About this role
Job summary
We are looking for highly motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 nurses with excellent communication skills, who relish the challenge of working within a neurosciences speciality.
The Acute Stroke Unit is a specialist unit that admits patients with acute stroke, direct from the emergency department. We specialise in caring for hyperacute, Level 2 critical care patients as well as acute stroke patients.
We are one of the fastest thrombolysing units in the country and consistently score an A rating on SSNAP.
Our annual turnover of patients' range between 900-1000 patients a year, resulting in a busy, hyperacute unit that is well established and focused on providing excellent patient care.
We believe in your ongoing educational and career development and you will be actively encouraged to further your educational pathway with support from our practice educators and senior nurses.
We work closely as part of a wider MDT, promoting multi-disciplinary working.
We have strong links with research and development and have recently been awarded Accreditation from the Research department at Reading University.
If you are looking for a change in career and have previous stroke experience, we would love to hear from you.
We would welcome informal telephone enquiries for both Band 5 positions to the Ward Manager on 01183228944.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for highly motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 nurses with excellent communication skills, who relish the challenge of working within a neurosciences speciality.
The Acute Stroke Unit is a specialist unit that admits patients with acute stroke, direct from the emergency department. We specialise in caring for hyperacute, Level 2 critical care patients as well as acute stroke patients.
We are one of the fastest thrombolysing units in the country and consistently score an A rating on SSNAP.
Our annual turnover of patients' range between 900-1000 patients a year, resulting in a busy, hyperacute unit that is well established and focused on providing excellent patient care.
We believe in your ongoing educational and career development and you will be actively encouraged to further your educational pathway with support from our practice educators and senior nurses.
We work closely as part of a wider MDT, promoting multi-disciplinary working.
We have strong links with research and development and have recently been awarded Accreditation from the Research department at Reading University.
If you are looking for a change in career and have previous stroke experience, we would love to hear from you.
We would welcome informal telephone enquiries for both Band 5 positions to the Ward Manager on 01183228944.
About us
Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
Job description Job responsibilities
We are looking for highly motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 nurses with excellent communication skills, who relish the challenge of working within a neurosciences speciality.
The Acute Stroke Unit is a specialist unit that admits patients with acute stroke, direct from the emergency department. We specialise in caring for hyperacute, Level 2 critical care patients as well as acute stroke patients.
We are one of the fastest thrombolysing units in the country and consistently score an A rating on SSNAP.
Our annual turnover of patients range between 900-1000 patients a year, resulting in a busy, hyperacute unit that is well established and focused on providing excellent patient care.
We believe in your ongoing educational and career development and you will be actively encouraged to further your educational pathway with support from our practice educators and senior nurses.
We work closely as part of a wider MDT, promoting multi-disciplinary working.
We have strong links with research and development and have recently been awarded Accreditation from the Research department at Reading University.
If you are looking for a change in career and have previous stroke experience, we would love to hear from you.
We would welcome informal telephone enquiries for both Band 5 positions to the Ward Manager on 01183228944.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training Essential
Registered Nurse -part 1
Desirable
Educated to degree level or working towards
Experience Essential
Experience (through placement or employment ) of working in an acute clinical environment
Desirable
Experience in speciality may be an advantage
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities Essential
Excellent written communication and attention to detail. Demonstrates sound clinical knowledge and up to date nursing practice with evidence of critical thinking and problem solving
Desirable
Shows interest in facilitating learning and development of others
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 Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address royal berkshire hospital
london road
reading
RG1 5AN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)