Job summary
Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Ward Sister, to come and join our senior team on Radipole ward. This post is to work alongside the Senior Sister to lead the nursing team, and care for our predominantly older patients.
Radipole Ward is a 33 bedded unit located in the heart of Weymouth . We provide care to patients who require rehabilitation, end of life care, or further assessment. The team have impeccably high standards and we are immensely proud of the service we provide. As such we are looking for a professional, enthusiastic, motivated individual who is keen to work alongside the team to keep standards high, and drive services forward in innovative ways.
If this is you, then we welcome your application.
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
There is more to working in our community hospital than meets the eye! The nursing care we provide is at the forefront of modern clinical nursing and providing excellent healthcare closer to home.
There are plenty of opportunities to retain or upskill your acute clinical experience, focused on acute admission avoidance we look after a range of patients with complex needs and discharge plans.
To provide a high-quality person-centred approach to care delivery which always considers patient's safety, privacy and dignity
To manage and clinically lead the ward team with the Senior Sister, and to maintain continuity in his/her absence
To facilitate effective working within the team and ensure effective collaborative and multidisciplinary working
To manage health roster, Audits, Appraisals, Clinical supervisions, respond to Ulysses, Inspiring and Developing ward staff, Service Improvement
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Detailed job description and main 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.
In addition to the following benefits we are also able to offer flexible shift patterns; for example working longer days/a shorter week:
Dedicated career pathways and great opportunities for continuing professional development
You will receive a comprehensive and structured induction programme and training.
Monthly pay plus enhancements for night, weekend and bank holiday working
NHS pension scheme
Generous holiday entitlement
NHS discount and salary sacrifice scheme
Not forgetting our unique selling point our Trust beach huts located along the famous Sandbanks coastline.
Dorset HealthCare is in partnership withThe Princes Trustto support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Detailed job description and main 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.
In addition to the following benefits we are also able to offer flexible shift patterns; for example working longer days/a shorter week:
Dedicated career pathways and great opportunities for continuing professional development
You will receive a comprehensive and structured induction programme and training.
Monthly pay plus enhancements for night, weekend and bank holiday working
NHS pension scheme
Generous holiday entitlement
NHS discount and salary sacrifice scheme
Not forgetting our unique selling point our Trust beach huts located along the famous Sandbanks coastline.
Dorset HealthCare is in partnership withThe Princes Trustto support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Training
Essential
- Registered practitioner to degree / diploma level supplemented by diploma level specialist training and / or short courses or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty
- Membership of the relevant Professional Body
- Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training
- Evidence of recent professional development in an up to date portfolio
- Knowledge and understanding of Trust Strategy relevant to role
Job Specific Experience
Essential
- Experience at Practitioner Band 5 level
- Knowledge and understanding of legislation relevant to Practice
- Ability to evaluate care leading to improvement in quality standards and service improvement
- Ability to teach staff new to the clinical area, less experienced staff, students and members of the multi-disciplinary team
- Able to demonstrate highly developed physical skills where accuracy is important such as in the manipulation of fine tools and materials for patient interventions
Desirable
- Previous line management experience
- Experience of multi-disciplinary working
- Recent previous experience within a comparable role
- Experience of managing change
Finance/Resources
Essential
- Ability to promote the best use of available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- IT literacy in order to be able to enter patient related data into identified electronic record systems
- Experience within a comparable role
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Training
Essential
- Registered practitioner to degree / diploma level supplemented by diploma level specialist training and / or short courses or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty
- Membership of the relevant Professional Body
- Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training
- Evidence of recent professional development in an up to date portfolio
- Knowledge and understanding of Trust Strategy relevant to role
Job Specific Experience
Essential
- Experience at Practitioner Band 5 level
- Knowledge and understanding of legislation relevant to Practice
- Ability to evaluate care leading to improvement in quality standards and service improvement
- Ability to teach staff new to the clinical area, less experienced staff, students and members of the multi-disciplinary team
- Able to demonstrate highly developed physical skills where accuracy is important such as in the manipulation of fine tools and materials for patient interventions
Desirable
- Previous line management experience
- Experience of multi-disciplinary working
- Recent previous experience within a comparable role
- Experience of managing change
Finance/Resources
Essential
- Ability to promote the best use of available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- IT literacy in order to be able to enter patient related data into identified electronic record systems
- Experience within a comparable role
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).
