Job summary
Athlone Rehabilitation Unit is a 22 bedded in-patient rehab unit. We provide multidisciplinary rehabilitation for patients from age 18 and above who require a period of inpatient physical rehabilitation. We have a sister site called Alexandra Rehab Unit which has 11 beds and cross cover may be required.
We are seeking a motivated, caring, and dynamic Rehabilitation Nurse with experience in stroke, to apply for this exciting opportunity to work in our team. The Nurse will work closely with the Multidisciplinary Team consisting of Doctors, Matron, Ward Manager, Staff Nurses, Health Care Assistants, Physiotherapists, Dieticians, Speech and Language Therapists, Podiatrists, Pharmacists, and Domestic Staff.
The Nurse will assist the Ward Manager to provide nursing care to, and support recovery of, patients to meet their rehabilitation goals, focusing on the needs of the patients rather than the illness or condition. Also work closely with other Allied Health Professionals and Social Care services, to maximise patient's recovery, building confidence to regain their control and improve their quality of life.
Main duties of the job
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing nursing care and rehabilitation to inpatients in the rehabilitation unit.
- Undertake comprehensive nursing assessments without supervision, determining patient needs, risks, and planning, implementing, and evaluating care accordingly.
- Act as the named nurse for designated patients, ensuring continuity of care and coordinating discharge planning with other services.
- Manage admissions, provide care and discharge planning while ensuring effective service delivery, in the absence of senior colleagues, take charge of the rehabilitation unit,
- Contribute to maintaining high standards of clinical nursing care using an evidence-based approach, in line with clinical governance principles.
- Support, supervise, and mentor clinical support workers, nursing associates, and students
About us
Just as we care about our patients' wellbeing, we care about yours!
We can offer you:
- A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
- Car lease scheme *T&C's apply
- Flexible working options
- Annual travel card loan
- Training, support and development in your career
To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to Job description and personal specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to Job description and personal specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RN) with current NMC registration.
- Evidence of continuing professional education and training.
Desirable
- Assessor or mentor training (or willingness to undertake).
- Post-registration qualifications in relevant areas (e.g., chronic disease management, wound care).
Experience
Essential
- Recent post-registration nursing experience
- Experience working with people with complex needs and long-term conditions.
- Evidence of supervising junior staff and supporting students in clinical practice.
- Experience of holistic health assessments and care planning.
Desirable
- Experience in both rehabilitation
- Participation in clinical audits, research, or service development initiatives.
Skills
Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge of evidence-based nursing practice and clinical governance.
- Proficiency in nursing procedures relevant to rehabilitation
- Ability to prioritise, delegate, and manage workload effectively.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and IT skills (e.g., electronic patient records).
- Knowledge of safeguarding and risk management principles.
Desirable
- Knowledge of recent policy changes in community and rehabilitation care.
- Advanced skills in managing long-term conditions (e.g., diabetes, heart failure).
Other
Essential
- Flexibility to cross cover our sister unit as required
- Commitment to the Trust's values and behaviours.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RN) with current NMC registration.
- Evidence of continuing professional education and training.
Desirable
- Assessor or mentor training (or willingness to undertake).
- Post-registration qualifications in relevant areas (e.g., chronic disease management, wound care).
Experience
Essential
- Recent post-registration nursing experience
- Experience working with people with complex needs and long-term conditions.
- Evidence of supervising junior staff and supporting students in clinical practice.
- Experience of holistic health assessments and care planning.
Desirable
- Experience in both rehabilitation
- Participation in clinical audits, research, or service development initiatives.
Skills
Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge of evidence-based nursing practice and clinical governance.
- Proficiency in nursing procedures relevant to rehabilitation
- Ability to prioritise, delegate, and manage workload effectively.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and IT skills (e.g., electronic patient records).
- Knowledge of safeguarding and risk management principles.
Desirable
- Knowledge of recent policy changes in community and rehabilitation care.
- Advanced skills in managing long-term conditions (e.g., diabetes, heart failure).
Other
Essential
- Flexibility to cross cover our sister unit as required
- Commitment to the Trust's values and behaviours.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
