Staff Nurse Neurological Rehabilitation

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic band 5 nurse to join our team.

Donald Wilson Neurological Rehabilitation Centre is a purpose-built specialist (level 2) neurological rehabilitation unit, providing post-acutetreatment for patients with a variety of acquired neurological disorders.Working closely with our in-house multidisciplinary team, we pride ourselves on providing the best possible care and outcomes for our patients. We operate within a purpose built unit on the St Richards Hospital site. We have a very cohesive and inclusive Multidisciplinary team. Offering 12 beds in a purpose built facility with a variety of bedrooms ranging from one to three beds as well as out-patient services, Donald Wilson helps people with:- Stroke, Brain injury, Spinal Injury, Multiple Sclerosis and other Non-progressive acquired neurological conditions who benefit from intensive inpatient neurological rehabilitation.

Universities Hospitals Sussex is a Foundation NHS trust with an active and supportive Learning and Development department that can provide a comprehensive preceptorship program.

Main duties of the job

Provide high quality evidence based clinical care to patients, in line with the Trust values and in accordance with professional regulations

Work with others to protect and promote the health and wellbeing of those in your care, their families and carers, and the wider community

To work in line with Trust policies, objectives, protocols and local guidelines

To act as a role model communicating in line with Trust values, to patients, carers and the staff at all times.

Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the senior nurse in charge, recognising and working within the limits of your competence.

Take every opportunity to continue to maintain and develop your own practice.

Facilitate students and others to develop their competence through supervision, teaching and role modelling.

To work as part of a team ensuring effective communication with all health care professionals within the clinical team and across all disciplines.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in ourOutstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.