Job summary Join Our Dynamic Team as a Band 5 Registered Nurse in the Hyperacute Stroke Unit An incredible opportunity is waiting for a passionate and driven Band 5 Registered Nurse to become a vital part of our exceptional Hyperacute Stroke Unit at Fairfield General Hospital. Here, you'll provide life-changing care to patients who have experienced a stroke, making a real difference in their recovery journey. We're on the lookout for an enthusiastic adult nurse who is not just dedicated but also thrives in delivering outstanding standards of care. If you have post-registration experience and a heart for helping others, we want to hear from you. Our unit serves patients from across the Greater Manchester region, meaning your top-notch communication skills will be crucial as you facilitate seamless transfers in and out. What You'll Bring: A commitment to nurturing patient well-being A proactive attitude and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team Flexibility to work across a 24-hour period, including days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays If you're ready to embrace this exciting opportunity and be part of a supportive team that values your contributions, apply today and take the next step in your nursing career Your journey towards making an impact starts here. Main duties of the job At Fairfield General Hospital, our multi-disciplinary team is committed to ensuring that every patient receives exceptional support throughout their inpatient journey. When you join us, you'll be surrounded by an inspiring group of healthcare professionals, working collaboratively to make a significant impact in our patients' lives. What to Expect: Gain invaluable support from a diverse range of MDT members and benefit from a robust preceptorship program designed to help you thrive Showcase your excellent interpersonal skills as you connect with patients and their families, demonstrating the compassion that makes our team standout Work seamlessly across disciplines to deliver high standards of care and support our shared mission of excellence What We Offer You: Continuous professional development: You'll be nurtured by dedicated training professionals who are passionate about your growth Access a variety of learning resourcesincluding seminar rooms, an IT suite, a library, and skills labsto enhance your knowledge Support in becoming a competent and confident healthcare professional: Experience a comprehensive induction program, classroom-based training, and hands-on clinical skills assessments, all tailored to elevate your capabilities A guiding hand from our senior nursing team and highly specialised nurses who are committed to your success About us The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance. Date posted 25 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number C9236-25-0734 Job locations Fairfield General Hospital Rochdale Old Road Bury BL9 7TD Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as an Registered Nurse in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC PIN within the next 3 months. Please note an NMC PRN PIN is not a full NMC PIN and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role. The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receive a full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website: https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/ Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as an Registered Nurse in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC PIN within the next 3 months. Please note an NMC PRN PIN is not a full NMC PIN and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role. The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receive a full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website: https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/ Person Specification Registration & Qualifications Essential NMC Registration Desirable Degree in nursing studies Knowledge, Skills & Experience Essential Evidence of involvement in teaching and mentoring learners Evidence of CPD Desirable Previous experience with stroke patients Evidence of proven experience, post NMC registration Person Specification Registration & Qualifications Essential NMC Registration Desirable Degree in nursing studies Knowledge, Skills & Experience Essential Evidence of involvement in teaching and mentoring learners Evidence of CPD Desirable Previous experience with stroke patients Evidence of proven experience, post NMC registration 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Address Fairfield General Hospital Rochdale Old Road Bury BL9 7TD Employer's website https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)