Ward Sister/Charge Nurse/Team Leader

Job summary

Dorset HealthCare are looking for a Band 6 Ward Sister to join their highly motivated and innovative team based on Stanley Purser Ward at Swanage Community Hospital.

Stanley Purser Ward is a 1 bedded ward specialising in Elderly care rehabilitation, Palliative care and end of life care, 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 - 07.4

Main duties of the job

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

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.