Job summary
The Neuro- rehabilitation Service at East Lancs Hospitals Trust comprises of Rakehead Rehabilitation Centre which is a 17 bedded unit providing specialist neurorehabilitation for people with complex needs following a neurological event / diagnosis eg Acquired Brain Injury or spinal injury, and Rakehead Community Neurorehabilitation Team (RCNT) which provides this service in a community setting.
We are looking for team players to help us build on our achievements and to ensure that we respond to the challenges of people with complex rehabilitation needs. Our patients present with a combination of physical, psychological and cognitive impairments requiring the support of a dedicated MDT committed to supporting them to achieve their optimum level of independence. Some experience in this area is essential however it is more important that our team is enthusiastic about working in this specialist area. If this is you then we would love to hear from you
Main duties of the job
This post requires a motivated, positive person with previous experience and an understanding of the Rehabilitation process, management of complex neurological conditions and challenging behaviour. Applicants will be committed to inter-disciplinary team working and the empowerment of individuals. You must have 1st level Nursing Qualification, and evidence of continuing professional development
About us
RCNT is comprised of Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational therapy, Speech and Language Therapy and neuro-psychology staff and we pride ourselves on our interdisciplinary approach to rehabilitation. We are a warm and welcoming team and supportive of development of the team and the individuals. A full induction will be provided on appointment
Job description
Job responsibilities
Perform a high level of skilled nursing patient care and rehabilitation within the community setting.
To be responsible for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care of defined patient group.
Be required to deal with a variety of situations and overcome barriers to communication for example challenging behaviours, hostility/anxiety, and cognitive impairment.
Work closely with other MDT members promoting interdisciplinary team working
See attached Jb description for further details
Job description
Job responsibilities
Perform a high level of skilled nursing patient care and rehabilitation within the community setting.
To be responsible for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care of defined patient group.
Be required to deal with a variety of situations and overcome barriers to communication for example challenging behaviours, hostility/anxiety, and cognitive impairment.
Work closely with other MDT members promoting interdisciplinary team working
See attached Jb description for further details
Person Specification
Attainments
Essential
- Registered 1st level nurse
General
Essential
- Computer literacy
- Able to problem solve
Desirable
- oExperience in working with IT systems and electronic clinical records
Special Aptitudes
Essential
- Experience in Neuro rehabilitation Nursing
- Proven ability to work as part of a team
- Working knowledge and experience of Rehabilitation programmes, especially inter-disciplinary teamwork.
Desirable
- Knowledge of community teams and agencies, with commitment to partnership working
- Experience in working in a community setting
Disposition
Essential
- Self-motivated and can motivate others.
- Good interpersonal skills.
Circumstances
Essential
- oFlexibility of shift patterns.
Person Specification
Attainments
Essential
- Registered 1st level nurse
General
Essential
- Computer literacy
- Able to problem solve
Desirable
- oExperience in working with IT systems and electronic clinical records
Special Aptitudes
Essential
- Experience in Neuro rehabilitation Nursing
- Proven ability to work as part of a team
- Working knowledge and experience of Rehabilitation programmes, especially inter-disciplinary teamwork.
Desirable
- Knowledge of community teams and agencies, with commitment to partnership working
- Experience in working in a community setting
Disposition
Essential
- Self-motivated and can motivate others.
- Good interpersonal skills.
Circumstances
Essential
- oFlexibility of shift patterns.
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).
