An opportunity has arisen for a developmental B6 post working alongside the Stroke Specialist Nurses. The post will provide insight into managing patients presenting with suspected stroke, and develop key skills required in order to perform this role effectively. This is a developmental post with the aim to work independently as a B7 Stroke Specialist Nurse once assessed fully competent. The successful candidate will be required to undertake further training in the clinical assessment of patients, and the non-medical prescribers course at some point.

The Stroke service within Derriford Hospital is expanding and this is an exciting time to join the team, and to help take this service forward

We would very much welcome applications from anyone with experience of working within the Stroke service, or those with sound knowledge and experience of looking after sick and deteriorating patients

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Main duties of the job

1. Assist with investigations for patients with suspected stroke attending the Emergency Department

2. Clinical duties such as, but not limited to, administration of antithrombotic medication preparation for mechanical thrombectomy swallow screening and nutrition management fluid management including intravenous fluid management continence management including intermittent catheterisation and insertion of indwelling catheters cognitive screening cannulation and venepuncture

3. Liaise with the ASU and the bed management team to ensure that all new patients reach the stroke unit within 4 hours of hospital arrival

4. Where necessary help transport new admissions to the Acute Stroke Unit

5. Communicate effectively with various other disciplines involved in the stroke pathway

6. Help collect SSNAP data accurately

7. Maintain and update the library of stroke information leaflets at ward level and link with the health information service in the main concourse to ensure that stroke information is current

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY.If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100.We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams.It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as part of a cohesive team liaising closely with medical and nursing staff across the Trust

Setting professional standards for the junior team and maintaining them

To work alongside senior Stroke nurses and Medical team in assessing and caring for acute stroke pts

Work closely with ward nursing staff to ensure best evidence based practice is adopted through the development of care pathways, protocols and procedures related to the care of Stroke patients.

Assisting developing clear processes for staff regarding Stroke patient management in terms of timeframe for test, investigations, results, LOS discharge etc.

Be aware of any potential stroke patients for review in ED, on the MAU, or outlied on other wards

Identify new admissions and ensure that a plan is in place to bring outlying patients onto the stroke unit as soon as possible

Assess patient risk factors and advise on modifiable risk factors

Maintain and promotes privacy and dignity of all patients at all times.

Proactively seek to understand how improvements can be made to the service, and work with other members of the team to develop and implement these improvements

To work in accordance with the Trust policies and procedures.

To act appropriately as a senior nurse in emergency situations, and to be familiar with emergency procedures including fire and resuscitation.

To maintain and update registration with the NMC, including maintenance of a personal portfolio and revalidation, and to work within the scope of a professional practice as laid out by the NMC code of professional conduct.

For further details please see the attached JD.

Person Specification

Educational

Essential

• NMC / HCPC / GMC registration

Desirable

• o Post Registration Qualification in Stroke care / Neurology or equivalent demonstrable experience
• o Proven evidence of post-registration study

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working in a large clinical setting.
• Proven evidence of post-registration study

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience in stroke care
• Demonstrable experience in Service Improvement

Aptitude and Attitude

Essential

• Proven excellent interpersonal skills
• Adaptable

Desirable

• Clinical skills such as cannulation/venepuncture/catheterisation/ECG recording and interpretation, NG tube placement

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

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