Job Description

The closing date is 29th Jan 2026

Anticipated Interview date(s) 19.01.2026

Job summary

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Are you a passionate and motivated nurse ready to make a real difference in patients lives? Join our dynamic Stroke Rehabilitation Unit, where every day brings meaningful progress and inspiring recovery stories.


We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our dedicated multidisciplinary team. This is fantastic opportunity to develop your clinical skills, build strong therapeutic relationships, and be part of a supportive environment that values compassion, teamwork, and professional growth.


In our stroke rehab unit, no two days are the same. You will play a key role in helping patients regain independence, dignity, and confidence through personalised, patient centred care. With access to regular training, mentorship, and development opportunities, you will be supported every step of the way as you build your career.


If you are committed to high quality care, eager to learn, and exited to be part of a team that truly changes lives, this is the role for you.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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Successful applicants will be responsible for all aspects of patient care, from admission through to discharge, using a computerised record keeping system.


As the patients nurse you will have the opportunity to attend family meetings, take part in the twice weekly stroke consultant ward rounds and be involved in multi-disciplinary team meetings. These all contribute to the decision making process, goal setting and care planning that facilitates a safe discharge home from Hospital.


Alongside this, you will provide general nursing care to all of your patients, ensuring they are treated with dignity and respect, working alongside the multi-professional team. You will be able to promote a safe environment within the recovery centre and in time work as shift coordinator when required.


Previous stroke experience is desirable however not essential as training will be provided wherever needed.

About us

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As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.


The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.


There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan , there is truly something for everyone.

Job description

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The post holder will be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of treatment plans. You will be working alongside other professionals within the multidisciplinary team, ensuring high quality care and effective communication is maintained.


This role will require the nurse to practice autonomously and make decisions under their own initiative using past professional judgment and drawing on their clinical expertise.

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

Relevant degree and registered with the NMC


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Desirable

Teaching or Assessor qualification

Experience

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Essential

Up to date knowledge of nursing theory and demonstrate genuine interest in and commitment to care


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Desirable

Substantial experiences as a registered nurse


Experience of working in multi agency service


Evidence of continuing professional development and to have undertaken post registration training

Additional Criteria

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Essential

Evidence of a good standard of literacy English language skills,


Listens to others views respecting and valuing individual patient needs


High standard of written communication skills with the ability to use email and internet


Demonstrates the ability to work as part of a team



Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the patients



Sympathetic and considerate towards patients, carers and relatives


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Desirable

Compassionate, treats colleagues and patients with dignity and respect. To be able to demonstrate an awareness and responsibility whilst recognising the impact frequent exposure to distressing circumstances has on care and compassion

UK Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

For help with your application, contact:

Kasia Tarasewicz


katarzyna.tarasewicz@somersetft.nhs.uk


07766471574

Pay scheme

Agenda for Change

Band

Band 5

Salary

31049.00 to 37796.00 Yearly

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-Time, Full-Time

Reference number

184-OL-OR-3906

Job locations

South Petherton Hospital

Bernard Way

South Petherton

Somerset

TA13 5EF