Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Nurse, with extensive post - registration experience, to join our James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
The James Paget University Hospital is a vibrant university hospital providing the best possible care to the people of east Norfolk and north Suffolk. We are situated on the coast with several beautiful beaches and the Broads National Park on the doorstep, and we are within commuting distance of Norwich city centre.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated compassionate Neurology Specialist Nurse, who is highly motivated, and an excellent communicator.
Although this is an autonomous role you will be working closely with the Neurology team, or elsewhere in the Trust.
You will manage a clinical caseload of patients within clinics, and assist in in the management of in-patients, and provide education and training for patients and clinical staff.
The successful candidate will be expected to participate in leading and developing change of the Neurological patient pathways.
About us
In return we will offer you:
Professional development and support tailored to your individual needRole and skill extension Leadership training
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Job description
Job responsibilities
If you are interested in applying for this role, the job Description provides details of responsibilities and requirements please use your supporting statement to demonstrate how you meet the person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
If you are interested in applying for this role, the job Description provides details of responsibilities and requirements please use your supporting statement to demonstrate how you meet the person specification.
Person Specification
Education and qualification
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Degree or willingness to undertake
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive post registration experience to include a minimum of 3 years experience within the field of Neurology
- Evidence of managing own caseload
- Experience in providing counselling to patients and their family
Skills, abilities and competencies
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
Behavioural qualities
Essential
- Calm and confident, approachable manner
- Responsive Communication
Person Specification
Education and qualification
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Degree or willingness to undertake
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive post registration experience to include a minimum of 3 years experience within the field of Neurology
- Evidence of managing own caseload
- Experience in providing counselling to patients and their family
Skills, abilities and competencies
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
Behavioural qualities
Essential
- Calm and confident, approachable manner
- Responsive Communication
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).
