• Job Description

  Req#: C9152-25-0341?language=en&page=482&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  Community Staff Nurse

  We currently have a band 5 vacancy in The Vale District Nursing team, based in Shaftesbury. The hours available are between 22.5 per week. The post holder may be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

  Excellent communication skills are required when caring for patients in their own home. Any clinical skills required for this post will be supported.

  We would welcome applications from newly qualified nurses and we providea very comprehensive and fully supported Preceptorship Programme for newly qualified healthcare professionals

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

  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.

  Main duties of the job

  Work as a registered nurse as and when required with community nursing teams, providing evidence based, high quality, holistic nursing care for patients in their own homes.

  Carrying out nursing assessments, treatment and care and liaising with other agencies as appropriate.

  To be developed and supported by Dorset healthcare with training and development to support a registered nurse with caring for patients in the community setting.

  To assess, plan, deliver and evaluate nursing care for patients to meet their specific needs.

  To assess the needs of patients in a variety of settings and formulate a plan of care. This may involve liaison with carers, other health professionals, GP's, consultants, hospital nurses, social workers, hospice staff, specialist nurses, voluntary and statutory workers.

  To provide evidence based nursing care to a defined patient caseload with the support of the District Nurse.

  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.

  Details

  Date posted

  30 April 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 5

  Salary

  £17,982 to £21,889 a year p.a

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Part-time

  Reference number

  152-C028.25

  Job locations

  D/N Hub in Westminster Hospital

  Magdalene Lane

  Shaftesbury

  SP7 8BD

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

  As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

  As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

  Person Specification

  EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

  Essential

  • Registered General \Nurse

  EXPERIENCE

  Desirable

  • Community experience would be an advantage

  SKILLS

  Essential

  • Effective and willing team player
  • Good communication oral and written skills
  • Current driving licence/ Access to use of a car

  ADDITIONAL SKILLS

  Essential

  • Current wound care and palliative care knowledge

  Person Specification

  EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

  Essential

  • Registered General \Nurse

  EXPERIENCE

  Desirable

  • Community experience would be an advantage

  SKILLS

  Essential

  • Effective and willing team player
  • Good communication oral and written skills
  • Current driving licence/ Access to use of a car

  ADDITIONAL SKILLS

  Essential

  • Current wound care and palliative care knowledge

  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).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  D/N Hub in Westminster Hospital

  Magdalene Lane

  Shaftesbury

  SP7 8BD

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  D/N Hub in Westminster Hospital

  Magdalene Lane

  Shaftesbury

  SP7 8BD

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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