Job summary
This is permanent position located on Moreton Ward which is a 26 bed ward caring for acute medical patients at Dorset County Hospital with an emphasis on Respiratory conditions.
We would like to invite experienced Registered Nurses/Paramedics who are keen to support the care of our medical patients.
We are looking for enthusiastic Registered Nurses/Paramedics who are organised and can use their own initiative whilst being flexible to frequently changing situations, to work alongside the senior nursing team and allied health professionals.
Main duties of the job
The post requires excellent communication skills, with a range of health professionals in relation to patient admission and discharge, to support the working of the team with internal and external agencies and fellow professionals and to support safe and effective patient discharges from hospital and assist with patient flow.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
As a trust we are support a number of overseas applicants into UK based roles.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.
Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
In return we can offer you incredible training, and we are happy to consider any requests for a variety of flexible working patterns which will reviewed regularly, to ensure the wellbeing of our staff and our service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
In return we can offer you incredible training, and we are happy to consider any requests for a variety of flexible working patterns which will reviewed regularly, to ensure the wellbeing of our staff and our service.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Paramedic
- Evidence of CPD
- Immediate Life Support training
- Cannulation, Venepuncture
- Intravenous Administration of Medicines
Desirable
- Teaching and Mentoring Competency
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience with recent acute Medical/ Surgical/Elderly Care experience in an acute hospital or as a Paramedic
- Understanding of professional nursing/paramedic issues
Skills, Abilities and Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient practitioner
- Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
- Understanding of confidentiality, information governance and the Caldicott principles
- Evidence of excellent communication skills across a range of personnel
- Evidence of ability to manage time effectively
Desirable
- Demonstrate an understanding of risk management
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Paramedic
- Evidence of CPD
- Immediate Life Support training
- Cannulation, Venepuncture
- Intravenous Administration of Medicines
Desirable
- Teaching and Mentoring Competency
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience with recent acute Medical/ Surgical/Elderly Care experience in an acute hospital or as a Paramedic
- Understanding of professional nursing/paramedic issues
Skills, Abilities and Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient practitioner
- Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
- Understanding of confidentiality, information governance and the Caldicott principles
- Evidence of excellent communication skills across a range of personnel
- Evidence of ability to manage time effectively
Desirable
- Demonstrate an understanding of risk management
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).
