Job summary
We are looking to recruit Band 5 Registered Nurses who are highly motivated and who have a passion to deliver high quality stroke care and patient safety on our stroke unit.
The stroke unit consists of a 16 bed Hyper Acute Stroke Unit (HASU), A16 bed HASU step down and a 25 bed Acute Stroke Unit (ASU) providing rehabilitation by a highly skilled and motivated multidisciplinary team, for stroke patients from the Knowsley, St Helens, Halton and Warrington area.
We currently see approximately 1300 confirmed strokes per year and provide a 24/7 thrombolysis service for circa 150 patients a year.
We are looking for individuals with the enthusiasm to support current developments and expansion of the stroke service and who want to learn in a structured and supported ward environment.
You will be working closely with a highly skilled multi-disciplinary team, who have a real passion for delivering stroke care and taking our service forward.
Dependant on your experience, you will be given a protected preceptorship period along with bespoke training and personal development plan, this will be supported by our Education Lead for the Stroke Service.
The stroke service has been consistently one of the highest performing teams in the country on the Sentinel Stroke National Audit Programme (SSNAP) for several years.
There are both full and part time vacancies available.
An Enhanced DBS Certificate with the checking of the Children's and Adults' Barred Lists is required for this post.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible in association with the team leader for the formulation and implementation of individual patient care plans.
To participate in the holistic assessment of patients, and to formulate and review individual patient care plans and to act as 'named nurse' or associate for a group of patients from admission to discharge as determined by the Ward Manager.
To commence and participate in research/special projects as directed by the ward manager.
To contribute to the setting, maintaining and monitoring of standards of care within the ward.
Help to ensure that all equipment is in safe working order in conjunction with the department equipment controller.
Internal rotation on to night duty and twilight shifts as required.
To assist in the promotion of effective communication with all ward staff and other departments as required.
Promote the safeguarding of vulnerable patients in line with national and local policy.
About us
The Secretary of State has approved the partnership between St Helens & Knowsley and Southport & Ormskirk Hospitals.
From 1st July we have come together as a single organisation under the name Mersey & West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
The Trust delivers acute hospital care, intermediate care, community, and primary care services to a population of over 600,000 people with a combined workforce of around 9000 dedicated and skilled staff from 17 locations including Whiston, Southport & Formby, St Helens, Ormskirk and Newton hospitals.
The Trust provides regional services for burns, plastic surgery and spinal injuries to more than 4 million people across Mersey and West Lancashire, Cheshire, the Isle of Man and North Wales.
Our Vision is to deliver 5 Star Patient Care:
- CAREthat is evidence based, high quality and compassionate
- SAFETY that is of the highest standards
- COMMUNICATION that is open, inclusive and respectful
- SYSTEMS that are efficient, patient centred and reliable
- PATHWAYS that are best practice and embedded, but also respect the individual needs of patients
Our achievements include:
- Trust rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- Awarded National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for our Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Please see our Wellbeing & Benefits booklet for more information on our staff benefits. Accessible version available upon request.
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY DUTIES
To be responsible in association with the team leader for the formulation and implementation of individual patient care plans.
To participate in the holistic assessment of patients, and to formulate and review individual patient care plans and to act as named nurse or associate for a group of patients from admission to discharge as determined by the Ward Manager.
To commence and participate in research/special projects as directed by the ward manager.
To contribute to the setting, maintaining and monitoring of standards of care within the ward.
Help to ensure that all equipment is in safe working order in conjunction with the department equipment controller.
Internal rotation on to night duty and twilight shifts as required.
To assist in the promotion of effective communication with all ward staff and other departments as required.
Promote the safeguarding of vulnerable patients in line with national and local policy.
CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain appropriate NMC registration
To be aware of and practice professionally in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct and The Scope of Professional Practice.
To personally ensure fulfilment of the requirements for professional updating and to maintain a personal record for the future registration purposes.
Ensure that nursing care is appropriate, provided and is consistent with clinical guidelines.
Implement and evaluate programmes of care to meet needs of patients and undertake all forms of care within the clinical environment.
In accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008, the post holder will actively participate in the prevention and control of infection within the capacity of their role. The Act requires the post holder to attend infection prevention and control training on induction and at regular updates and to take responsibility for the practical application of the training in the course of their work. Infection prevention and control must be included in any personal development plan and/or appraisal.
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure patient records are kept up to date and accurate and recording is done in line with Trust policies and procedures.
TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSBILITIES
To participate in the teaching of students and the in-service training of qualified nurses and health care assistants and act as facilitator/mentor/preceptor as appropriate.
LINE MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise Health Care Assistants as and when required
Supervise Junior Staff Nurses once deemed sufficiently competent and experienced in role by Ward Manager
RESEARCH & AUDIT
To commence and participate in research/special projects as directed by the ward manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY DUTIES
To be responsible in association with the team leader for the formulation and implementation of individual patient care plans.
To participate in the holistic assessment of patients, and to formulate and review individual patient care plans and to act as named nurse or associate for a group of patients from admission to discharge as determined by the Ward Manager.
To commence and participate in research/special projects as directed by the ward manager.
To contribute to the setting, maintaining and monitoring of standards of care within the ward.
Help to ensure that all equipment is in safe working order in conjunction with the department equipment controller.
Internal rotation on to night duty and twilight shifts as required.
To assist in the promotion of effective communication with all ward staff and other departments as required.
Promote the safeguarding of vulnerable patients in line with national and local policy.
CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain appropriate NMC registration
To be aware of and practice professionally in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct and The Scope of Professional Practice.
To personally ensure fulfilment of the requirements for professional updating and to maintain a personal record for the future registration purposes.
Ensure that nursing care is appropriate, provided and is consistent with clinical guidelines.
Implement and evaluate programmes of care to meet needs of patients and undertake all forms of care within the clinical environment.
In accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008, the post holder will actively participate in the prevention and control of infection within the capacity of their role. The Act requires the post holder to attend infection prevention and control training on induction and at regular updates and to take responsibility for the practical application of the training in the course of their work. Infection prevention and control must be included in any personal development plan and/or appraisal.
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure patient records are kept up to date and accurate and recording is done in line with Trust policies and procedures.
TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSBILITIES
To participate in the teaching of students and the in-service training of qualified nurses and health care assistants and act as facilitator/mentor/preceptor as appropriate.
LINE MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise Health Care Assistants as and when required
Supervise Junior Staff Nurses once deemed sufficiently competent and experienced in role by Ward Manager
RESEARCH & AUDIT
To commence and participate in research/special projects as directed by the ward manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse, with current NMC Registration
Desirable
- Teaching & Assessing Qualification/Training or equivalent experience
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical skills required to undertake the role
- Knowledge of current professional & clinical issues
- Knowledge of Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults procedures
Desirable
- Substantial post registration experience
- Substantial post registration experience within an acute hospital setting
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent time management, record management and organisational skills
Other
Essential
- Motivated individual, commitment to personal & professional development
- Flexible and adaptable approach
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse, with current NMC Registration
Desirable
- Teaching & Assessing Qualification/Training or equivalent experience
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical skills required to undertake the role
- Knowledge of current professional & clinical issues
- Knowledge of Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults procedures
Desirable
- Substantial post registration experience
- Substantial post registration experience within an acute hospital setting
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent time management, record management and organisational skills
Other
Essential
- Motivated individual, commitment to personal & professional development
- Flexible and adaptable approach
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).
