Job summary Are you thinking that this year you want to develop your career? Wanting a new challenge and want to do it in a supportive progressive environment? Look no further University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust are excited to invite you to apply for a Band 5 position on our acute Stroke Unit at St Richard's Hospital. You will be invited to interview on the Stroke Unit and will have the opportunity to meet staff and have a tour of the unit We welcome applications from newly qualified and experienced nurses. No Stroke experience is necessary as full training will be given and supported in this field. Main duties of the job We have an award winning preceptorship programme that will allow you to transition through your first year with support and guidance. This is protected time away from your ward and allows you to network and grow within your peer group. At University Hospitals Sussex, we are committed to supporting the NHS in becoming the world's first net zero health service. We have developed our plan using the Care without Carbon framework for sustainable healthcare. Projects that deliver the greatest direct CO2 reduction, as well as cultural change, will be prioritised. In summary what can we offer you: Access to ongoing training and continual professional development opportunities Best work/life balance so we'll offer you a supportive and flexible working environment that will allow this. We have an excellent health and wellbeing support network for all our colleagues, including lots of discounts in local business and hospitality As a Band 5 staff nurse you will be supported with learning new clinical skills and relevant Stroke nursing skills You will be responsible for looking after a group of patients with support from HCA's and senior nursing staff You will be looking after patients in the acute phase of their Stroke through to the rehabilitation phase You will be working alongside a dedicated team of allied health professionals and supported by daily MDT meetings and bespoke training on the ward We want to hire talent: if this is you, join us today About us At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do. We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 279-6684590-OCT24 Job locations St Richard's Hospital Spitalfield Lane Chichester PO19 6SE Job description Job responsibilities Expert Clinical Practice To review patients on admission: ensure patients have timely access to appropriate investigations, referrals and assessments and that relevant personnel are informed. Undertake clinical competencies relevant to nursing role. To support staff when indicated in the management of challenging patients, families or situations. To deal sensitively with patients and / or relatives / carers who may be exhibiting a high level of anxiety or aggression. To be able to sympathetically convey unwelcome news to patients and / or relatives/carers regarding diagnosis and potential recovery. To be able to clearly document and record nursing interventions and communicate effectively with all members of the MDT To provide a high standard of personal care to our patients ensuring a holistic approach to individuals To provide enhanced monitoring of our patients post Thrombolysis and to act on any changes in a patients condition swiftly To report any concerns to the nurse in charge / seniors and use the Trust's Datix reporting system to record any incidents To assist with daily jobs / audits in the ward area and play an active role in prevention of infection and maintaining a safe environment To assist with effective discharge planning and flow of patients Please see attached Job Description for full details. We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses. Job description Job responsibilities Expert Clinical Practice To review patients on admission: ensure patients have timely access to appropriate investigations, referrals and assessments and that relevant personnel are informed. Undertake clinical competencies relevant to nursing role. To support staff when indicated in the management of challenging patients, families or situations. To deal sensitively with patients and / or relatives / carers who may be exhibiting a high level of anxiety or aggression. To be able to sympathetically convey unwelcome news to patients and / or relatives/carers regarding diagnosis and potential recovery. To be able to clearly document and record nursing interventions and communicate effectively with all members of the MDT To provide a high standard of personal care to our patients ensuring a holistic approach to individuals To provide enhanced monitoring of our patients post Thrombolysis and to act on any changes in a patients condition swiftly To report any concerns to the nurse in charge / seniors and use the Trust's Datix reporting system to record any incidents To assist with daily jobs / audits in the ward area and play an active role in prevention of infection and maintaining a safe environment To assist with effective discharge planning and flow of patients Please see attached Job Description for full details. We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses. Person Specification past relevant training / experience Essential achieved grades and year Desirable achieved grade and year Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role) Person Specification past relevant training / experience Essential achieved grades and year Desirable achieved grade and year Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role) 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. 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Address St Richard's Hospital Spitalfield Lane Chichester PO19 6SE Employer's website https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)