Job overview

The Regional Neurological Rehabilitation Unit (RNRU) is a 27 bedded unit that specialises in early inpatient rehabilitation, for young adult patients, after single incident neurological events other than spinal injury. It is a custom-built ground floor Unit specifically designed to meet the needs of our patients.

We are looking for Staff Nurses to join our experienced nursing team in delivering high quality, patient centered care. We offer a wide range of post-graduation educational opportunities from our linked universities as well as an abundance of in-house training courses.

The post holder will ensure that patients receive the necessary care and treatment to enable progress in accordance with the British Society of Rehabilitation Medicine (BSRM) guidelines. This will be achieved through the application of specialist knowledge, skills andpractice.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be required to: 

  • Document all patient details to the required standard in relation to the admission, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care using the EPR system. 
  •  Deliver a high standard of nursing care by communicating with families and significant others, involving them in the planning and delivery of care.

    • You will co-ordinate patient discharges and manage clinical emergencies as required and use medical equipment safely and competently and to supervise others in its use.

    In addition you will record and interpret vital signs, taking required action when they demonstrate deterioration and liaise with patents relatives; to keep them fully informed of the patients condition. 

    Working for our organisation

    Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

    We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of “Outstanding” from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

    Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard’s Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

    Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, our procedures and our People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

    We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

    Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

    Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ and Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

    In order to comply with our duty of care and forthcoming legislation, we require all new starters to have the COVID vaccine. Vaccination will be a condition of employment unless an exemption applies.

    Person specification

    Education / Qualifications

    Essential criteria

  • Registered Nurse (or about to qualify)

    • Experience

    Essential criteria

  • Experience of working within a hospital setting

    • Desirable criteria

  • Post registration experience within an acute setting

    • Other

    Essential criteria

  • Demonstrating an understanding of Trust Values

    • Skills

    Essential criteria

  • The ability to assess patients; develop, implement and evaluate a plan of care.
  • The ability to communicate effectively.

    • General Guidance for Applicants

    The Trust is committed to supporting flexible working wherever possible. The Trust also welcomes applications from candidates wishing to job share with or without job share partners.

    We are committed to equal opportunities, and have been approved as a Disability Confident Employer.

    The Trust offers a number of benefits, including a relocation loan for new starters moving to the area. More details on our range of benefits can be found on the Homerton website.

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