University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust
Senior Staff Nurse
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Senior Clinical Staff Nurse – Acute Stroke Unit
An exciting opportunity has arisen for committed, highly motivated, and reliable individuals who hold skills and knowledge in Acute Stroke Nursing as a Senior Clinical Staff Nurse.
About the Role
The hyper-acute and acute stroke unit is a 28-bedded unit dedicated to delivering high-quality stroke care, including post-thrombolysis and post-thrombectomy support.
This role is ideal for a quality-driven individual passionate about providing exceptional care to patients and their families. Successful candidates must demonstrate:
- The ability to thrive in a dynamic ward environment
- A commitment to developing specialist nursing skills
- Motivation to contribute to clinical excellence
In return, we offer:
- A structured induction programme for all new staff
- Opportunities to optimise your potential in caring for stroke patients
- Competency-based training to join the Stroke Emergency Assessment Team, where you will:
- Initiate and coordinate stroke emergency pathways alongside the medical team
- Provide timely and expert assessments of patients presenting with stroke symptoms
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The Organisation
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern NHS Trusts in the country. With two key sites—Royal Stoke (Stoke-on-Trent) and County Hospital (Stafford)—we serve approximately three million people and are renowned for:
- Our cutting-edge facilities
- Excellence in teaching and research
- Our expertise as the specialist centre for major trauma in the North Midlands and North Wales
At UHNM, we are proud that every employee contributes value, and we provide a wide range of development packages to ensure career growth and fulfilment for all staff.
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Our Values & Commitment
UHNM fosters a culture of inclusion and diversity, offering:
- Fair and transparent career development opportunities
- Equal opportunities for all employees
- A values-driven workplace co-created with staff, patients, and carers
Our ethos is simple: Investing in, supporting, and developing our staff directly impacts the quality of care we deliver. Our people are our greatest asset—alongside our patients and the communities we serve.
How to Apply / Further Details
For more information or to arrange an informal visit, contact:
Name: Laurie Coupland Job Title: Ward Manager Email: laurie.coupland@uhnm.nhs.uk Telephone: 01782 671296
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