Job overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

We are excited to be recruiting to our fantastic stroke nursing team on F8. F8 Acute stroke rehabilitation unit comprises of 28 beds with a purpose built therapy kitchen and gym. We pride ourselves on dedicated stroke specific care for patients on the stroke pathway here at UHS. Once patients have completed their hyperacute stay, they come to F8 for their acute care and stroke specific rehabilitation. We work together with our stroke specialist MDT to provide patient centred stroke care 24/7. This role provides variety off all aspects of stroke care and will include acute stroke care and the crucial role of rehabilitation to enhance a patients recovery too. We have the pleasure to see the direct impact we have on people's recovery from strokes, we pride ourselves on the expertise of complex discharge and also have the skills to provide specialised end of life care too for our patients. If you thrive from fast paced, person centred care then this is the environment for you. We are always improving and actively develop our staff by providing a place for all staff on the MDT lead stroke course which is a 2 day course as part of your induction. There is also opportunity to be placed on the neuro course too. The team is lead by Emma the ward leader and 4 dedicated sisters who all have a wealth of expertise in stroke care. 

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. 

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At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.