Registered Nurse - Kingston Ward | East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

East Kent Hospitals NHS Trust; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Canterbury, UK, is seeking Registered Nurses for the Acute Stroke unit. The role involves coordinating the stroke patient pathway and offering education to patients and families in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a nursing degree and a compassionate approach to care. Opportunities for career development are abundant within this foundation trust, which is committed to high standards of healthcare. Application required by 29 Dec 2025.

Benefits

Opportunities for career development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a valid nursing license.
• Experience in acute care or stroke care preferred.
• Compassionate approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Support the coordination of the stroke patient pathway.
• Provide patient and family-centred education.
• Ensure high standards of patient care.

Education

Nursing degree or equivalent

Job description

Role Overview

We are looking for Registered Nurses on Kingston Ward for the Acute Stroke unit at Kent and Canterbury Hospital. This role supports the coordination of the stroke patient pathway, providing a patient and family‑centred approach to post‑stroke information and education. You will work as a member of the nursing team across East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust (EKHUFT), ensuring the maintenance of high standards of patient care in response to service needs.

You will have plenty of opportunities to develop and grow here at East Kent Hospitals University Foundation Trust—you may come for a job but you’ll stay for a career.

East Kent Hospitals is one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is “great healthcare from great people”. Everything we do is guided by our values: “People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference”. We have introduced a new way of working called “We care”, which empowers frontline staff to lead day‑to‑day improvements. We are looking for compassionate people to be part of this improvement journey for patients, families and carers.

Applicants who require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK must declare this on their application form, even if they already hold a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role. We only sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa for roles Band 5 and above.

This advert closes on Monday 29 Dec 2025.