Specialist Stroke Nurse
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust, Claremount, Calderdale
Specialist Stroke Nurse
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Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust, Claremount, Calderdale
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 23 Sep | Get your application in now before you're too late!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 97d0a4aa1a704d8582803865fc44fe43
Location ref: Claremount, Calderdale
Full Job Description
- Responding to emergency calls from ED presenting to the department with Stroke symptoms
- Assessing the patient using the NIHSS assessment
- Delivery of Thrombolysis within the ED resus setting and potential emergency transfer for thrombectomy
- Work closely with the Stroke Consultant
- Triage phone calls from GP's for TIA clinics
- Training and support of junior staff in the post thrombolysis care in the HASU
We are looking for a highly motivated Registered Nurse to join our Specialist Nurse Service. The team provides a 24/7 Specialist Stroke Nurse service based at the Calderdale Royal Hospital. You will need to be a dynamic professional who is passionate about providing high quality care for patients who have experienced a stroke. Your primary role is to attend the Emergency Department and provide rapid initial assessments for patients who are referred to the Stroke Service. The role will also entail working some clinical shifts on the Stroke Floor in a senior role. We are looking for a recruit with an interest in Stroke Care and with at least 2 years Band 5 experience
The Stroke team comprises multiple professionals. We are a welcoming team who prides itself on being inclusive and supportive. The team actively encourages and professional development of staff, and will support staff in ongoing development. The successful candidate can expect to join a friendly and supportive team. We are looking for a candidate who has care and compassion at the core of their practice in line with the Trusts vision and works within the Trusts 4 pillars of care.
Direct job link
https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/specialist-stroke-nurse-127445689