Job summary
We have an exciting opportunities within our Acute Stroke UnitWe have 2 positions as below to join our Stroke unit RAP team as a RAP Specialist Nurse Band 6 (Rapid Assessment Protocol)
1 x Full time permanent position1 x Full time (12 month secondment)
Main duties of the job
Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of evidence based nursing care to a group of patients
Responsible for assessment of patients admitted to the Emergency Department with a suspected stroke and ensuring timely admission to the Hyper Acute Stroke Unit
Responsible for ensuring targets for care of stroke patients are met
Leadership and supervision of others carrying out all aspects of the caring process
Deputise and take charge of the given area regularly in the absence of the Sister / Charge Nurse who has 24 hour accountability and responsibility
Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care
Participate in the effective clinical leadership and management of the ward team
Actively contribute to the improvement of services and the quality of care provision to meet the needs of patients, service users and their families
Act as a role model, mentoring, teaching, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement and participate in the education, development and mentorship of other staff
About us
If you are successful you'll become part of a talented, passionate team of people, committed to providing the best care for patients.
As a substantive member of the team you will enjoy one of the most competitive and flexible benefits packages offered by any employer in the UK.
On top of your basic salary, you will receive
- at least 27 days' holiday each year,
- NHS Pension Scheme including Life Assurance
- Option to buy/trade in Annual Leave
- 25 year Long service award
- Salary Exchange arrangement offering applicable Tax, National Insurance and Pension savings on new cars, cycles and on-site living accommodation
- Exclusive 'Salary Maxing' Benefits Portal to access benefits from home or work
- Generous Maternity / Paternity / Adoption and Shared Parental leave
- Flexible Working
- Free travel via 'Hospital Hopper' across the three Hospital sites
- AMICA staff counselling service
- Slimming World classes
- Self-referral to Physiotherapy
- Emotional Resilience workshops
- Onsite fruit and veg stalls
Job description
Job responsibilities
please see full Job description as attached
Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of evidence based nursing care to a group of patients
Responsible for assessment of patients admitted to the Emergency Department with a suspected stroke and ensuring timely admission to the Hyper Acute Stroke Unit
Responsible for ensuring targets for care of stroke patients are met
Leadership and supervision of others carrying out all aspects of the caring process
Deputise and take charge of the given area regularly in the absence of the Sister / Charge Nurse who has 24 hour accountability and responsibility
Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care
Participate in the effective clinical leadership and management of the ward team
Actively contribute to the improvement of services and the quality of care provision to meet the needs of patients, service users and their families
Act as a role model, mentoring, teaching, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement and participate in the education, development and mentorship of other staff
Job description
Job responsibilities
please see full Job description as attached
Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of evidence based nursing care to a group of patients
Responsible for assessment of patients admitted to the Emergency Department with a suspected stroke and ensuring timely admission to the Hyper Acute Stroke Unit
Responsible for ensuring targets for care of stroke patients are met
Leadership and supervision of others carrying out all aspects of the caring process
Deputise and take charge of the given area regularly in the absence of the Sister / Charge Nurse who has 24 hour accountability and responsibility
Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care
Participate in the effective clinical leadership and management of the ward team
Actively contribute to the improvement of services and the quality of care provision to meet the needs of patients, service users and their families
Act as a role model, mentoring, teaching, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement and participate in the education, development and mentorship of other staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with NMC UK pin
- Relevant experience (2 years post reg minimum)
Desirable
- Degree level
- leadership course/qualification (or working towards)
Communication
Essential
- Demonstrates excellent communication skills
- Good verbal and written skills
- Ability to effectively problem solve
Desirable
- Previous project management
Experience
Essential
- Role knowledge of a RAP Nurse
- Experience working within an acute stroke unit or similar
- Demonstrates a high level of clinical expertise
Desirable
- Audit experience
- experience of working autonomously
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with NMC UK pin
- Relevant experience (2 years post reg minimum)
Desirable
- Degree level
- leadership course/qualification (or working towards)
Communication
Essential
- Demonstrates excellent communication skills
- Good verbal and written skills
- Ability to effectively problem solve
Desirable
- Previous project management
Experience
Essential
- Role knowledge of a RAP Nurse
- Experience working within an acute stroke unit or similar
- Demonstrates a high level of clinical expertise
Desirable
- Audit experience
- experience of working autonomously
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).
