We are looking to recruit a Registered Nurse who is passionate about rehabilitation, patient safety and the delivery of exceptional quality care.

Lascelles ward is a 13 bed mixed sex ward specialising in providing inpatient rehabilitation for adults living with a variety of neurological conditions such as head injuries, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's, motor neurone disease, Guillain-Barre syndrome and patients who have suffered strokes.

Lascelles is a friendly ward, which aims to provide and maintain the highest possible standard of nursing care to enhance the patient experience. We have an excellent workforce development programme, and a full induction shall be given to support the successful candidate

You will work closely with the therapy staff to ensure all patients are working towards their rehabilitation goals. You should have an interest in general medicine and a willingness to develop the skills required to become a champion in this field and share those knowledge and skills with your nursing team.

If you would like to meet our amazing team and view our fantastic ward either remotely or in person, please get in touch.

Please note that we do not have any places available for OSCE training in 2024/5. This role requires NMC registration and post-NMC experience.

Main duties of the job

As a Trust we offer our Registered Nurses:

• 4 weeks supernumerary for experienced Nurses
• 2 day clinical skills induction training course
• Access to clinical skills training in our Clinical Skills Lab and personal development courses
• First Line Leadership programme to help develop your leadership skills
• Band 6 and 7 development posts
• Support and guidance with revalidation

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About us

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.

At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!

We offer colleagues:

• A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
• Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
• Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.

Please note:

• Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
• Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
• Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information, please see the Job Description and Personal Specification attached. If you have any questions, please contact Annie Moran on Annie.moran1@nhs.net or 01423 544275

1) To work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and to provide nursing care for patients. This requires detailed knowledge of equipment and specialised information on procedures undertaken in the clinical environment.

2) In consultation with senior staff, the post holder will help plan, co-ordinate, implement, and evaluate care for patients.

3) Maintain standards in accordance with ward /Trust policies and procedures and NMC code of conduct

4) Maintain a safe working environment, being aware of the necessity to comply with Health & Safety regulations and the Environmental Health Act, and to attend mandatory training courses.

5) Maintain safe custody of all drugs and medicines and when trained demonstrate the manipulation, dexterity and co-ordination of IV drugs.

6) To work unsupervised at times, using ward protocols and policies.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• One year post-NMC clinical experience
• Experience of working with stroke / neurological patients in a nursing / rehabilitation setting.

Desirable

• Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse with current NMC registration (no OSCE training available)

Desirable

• Neuro Courses
• Stroke Care Course

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lascelles Neuro rehab unit

Highgate Park

Harrogate

HG1 4PA

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