Job summary
We currently have a Band 6 fixed term (6 Months) vacancy for experienced Registered staff with Emergency Department or Emergency medicine experience.
The successful applicant should have 4 years post registration with 2 years experience in ED, good communication skills and enjoy working in a changeable and challenging environment.
Main duties of the job
You will join a motivated team of Band 7 and Band 6 staff who work as part of a team but also are able to use their own initiative managing the department on a daily basis as well as being part of a team managing the teams of dedicated Registered staff and Healthcare Assistants.
Opportunities exist to develop personal practice and gain further experience in all aspects of emergency care and advanced practice, supported by the departments dedicated Clinical Practice Educators.
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.
Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.
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
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
- Evidence of ability to develop leadership skills
Desirable
- Understanding of clinical governance and ability to assist in establishing systems
- Evidence of an area of special interest
- Evidence of clinical audit
- Evidence of critical appraisal skills
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Allied Health Professional
- Evidence of CPD
- Teaching Qualification
- ALS/ATLS/APLS or equivalent
Desirable
- To be working towards/completed relevant speciality qualification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience minimum 4 years with a minimum of 2 years ED experience in an acute Hospital setting
- Understanding of professional nursing issues
Person Specification
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
- Evidence of ability to develop leadership skills
Desirable
- Understanding of clinical governance and ability to assist in establishing systems
- Evidence of an area of special interest
- Evidence of clinical audit
- Evidence of critical appraisal skills
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Allied Health Professional
- Evidence of CPD
- Teaching Qualification
- ALS/ATLS/APLS or equivalent
Desirable
- To be working towards/completed relevant speciality qualification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience minimum 4 years with a minimum of 2 years ED experience in an acute Hospital setting
- Understanding of professional nursing issues
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
