Job summary
- Main area
- Community Staff Nurse
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Lates and weekends)
- Job ref
- 152-C573.23
- Employer
- Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Blandford
- Town
- Blandford, Dorset
- Salary
- £28,407 - £34,581 p.a.
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 01/05/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Community Staff Nurse
Band 5
The 5 July 2023 marked 75 years of the National Health Service. The founding principles remain as relevant, and valued, today as they were 75 years ago. Why not join us and make a difference to be Better Every Day.
Job overview
We currently have a full time vacancy for a band 5 community staff nurse in the Blandford District Nursing team. You will be supporting patients in the community providing evidence based, high quality and holistic care. You will be supported with training for the required clinical skills for this role.
This is a full time position 37.5 hours per week, however part time hours would be considered. The post holder may be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
Main duties of the job
Work as a registered nurse as and when required with community nursing teams, providing evidence based, high quality, holistic nursing care for patients in their own homes.
Carrying out nursing assessments, treatment and care and liaising with other agencies as appropriate.
We would welcome applications from newly qualified *nurses/occupational therapists/ physiotherapists and we provide a very comprehensive and fully supported Preceptorship Programme for newly qualified healthcare professionals.
Working for our organisation
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact [email protected]
Person specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential criteria
- Registered General \Nurse
- Teaching qualification ENB 998 Desirable
- Evidence of recent Study
EXPERIENCE
Desirable criteria
- Community experience would be an advantage
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential criteria
- Planning and organisational skills
- Good communication oral and written skills
- Effective and willing team player
- Teaching or an interest in teaching at a variety of levels
- Adaptable to working in a variety of settings
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge and understanding of Trust strategy
Additional skills held by post holder
Essential criteria
- Current wound care and palliative care knowledge
- Evidence of leadership skills
Business Travel
Essential criteria
- Current driving licence and access to a car for work purposes
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Amy Robbins
- Job title
- Community Nursing Sister
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07795574142
- Additional information
Vickie Whittingham Lead District Nurse North Dorset. Tel 07825755189
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