Job summary
Are you considering specializing in neurological rehabilitation nursing?
We have an opportunity for a highly motivated NMC-registered Band 5 Staff Nurse to join the Charing Cross Neurological Rehabilitation Unit (CNRU) at Charing Cross Hospital.
What we offer:
- You will be supported by a highly motivated senior nursing team which includes a Ward Manager, Lead Nurse & Clinical Practice Educator.
- On-going training which includes the Level 7 neuroscience course (among others), in-house training and ward-based specialist learning.
- Access to a wide range of learning, development and innovation opportunities.
- Quality Improvement & Leadership courses.
- Full induction programme and team-based (self) rostering.
Help take your career in the right direction, develop your competencies and confidence with us and join our growing team.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need
Main duties of the job
The assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for adults in their care.
- The post holder will use specialist knowledge and competence gained through post registration courses in caring for adults.
- Will be expected to supervise HCAs and teach students.
- Support the CNRU team to deliver safe and effective care, ensuring skills are maintained and opportunities for self-development are identified and agreed.
- Contribute to ward development plans, including participation in ward accreditation and Pathway to Excellence activities.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Neurosciences-based qualification
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Ability to solve problems and contribute new ideas
- Ability to organise ward activities and to use initiative
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Willingness to learn about neuro-rehab nursing.
Desirable
- 6+ months experience in neuro-rehab nursing
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Neurosciences-based qualification
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Ability to solve problems and contribute new ideas
- Ability to organise ward activities and to use initiative
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Willingness to learn about neuro-rehab nursing.
Desirable
- 6+ months experience in neuro-rehab nursing
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).
