Staff Nurse - Hyperacute Stroke Unit Ward 5

Job summary

Join Our Dynamic Team as a Band 5 Registered Nurse in the Hyperacute Stroke Unit

An incredible opportunity is waiting for a passionate and driven Band 5 Registered Nurse to become a vital part of our exceptional Hyperacute Stroke Unit at Fairfield General Hospital. Here, you'll provide life-changing care to patients who have experienced a stroke, making a real difference in their recovery journey.

We're on the lookout for an enthusiastic adult nurse who is not just dedicated but also thrives in delivering outstanding standards of care. If you have post-registration experience and a heart for helping others, we want to hear from you. Our unit serves patients from across the Greater Manchester region, meaning your top-notch communication skills will be crucial as you facilitate seamless transfers in and out.

What You'll Bring:

• A commitment to nurturing patient well-being
• A proactive attitude and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team
• Flexibility to work across a 24-hour period, including days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays

If you're ready to embrace this exciting opportunity and be part of a supportive team that values your contributions, apply today and take the next step in your nursing career! Your journey towards making an impact starts here.

Main duties of the job

At Fairfield General Hospital, our multi-disciplinary team is committed to ensuring that every patient receives exceptional support throughout their inpatient journey. When you join us, you'll be surrounded by an inspiring group of healthcare professionals, working collaboratively to make a significant impact in our patients' lives.

What to Expect:

• Gain invaluable support from a diverse range of MDT members and benefit from a robust preceptorship program designed to help you thrive
• Showcase your excellent interpersonal skills as you connect with patients and their families, demonstrating the compassion that makes our team standout
• Work seamlessly across disciplines to deliver high standards of care and support our shared mission of excellence

What We Offer You:

• Continuous professional development: You'll be nurtured by dedicated training professionals who are passionate about your growth! Access a variety of learning resources--including seminar rooms, an IT suite, a library, and skills labs--to enhance your knowledge
• Support in becoming a competent and confident healthcare professional: Experience a comprehensive induction program, classroom-based training, and hands-on clinical skills assessments, all tailored to elevate your capabilities
• A guiding hand from our senior nursing team and highly specialised nurses who are committed to your success

About us

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.