Staff Nurse - Lulworth Ward in Dorchester

Lulworth ward is a Gold accredited acute general surgical ward with a friendly and professional team that will provide an ideal environment for applicants to develop their skills, knowledge and competency in the challenging demands of caring for the acute surgical patient. We have on ward support from a clinical practice educator and work closely with the relevant specialist nurses and also support from the discharge team for the complex discharges.

Lulworth ward is a 31 bed ward where you will need to be able to care for patients before and after surgery and be involved in all aspects of care from admission to discharge. Many patients are step-downs from the critical care unit and require high levels of intervention/support. You will need to be able to adapt to the changing workload whilst delivering compassionate, safe high-quality care.

The successful applicant will be joining a positive, friendly and supportive team focused on goals driven by patient experience and evidence based best practice.

• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care of patients whilst promoting safe, effective and timely discharge.
• To contribute towards the smooth running and development of the department through effective teamwork and delegation.
• To maintain patient safety by conducting risk assessments, infection control protocols and care plans promptly.
• To contribute to a learning environment, coaching students and sharing skills with other staff.
• To contribute to the cleanliness and tidiness of the ward environment adhering to ward protocol.
• To work within codes of practice and professional guidelines.

We currently have a fixed term vacancy for a committed and enthusiastic individual to complement the well established friendly and professional team. The team are dedicated in delivering high quality care to patients. Part time / Full time and flexible working considered. Posts will include rotation on to night duty with the option of permanent night assignments.

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 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.

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.

• Essential: NMC Registered
• Desirable: Evidence of CPD
• Experience: Recent & relevant post registration acute experience.
• Understanding of professional nursing issues.
• Skills & Abilities:
• Evidence of ability to practice as competent practitioner.
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors.
• Evidence of an ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to manage a group of patients and to delegate effectively.
• Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements in relation to improving quality of care.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the DBS may be required.

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.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.