maintain and update registration with the NMC, including maintenance of a personal portfolio and revalidation, and to work within the scope of a professional practice as laid out by the NMC code of professional conduct.
For further details please see the attached JD.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work as part of a cohesive team liaising closely with medical and nursing staff across the Trust
- Setting professional standards for the junior team and maintaining them
- To work alongside senior Stroke nurses and Medical team in assessing and caring for acute stroke pts
- Work closely with ward nursing staff to ensure best evidence based practice is adopted through the development of care pathways, protocols and procedures related to the care of Stroke patients.
- Assisting developing clear processes for staff regarding Stroke patient management in terms of timeframe for test, investigations, results, LOS discharge etc.
- Be aware of any potential stroke patients for review in ED, on the MAU, or outlied on other wards
- Identify new admissions and ensure that a plan is in place to bring outlying patients onto the stroke unit as soon as possible
- Assess patient risk factors and advise on modifiable risk factors
- Maintain and promotes privacy and dignity of all patients at all times.
- Proactively seek to understand how improvements can be made to the service, and work with other members of the team to develop and implement these improvements
- To work in accordance with the Trust policies and procedures.
- To act appropriately as a senior nurse in emergency situations, and to be familiar with emergency procedures including fire and resuscitation.
- To maintain and update registration with the NMC, including maintenance of a personal portfolio and revalidation, and to work within the scope of a professional practice as laid out by the NMC code of professional conduct.
For further details please see the attached JD.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oFirst Level Registration registered nurse or relevant Professional qualification
Desirable
- o Post Registration Qualification in Stroke care / Neurology or equivalent demonstrable experience
- o Proven evidence of post-registration study
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- oProven post registration demonstrable experience in an acute setting
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience in stroke care
- Demonstrable experience in Service Improvement
Aptitude and Attitude
Essential
- Proven excellent interpersonal skills
- Adaptable
Desirable
- Clinical skills such as cannulation/venepuncture/catheterisation/ECG recording and interpretation, NG tube placement
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oFirst Level Registration registered nurse or relevant Professional qualification
Desirable
- o Post Registration Qualification in Stroke care / Neurology or equivalent demonstrable experience
- o Proven evidence of post-registration study
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- oProven post registration demonstrable experience in an acute setting
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience in stroke care
- Demonstrable experience in Service Improvement
Aptitude and Attitude
Essential
- Proven excellent interpersonal skills
- Adaptable
Desirable
- Clinical skills such as cannulation/venepuncture/catheterisation/ECG recording and interpretation, NG tube placement
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).
