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Job summary

Main area
Neurology
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 5
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (8-4)
Job ref
218-NM-B5-8337243
Employer
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
UHCW
Town
Coventry
Salary
£32,073 - £39,043 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
10/11/2026 23:59

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Registered Nurse - Neurology Day Case Unit

NHS AfC: Band 5

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Registered Nurse to work in the Neuro Day Case Unit .

The Band 5 Registered Nurse will work as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team within the Neurology Day Case Unit, providing high-quality, compassionate and evidence-based nursing care to patients undergoing neurological investigations, treatments and procedures. If successful, the candidate will have the opportunity to gain new specialised skills and a wealth of learning opportunities within a supportive environment. 

The successful candidate must have post-preceptorship experience.

Please note this post is not suitable for applicants who are required to undertake the OSCE training programme. Applicants who do not have current valid UK NMC registration will not be considered for this post.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will have good communication skills and should have experience of working in an acute hospital setting ideally within a neurological setting. We are looking for a committed team player who has high standards and is passionate about improving the patient experience.

As a band 5 Staff Nurse on A neurology Day Unit you will provide specialist outpatient care , administer complex neurological infusions hat include SACT infusions and provide clinical support for patients with long term neurological conditions. 

You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and specialist skills required for the Neuro Day Unit services. You will be expected to support patients through their treatment or intervention, as well as supporting patient discharge and wellbeing.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Working for our organisation

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Clinical Infusions: Deliver expert care for patients receiving specialist treatments and disease-modifying therapies (such as IVIG, Ocrelizumab, Rituximab, and Natalizumab and SACT ). Administration of SACT infusions is an essential , if not competent, willingness to partake in competency is essential to maintain the role
 
Patient Monitoring: Assess patients before, during, and after treatment, monitor for adverse reactions, and act quickly if complications arise. 
 
Care Planning: Undertake the assessment, planning, delivery, and evaluation of individualised patient care. 
 
Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Working: Collaborate closely with doctors, pharmacists, and neurology specialist nurses to support patient pathways and safe discharges. 
 
Unit Management: Take charge of the shift or manage day-to-day operations in the absence of a Band 7 nurse, supporting junior staff and learners. 
 
Research and Development: Participate in  emerging neurological treatments and willingness to gain competency  and administer  any new treatments
 
For further details please see the attached job description.
 
Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • • Registered Nurse with current NMC registration. • Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD) • Post-Preceptorship
Desirable criteria
  • • SACT (Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy) Qualification/Competency

Experience

Essential criteria
  • • Post-Registration experience in an acute clinical environment • Experience in administering intravenous medications and managing peripheral cannulation
Desirable criteria
  • • Experience working within a neurology, day-case, or ambulatory care setting. • Experience administering specialist infusions (e.g., IVIG, Ocrelizumab, Rituximab, Natalizumab).

Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • • Sound knowledge of the NMC code and professional accountability • Knowledge of patient monitoring, identifying advertse drug reactions and acute deterioration management • Understanding of safe patient discharge and clinical governance
Desirable criteria
  • • Knowledge of neurological conditions, disease-modifying therapies, and emerging neuro-treatments. • Knowledge of research and audit processes in a clinical setting.

Skills

Essential criteria
  • • Willingness to undertake competency training and administer SACT infusions • High-level clinical skills in patient assessment, care planning, and evaluation • Strong communication and multidisciplinary team (MDT) collaboration skills • Venepuncture, Cannulation, and IV drug administration skills
Desirable criteria
  • • Competency in administering SACT, IVIG, and specialized biologics. • Clinical assessment skills specific to neurological monitoring (e.g., GCS, cranial nerve tracking).

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential criteria
  • • Evidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. For posts with managerial responsibility only • Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)

Employer certification / accreditation badges

No smoking policyAge positiveDisability confident leaderImproving working livesArmed Forces Covenant (Silver Award)Pathway to excellenceCare quality commission - GoodPregnancy Loss PledgeHeart Charter

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Dennae Blake - Osbourne
Job title
Day Case Unit Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
02476965233
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