Community Staff Nurse
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Job summary
Our busy District Nursing team in Christchurch are looking for Band 5 community Staff Nurses to join their teams. Applicants can be newly qualified, or experienced, as full training and support will be offered.
We are looking for dynamic, motivated individuals who wish to provide high standard nursing care to people in their own homes.
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.
Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.
Main duties of the job
The role includes, wound care, palliative care, IV drug administration, medication/ injection administration, diabetes management and many other diverse skills.
We have both full and part time vacancies available. There will be an expectation for the successful candidates to work weekends, late shifts and bank holidays pro rata. Our late shift covers until 8pm.
With excellent links to local universities, the training and development we are able to offer is first class, allowing rapid upskilling and support with new skills. Newly qualified staff will have access to a preceptorship program and a specific clinical upskilling program to support their transition from student to RGN.
We would welcome applications from newly qualified nurses and we provide a very comprehensive and fully supported Preceptorship Programme for newly qualified healthcare professionals.
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full-time, Part-time
Salary
£27,055 to £32,934 a year p.a., pro rata for part time
Closing date
16/04/2023