Job summary
Acting as an effective clinical leader and will ensure the clinical and professional development of all staff for whom they are responsible for. The post holder will have the responsibility for the assessment of patient care needs and the development /or the implementation and evaluation of patient care. Ensuring the implementation of effective clinical practice of all staff so patients receive the highest possible standard of care.

Carry out pathways of care under supervision and when proficient, demonstrate procedures of care. Supervise junior and/or unqualified staff including student nurses and health care support workers. As part of managerial and clinical development, under supervision, take charge of the team/ward.

Whilst undertaking a variable shift pattern as directed by the ward manager to satisfy the needs of the service. Maintain clinical study and undertake further personal and professional development in Line with Trust policies. Support the ward manager and in his absence make sure that the ward is safely managed.

Main duties of the job

• Assess patient care needs and the development and implementation of programs of patient care and participate in the evaluation of these.
• Carry out all relevant forms of care to designated patients and be able to supervise learner.
• Care and control of medication and controlled drugs used for patient care, being aware of the systems used for safe administration, the ordering and maintenance of stock. To undertake intravenous drug therapy administration following training programme which will assess the competencies and practical levels required to achieve safe working within Trust policies and procedures.
• Ensure work with the Trust/unit and ward policies in order to maintain professional clinical and patient safety.
• Acquire the knowledge and expertise to take appropriate action in emergency situations and personally attending the mandatory/compulsory update sessions.
• Have the in-depth knowledge with practical experience of good hand hygiene and environmental cleaning in conjunction with North Middlesex University Hospital trust Policies and procedures.
• Be able to communicate basic care information and answer queries to patients, their Relatives/carers and the multidisciplinary team members.
• Participate in clinical training including teaching and supervision of new staff, unqualified Staff and student nurses in the ward environment.

About us
Welcome to the Acute Stroke Unit. We provide expert stroke services for patients requiring acute medical rehabilitation care following the hyper acute phase.

We are a 29 bedded ward with single sex bays caring for patients with acute and medical conditions. The Acute Stroke Unit at North Middlesex has recently been accredited by Healthcare for London as a high performing unit delivering expert care to our patients. To continue to meet those standards we need experienced nursing staff to join our team and to continue driving the unit forward. We have a great team ethos and work closely with all the members of the multi-disciplinary team.

Within General Medicine we aim to provide individualised care in a dignified and confidential manner identifying physical, social and psychological needs of patients and their families/carers. The patients' right to privacy will be respected and every effort will be made to maintain this.

We will do this by working in a safe and secure environment where care needs are assessed, planned and implemented in partnership with all concerned - whilst at the same time respecting patients' rights as an individual, acknowledging individual beliefs and values, and supporting individual choices made.

Patients will be cared for by a skilled team of professional staff, who are competent in their roles, are approachable, and able to provide information, support and advice.

Details
Date posted: 14 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £45,953 to £54,254 a year Per Annum Including HCAS
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 391-NMUH- 8121528
Job locations: North Middlesex University Hospital, sterling way, London, N18 1QX, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Clinical responsibilities

• Assess patient care needs and the development and implementation of programs of patient care and participate in the evaluation of these.
• Be aware of the principles of infection control and the prevention of cross infection in relation to patient care and the clinical environment.
• To manage the maintenance of an acceptable environment for patients, reporting and taking appropriate action on hazards and faulty equipment.
• Report to and request advice from the manager of the ward in regard to patient care when appropriate.
• Management of patients with regard to their nursing/clinical needs as directed by the manager and the medical team.

Responsibility for patients

• Be able to communicate basic care information and answer queries to patients, their Relatives/carers and the multidisciplinary team members.
• Advice patients and relatives/visitors to the ward with regard to control of infection.
• Advise on the promotion of health and prevention of illness.
• Ensure that communication is used effectively, both written and verbal, in the interest of patient care and with the multidisciplinary team.

Responsibility for policy and service development

• Care and control of medication and controlled drugs used for patient care, being aware of the systems used for safe administration, the ordering and maintenance of stock.
• To undertake intravenous drug therapy administration following training programme which will assess the competencies and practical levels required to achieve safe working within Trust policies and procedures.
• Have the in-depth knowledge with practical experience of good hand hygiene and environmental cleaning in conjunction with North Middlesex University Hospital trust Policies and procedures.

Responsibility for financial and physical resources

• To contribute to the discharge planning of patients informing the discharge team of issues and patient/relative requirements/requests.
• Ensure that the ward patient environment will be well maintained, clean and safe. Report hazards to the nurse in charge acting to prevent further danger to staff and patients.
• To be aware of the Trusts Corporate Governance Strategy and how the system directs the Trust with regard to meeting the necessary standards of accountability, financial control, patient and public involvement and the delivery of clinical outcomes.

Responsibility for leading and managing

• Ensure work with the Trust/unit and ward policies in order to maintain professional clinical and patient safety.
• Acquire the knowledge and expertise to take appropriate action in emergency situations and personally attending the mandatory/compulsory update sessions.
• Participate in clinical training including teaching and supervision of new staff, unqualified Staff and student nurses in the ward environment.

Responsibility for information resource

• To be aware of the Trusts Corporate Governance Strategy and how the system directs the Trust with regard to meeting the necessary standards of accountability, financial control, patient and public involvement and the delivery of clinical outcomes.
• Ensure work with the Trust/unit and ward policies in order to maintain professional clinical and patient safety.

Responsibility for research and development

• Undertake a minimum of once yearly KSF appraisal with the ward manager for development planning.

Person specification
Education and professional qualifications
Essential

• Registered General Nurse
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• Mentorship course or equivalent

Experience
Essential

• Significant amount of post registration experience
• Recent experience of having worked on Stroke unit
• Worked with and supervised learner nurses

Skills and aptitudes
Essential

• Knowledge of current clinical development and professional issues affecting nursing
• Able to provide high standards of care for stroke patients
• Understanding of the process involved in putting research into practice

Disclosure and Barring Service check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address: North Middlesex University Hospital, sterling way, London, N18 1QX, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Ward Manager, Michael Bruce, michael.bruce@nhs.net, 02088873418

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