Job summary
Dorset HealthCare are looking for a Band 6 Ward Sister to join their highly motivated and innovative team based on Hanham ward at Wimborne Hospital.
Hanham Ward is a 21 bedded ward specialising in Elderly care rehabilitation working alongside our experienced Staff Nurses helping to provide complex care needs to a high-quality standard of care. Come and be part of the changes within community hospitals, to support our local community with step up patients directly from the GP and step down from the local acute hospitals.
We are looking to appoint a dynamic Ward Sister with strong interpersonal skills that will look forward to the variety of challenges of caring for the elderly & dementia patients. In return we offer a fantastic induction programme, flexible family-friendly working patterns and pastoral support. There are excellent learning and development opportunities, both in-house and through our links with local universities, and the option of a preceptorship programme for newly qualified nurses to boost your skill development.
We have a variety of flexible shifts including part time, full time and predominately nights to support your need. Vacancies to be discussed in depth with individuals at time of interview.
- Early - 07.30 - 15.30
- Late - 12.30 - 20.30
- Nights - 20.15 - 07.45
Main duties of the job
The ward sister will be working with a multi-disciplinary care team to ensure that the patient's rehabilitation journey is individualised, and goals are achieved by the patients to reach their optimum level to return to their own home or suitable placement sourced whilst embodying the Trust's values.
The department supports student nurse placements and return to nursing students and all staff are encouraged to contribute to a learning environment.
Additionally, we have links with Bournemouth University where there is the opportunity to undertake specialist modules.
We are keen to hear from you, please contact us if you have any questions regarding any of the options available, we welcome informal visits.
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. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service and are able to present a valid DBS certificate
About us
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.
Job description
Job 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 Princes 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 dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Job description
Job 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 Princes 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 dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING
Essential
- Registered practitioner to degree / diploma level supplemented by diploma level specialist training and / or short courses or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty
- Membership of the relevant Professional Body
- Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training
JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience at Practitioner Band 5 level
- Ability to teach staff new to the clinical area, less experienced staff, students and members of the multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Previous line management experience
- Experience of multi-disciplinary working
- Recent previous experience within a comparable role
- Experience of managing change
FINANCE/RESOURCES
Essential
- Ability to promote the best use of available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to evaluate data and produce reports using Microsoft Word and Excel
- Experience of electronic patient / service user record systems
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING
Essential
- Registered practitioner to degree / diploma level supplemented by diploma level specialist training and / or short courses or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty
- Membership of the relevant Professional Body
- Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training
JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience at Practitioner Band 5 level
- Ability to teach staff new to the clinical area, less experienced staff, students and members of the multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Previous line management experience
- Experience of multi-disciplinary working
- Recent previous experience within a comparable role
- Experience of managing change
FINANCE/RESOURCES
Essential
- Ability to promote the best use of available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to evaluate data and produce reports using Microsoft Word and Excel
- Experience of electronic patient / service user record systems
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
