Staff Nurse - Stroke Unit inBournemouth inBournemouth PUBLISHED FRI 1 NOV 2024

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year pa/pro rata PERMANENT
MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS NMC

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust rKbQi0Pk

The University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking motivated and enthusiastic nurses for the Staff Nurse position in their Stroke Unit at Royal Bournemouth Hospital. Candidates will join an inclusive multidisciplinary team and benefit from a tailored stroke induction program along with ongoing clinical training, with the potential for significant career development. The role emphasises building clinical skills in a supportive environment, contributing to quality improvement initiatives, and fostering a positive team spirit, while also offering flexible working hours for a healthy work-life balance.

Applicants should hold an active UK NMC Registration and may apply for either full-time or part-time positions. The job also involves providing evidence-based patient care, supervising junior staff, and stepping into leadership roles as needed. Interested candidates are encouraged to review the detailed job description and person specification documents for further insights into the position.

Are you a staff nurse searching for your next challenge?

We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic staff nurses to join our inclusive and friendly multidisciplinary team in the Stroke Unit.

We offer a bespoke stroke induction programme and actively encourage clinical training. This role offers the successful candidate an incredible opportunity for career development and a chance to make a positive impact on the service we provide.

We will help to develop your clinical skills in a supportive environment, building on your existing knowledge to give you the confidence to progress - if you are committed and caring, join us and be a part of our quality improvement initiatives.

In return, we can offer you:

Positive team spirit
Excellent training and development opportunities
A team who support one another
Flexible working
Work life balance

Deputy sister Kate Shearer said:

"I have worked on the unit for eighteen years, it has been supportive in ensuring I have the right work/home life balance to enable me to continue with my career. There is a real team spirit on the unit and great learning opportunities."

We are accepting applicants for full time and part time hours.

This role requires an active UK NMC Registration

Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Interview Date: TBC

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

About us
To provide nursing expertise, facilitate evidence-based patient care.To support the Trust strategy of delivering a quality healthcare service forpatients and their families.To work within and to support the Trust objectives and the ward departmentphilosophy and standards.To supervise and direct junior staff, to act as a resource to provide educationand training and this may include members of the multi-disciplinary team. You maybe required to take charge of the ward area in the absence of Ward Manager/deputies.

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

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To work as a Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of formal education, clinical skills, practical experience, and personal attributes. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required:

Educational Qualifications:

1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.

2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.

Clinical Skills:

1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.

2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.

3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.

4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.

5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.

6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).

Soft Skills:

1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.

2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.

3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.

4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.

5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills:

1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.

2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.

3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).

Continuing Professional Development:

1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.

Employment Considerations:

1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.

2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.

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