• Job Description

  Req#: C9152-25-0493?language=en&page=771&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  Community Staff Nurse

  We currently have a 22.5-hour vacancy in The Vale District Nursing Team, based in Shaftesbury community hospital. 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 provide a 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 theirlives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a widerange of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.

  We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or verygood 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 urbanlocations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots ofways 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 testamentto our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe inequal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, whereeveryone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be thebest version of ourselves.

  Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, andteach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better everyday through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

  Details

  Date posted

  18 June 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-C098.25

  Job locations

  D/N Hub Westminster Memorial 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 offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals 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

  When completing your application please make sure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your skills and experience apply to this post.

  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 offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals 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

  When completing your application please make sure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your skills and experience apply to this post.

  Person Specification

  Knowledge, Skills and Training

  Essential

  • NMC Registration
  • Teaching Qualification or willingness to undertake
  • Ability to demonstrate knowledge of current developments in nursing

  Desirable

  • Experience of research or audit
  • Mentorship Course - NVQ Assessor

  Additional Requirements

  Essential

  • Able to use a computer to basic standard for inputting information and obtaining results
  • Participate in staff development

  Additional skills held by post holder

  Essential

  • Current wound care and palliative care knowledge

  Key Skills

  Essential

  • A car and use of a car is essential for role

  Desirable

  • To manage own time

  Person Specification

  Knowledge, Skills and Training

  Essential

  • NMC Registration
  • Teaching Qualification or willingness to undertake
  • Ability to demonstrate knowledge of current developments in nursing

  Desirable

  • Experience of research or audit
  • Mentorship Course - NVQ Assessor

  Additional Requirements

  Essential

  • Able to use a computer to basic standard for inputting information and obtaining results
  • Participate in staff development

  Additional skills held by post holder

  Essential

  • Current wound care and palliative care knowledge

  Key Skills

  Essential

  • A car and use of a car is essential for role

  Desirable

  • To manage own time

  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 Westminster Memorial 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 Westminster Memorial 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

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