Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for motivated and enthusiastic Nurse Associate with excellent communication skills to work as part of the Wimborne Hospital Outpatient nursing team.
Wimborne Hospital Outpatient Department hosts a variety of specialist clinics, including cardiology, general surgery, and orthopaedics.
The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate an ability to provide high standards of nursing care which is driven by patient experience and evidence based best practice. The successful candidate will also be required to demonstrate good leadership qualities.
The successful candidates will be dealing with both staff and patient issues, therefore will need to be able to demonstrate enthusiasm and motivation, excellent team working skills and forward thinking.
Main duties of the job
The Associate Nurse will work as part of the nursing workforce, supporting Registered Nurses to deliver high quality, person centred and compassionate care to patients.
To maintain a safe working environment.
To meet service objectives and work within the operational policy.
Employment in this post requires a Standard 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.
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 Associate Nurse
- Membership of the relevant profession body. Valid NMC pin number
- Evidence of recent professional development in an up to date portfolio
- Evidence of ability of maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
Job Specific Experience
Essential
- Ability to supervise junior staff
- Recent previous experience within a comparable role
- Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively
Desirable
- Expanded role including venepuncture and defibrillation
- Experience of working in a range of nursing specialities
Managerial/Supervisory Experience
Essential
- Experience of demonstrating duties of junior staff
Desirable
- Experience of providing clinical supervision and mentoring of junior staff
Information Technology/Resources
Essential
- Basic IT skills, normally obtained through practice of practical training. Able to use computer to basic standard for inputting information and accessing emails and internet.
Personal Qualities/Attributes
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of legislation relevant to practice
- Willingness to advance own clinical knowledge, skill and competence based on current evidence
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Training
Essential
- Registered Associate Nurse
- Membership of the relevant profession body. Valid NMC pin number
- Evidence of recent professional development in an up to date portfolio
- Evidence of ability of maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
Job Specific Experience
Essential
- Ability to supervise junior staff
- Recent previous experience within a comparable role
- Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively
Desirable
- Expanded role including venepuncture and defibrillation
- Experience of working in a range of nursing specialities
Managerial/Supervisory Experience
Essential
- Experience of demonstrating duties of junior staff
Desirable
- Experience of providing clinical supervision and mentoring of junior staff
Information Technology/Resources
Essential
- Basic IT skills, normally obtained through practice of practical training. Able to use computer to basic standard for inputting information and accessing emails and internet.
Personal Qualities/Attributes
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of legislation relevant to practice
- Willingness to advance own clinical knowledge, skill and competence based on current evidence
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).
