We are looking for a registered nurse who is looking for a new challenge on a busy, exciting stroke rehabilitation ward .This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of our Stroke pathway here at NGH and be involved in making a difference to our patients and our service.
The successful candidate will have to build a working relationship with not only the nurses, HCA’s, medical team on the stroke rehabilitation ward but also with the wider MDT (physiotherapist, occupational therapist, SALT and dietician) to ensure a smooth pathway for stroke patients.
The Division has a dedicated practice development team who works across the Division and support our nurses within their clinical areas to grow and develop. Staff have an opportunity to undertake bespoke modules which are specific to their own clinical specialty.
We are looking for highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals. You will need to be innovative and adaptable, keen to learn new skills proving self-development and be a positive member of our busy team.
You will need to be innovative, able to demonstrate excellent communication skills and a commitment in supporting the development and learning of all the team whilst upholding Northampton General Hospital Trust values.
Clinical excellence
The post holder will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care, maintaining at all times the highest standard of nursing care.
Liaise with, and provide relevant information to other members of the multidisciplinary team.
Assist in the supervision and monitoring of nursing practice under the guidance of the nurse in charge.
Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.
Demonstrate good standards of practice about documentation in-line with Trust policy.
Demonstrate a good knowledge base of general nursing care using the latest evidence on which to base their practice.
Demonstrate competence, or willingness to develop competence, in expanded role skills.
People/Management Excellence
Prioritise and demonstrate the ability to manage their own workload as well as supervising more junior colleagues.
They will promote positive working relationships within the multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and help to maintain morale and motivation within the working environment.
Be proactive in dealing with problems and demonstrate the ability to identify a problem and be able to work through it to a satisfactory resolution.
At all times follow the Code of Professional Conduct and adhere to the Trusts policies, procedures and guidelines, ensuring that others within their sphere of responsibility also do the same.
* Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications**
Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
* Compassion
* Accountability
* Respect
* Integrity
* Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We recognise the valuable contribution that the Armed Forces community make to our organisation. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and achieved Silver Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Debbie Curtis Job title: Allebone Ward Leader Email address: debbie.curtis6@nhs.net Telephone number: 01604 545536 #J-18808-Ljbffr