Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for RN / RSCN to join our happy and cohesive Emergency Department team on a fixed term basis as we start a multi-million transformation and expansion. Are you enthusiastic, motivated, keen learner, innovative and forward thinking? If so, we would like to hear from you.
We are a busy working environment with a high turnover of patients which sees and treats children and adults with a range of conditions including minor injuries, major trauma, medical and surgical emergencies and mental health conditions. Clinical working areas include Majors, Minors, EDAU and Resus. We have a dedicated Clinical Practice Educator to ensure robust support and education as you begin your new journey.
Main duties of the job
Successful applicants should have good communication skills and enjoy working in a swiftly changing and challenging environment. You will be required to work as part of a motivated team as well as being able to work on own initiative.
Opportunities exist to develop personal practice and gain experience in all aspects of emergency care.
This job involves internal rotation for all ED staff and we work 12.5 hour shifts (1 hour break), day and night.
About us
At Dorset County Hospital Foundation Trust, 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 to 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, 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.
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
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Desirable
- Significant and recent post registration experience with previous ED preferable
- Understanding of professional nursing issues.
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse/RSCN/Paramedic
- Evidence of CPD
- ILS / PILS / TILS
Desirable
- Teaching qualification. Student assessor/supervisor
- To be working towards /completed relevant speciality qualification
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient practitioner
- Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
- Evidence of an ability to manage time effectively in a high pressured environment
- Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality and required standards for documentation and records management both paper and electronic
- Evidence of understanding safeguarding in adults and children
- Able to administer medication safely
Desirable
- Evidence of an area of special interest
- Evidence of ability to develop leadership skills
- Evidence of critical appraisal skills
- Evidence of understanding the principles of infection control
- Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Desirable
- Significant and recent post registration experience with previous ED preferable
- Understanding of professional nursing issues.
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse/RSCN/Paramedic
- Evidence of CPD
- ILS / PILS / TILS
Desirable
- Teaching qualification. Student assessor/supervisor
- To be working towards /completed relevant speciality qualification
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient practitioner
- Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
- Evidence of an ability to manage time effectively in a high pressured environment
- Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality and required standards for documentation and records management both paper and electronic
- Evidence of understanding safeguarding in adults and children
- Able to administer medication safely
Desirable
- Evidence of an area of special interest
- Evidence of ability to develop leadership skills
- Evidence of critical appraisal skills
- Evidence of understanding the principles of infection control
- Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements
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).
