We are looking for dynamic and intuitive Band 5 Staff Nurse to come and join our team in the Stroke Rehabilitation Unit.

We are looking for individuals who have the enthusiasm for delivering world class care to patients and their families, a reliable work record and the desire to learn and further develop their skills. You will need to be self-motivated, and posses excellent clinical care and skills.

We are passionate about what we do and the patients we serve. We are an equal opportunities employer and our patients are rich in diversity. We recruit to ensure we build a similarly diverse mix across our workforce. We are a values led organisation and we are rightly proud of our world class reputation and our people

This advert is open to all applicants with an active Nursing and Midwifery Council Personal Identification Number. This refers to an NMC PIN, which allows you to work as a registered nurse or midwife in the UK.

Please note, this does not include the Personal Reference Number (PRN) used during the pre-OSCE application process. If you only have a PRN, we kindly ask that you do not apply for this post.

Our Practice Education Team will support you through a supernumery period during your orientation to the ward. Following orientation and completion of relevant competencies, you will have the opportunity to access university-based post-graduate courses or stand alone courses as part of our investment in our staff.

Closing date: 24/09/2024

Interview date: 07/10/2024

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work under the supervision of the ward manager and multi-disciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining excellent standards of nursing care and staff development.

To be responsible for the continuing professional development and overall performance of student nurses and unqualified staff on the ward.

The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care with provisions of preceptorship/mentorship.

To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide cover for any area specified

About us

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.

We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.

We have around 22,700 staff, making us one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country and one of the biggest employers locally.

Organisational Values:

Our values help us to define and develop our culture, what we do and how we do it. It is important that you understand andreflect these values throughout your employment with the Trust.

The post holder will:

• Put patients first
• Take pride in what they do
• Respect others
• Strive to be the best
• Act with integrity

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please see detailed job description and person specification attached for further information about this role

Person Specification

Value and Behaviour

Essential

• Values and Behaviour

Knowledge

Essential

• RN1/ RN2/ RN12 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register. To hold the appropriate level for the area of speciality
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Knowledge on stroke and patient management

Skills

Essential

• Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
• Ability to administer prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and blood products

Desirable

• Venepuncture and Cannulation
• Tracheostomy trained
• NG Competency
• BLS
• Mentorship qualification / SSSA& P

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in the relevant area
• Completion of preceptorship

Desirable

• Experience in complex discharge planning
• Experience working in Stroke / Neuro Rehab Units

Employer details

Employer name

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St. Thomas' Hospital

Westminster Bridge Road

London

SE1 7EH

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