Please see the Job Description for main duties and responsibilities The development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, including discharge planning for each patient. This will include the specialist assessment of care and health education needs of stroke patients. To be designated to take charge of the unit in the absence of the ward manager. To work in accordance with the Unit's philosophy of care and contribute towards achieving its objectives. To maintain effective communication and promote professional caring and partnership. To participate in clinical supervision as appropriate and to teach and act as a facilitator/mentor/preceptor and role model to less experienced staff, developing expertise in stroke nursing.