Job summary
Join us at a very exciting time for Critical Care in Dorset.
Following the creation of University Hospitals Dorset , innovative and ambitious plans to develop a new build 30 Bed Critical Care Unit are well advanced to serve the population across the region. Join us and take advantage of the many opportunities that Dorset has to offer in the way of a rewarding work life balance.
We are located within an area of outstanding beauty which includes opportunities to drive, walk, run, swim or cycle in the New Forest , in the Purbecks, along miles of golden beaches and the Jurassic coastline. Bournemouth is a vibrant university town with a wide selection of restaurants and cafes; theatres, cinemas and sporting activities and Poole attracts many visitors, has a large natural harbour and is perfect for water sports or relaxing at a quayside restaurant.
Transport links are excellent with Bournemouth International airport, Cross-channel ferry terminals at Poole and direct train access to London.
We work 12 hour shifts with all staff expected to work both day and night rotation.
12 months acute care experience is desirable, as well as a goal of providing excellent nursing care and an enthusiasm to learn being essential.
This role requires an active UK NMC Registration
Based at: Royal Bournemouth with cross site working
Interview Date: 12th November 2025
Main duties of the job
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.
Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and condition
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Person Specification
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Able to communicate with staff members, patients and relatives.
Knowledge
Essential
- Good foundation in care of acutely ill patients, plus ability to teach/monitor
Desirable
- SliP training or equivalent
Technical Skills Competencies
Essential
- Able to operate Critical infusions
- Management experience within acute ward setting at Band 5 grade Staff nurse
Desirable
- Management experience in HDU
Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing acutely ill patients in a ward setting
Desirable
- Post Registration ITU course
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Experience within speciality
Person Specification
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Able to communicate with staff members, patients and relatives.
Knowledge
Essential
- Good foundation in care of acutely ill patients, plus ability to teach/monitor
Desirable
- SliP training or equivalent
Technical Skills Competencies
Essential
- Able to operate Critical infusions
- Management experience within acute ward setting at Band 5 grade Staff nurse
Desirable
- Management experience in HDU
Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing acutely ill patients in a ward setting
Desirable
- Post Registration ITU course
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Experience within speciality
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).
