Job summaryThe Neurorehab Unit is a 19 bed in-patient ward which provides a Consultant-led Specialist Level 2 Unit. The patients are received from neurology ward, ITU, tertiary neuro-surgical units, complex stroke patients from stroke units, spinal injury patients from orthopaedic wards of Kent and London. There is close working with the 18 bedded neurology ward on the same hospital site.We pride ourselves on our excellent standards of care and excellent team work. We welcome applications from individuals who feel they can meet the demands and needs of this specialist areaMain duties of the jobProvide professional leadership, advice and guidance to junior nurses and healthcare assistants and foster collaborative partnerships with other disciplines.Communicate effectively with patients and their relatives, ensuring accurate and seamless information is conveyed and documentedAssist in the maintenance and monitoring of agreed standards, ensuring that any shortfall is brought to the attention of the line manager.Ensure that all quality initiatives within the nursing environment are adhered to and that the highest standards of care are maintained at all times.Assist in the development of clinical protocols ensuring that these are reviewed in accordance with the needs of the service in conjunction with the Ward/Unit managerEnsure that accurate and legible patient records are kept in line with professional and legal requirements.Promote and maintain effective working relationships and communications with consultants, medical staff, nurse colleagues and other multi-agency professionals.About usWe are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesUndertake nursing assessments competently.Act as the identified nurse for a group of patients by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating their care.Supervise more junior members of staff in giving and maintaining high standards of care.Regularly take charge of the ward in the absence of a more senior member of staff.Demonstrate leadership in supporting the patient pathway.Act as the patients advocate.Liaise with all members of the multidisciplinary teamParticipate in taking an active role in planning effective, timely, and safe discharges.Be clinically competent in all areas of advanced practice relevant to the post.Work in accordance with the Health Act (2006) and comply with national andlocal infection control policies and procedures and any other related infection prevention policies or procedures.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssentialNMC registrationDesirableNMC RegistrationExperienceEssential3 years experience as Band 5 or aboveDesirablePrevious experience in neurology/rehabilitationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameEast Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation TrustAddressKent & CanterburyCanterburyCT1 3NGEmployer's websitehttps://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)