About this role
Job summary
Are you ready to make a real impact in stroke care? Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is looking for an exceptional Nurse/AHP Consultant to lead and innovate within our Stroke Services. This is your chance to shape clinical practice, influence strategy, and drive research that transforms patient outcomes.
Why This Role Matters Stroke care is evolving - and we need leaders who can push boundaries. In this role, you'll:? Deliver advanced clinical expertise, including assessment, diagnosis, and non-medical prescribing.? Lead service development and set the standard for excellence in stroke care.? Educate and inspire multidisciplinary teams, from medical students to senior clinicians.? Drive research and evidence-based practice to keep us at the forefront of innovation.
Main duties of the job Clinical Leadership & ExpertiseDeliver advanced assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for stroke patients, including non-medical prescribing. Act as an expert in stroke medicine and advanced practice, providing specialist advice for acutely unwell patients. Service Development & ManagementLead efficient stroke care pathways with multidisciplinary teams. Develop policies, guidelines, and patient pathways where none exist. Monitor and evaluate services through audits, research, and performance indicators. Education & TrainingDesign and deliver specialist training for all staff groups and medical students. Support clinical placements with higher education institutions and promote a learning culture for professional development. Research & Evidence-Based PracticeInitiate and contribute to stroke research projects. Implement evidence-based practice and drive innovation to enhance academic status and research capability within the Trust. Collaboration & CommunicationBuild strong partnerships with senior clinicians, allied health professionals, networks, and external stakeholders. Communicate complex, sensitive information effectively to patients, carers, and staff. Governance & QualityEnsure compliance with governance, safety, and quality standards. Participate in incident and complaint investigations, ensuring timely resolution. Uphold Trust values and maintain high professional standards.
About us What's In It For You?
A high-profile leadership role with autonomy and influence. Opportunities to shape policy and strategy at local and national level. Access to research, education, and professional development. Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team committed to excellence. Our Promise At Lancashire Teaching Hospitals, we live by our values: Caring and Compassionate, Recognising Individuality, Building Team Spirit, and Taking Personal Responsibility. If you share these values and want to lead change, we want you on our team.
Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Expertise
Deliver advanced assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for stroke patients, including non-medical prescribing. Act as an expert practitioner in all aspects of stroke medicine and acute care. Provide specialist advice and guidance for managing acutely unwell stroke patients. Leadership & Service Development Lead strategic planning for stroke services and contribute to the Trusts Nursing Strategy and Quality Agenda. Develop and implement policies, guidelines, and patient pathways where no previous standards exist. Ensure smooth and efficient operation of stroke care pathways in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Monitor service performance using audits, research, and key performance indicators. Education & Training Design and deliver specialist education programmes for nurses, AHPs, and medical students. Work with higher education institutions to support clinical placements and learning opportunities. Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development. Research & Evidence-Based Practice Initiate and lead research projects in stroke care. Implement evidence-based practice and encourage service innovation. Increase research capability and academic status of stroke services within the Trust. Collaboration & Communication Build strong partnerships with senior medical staff, allied health professionals, stroke provider networks, and external stakeholders. Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to patients, carers, and staff. Represent the Trust at local and national events as a senior lead in stroke care. Governance & Quality Ensure compliance with clinical governance, safety, and quality standards. Participate in investigations of incidents and complaints, ensuring timely resolution. Uphold Trust values and maintain high standards of probity and professionalism.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education Essential
Full Registration with the NMC/HCPC MSc in appropriate subject Hold ALS certification Substantial post registration experience in education and training Post registration qualification in appropriate field of health care E.g. Stroke Care
Desirable
Recognised leadership qualification PG Cert/PG Dip in education Advanced Practitioner Non-medical prescriber certification Management experience certification Research experience, leading to peer reviewed publication Plan to work towards PhD
Knowledge & Experience Essential
Recent, substantial stroke care experience at a senior level Knowledge of global NHS current issues Demonstrate quality improvement in health care Extensive experience in change management An understanding of human factors and implications in clinical practice Experience of audit completion and analysis Able to understand the role of research and development and utilise these in daily work
Desirable
To have undertaken a research study Experience of Publication/presentation at National level
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.
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Employer details Employer name Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Preston Hospital
Preston
PR2 9HT
Employer's website https://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)