Staff Nurse - SDEC

Outstanding Care, Outstanding Careers For more information on our wonderful Trust search Join DCHFT and for more information on the benefits of working at DCHFT search DCHFT Staff Benefits For help with completing an application search DCHFT Our Recruitment Process Job overview To work as part of the established nursing team on SDEC and to provide excellent person-centred care for patients across multi specialities, whilst adhering to the NMC Code of Conduct. Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations Advert Applicant must be an UK NMC registered Adult Nurse, with a minimum of 2 years experience and evidence of recent CPD. As a minimum, must be able to administer IV medication. Experience of ED, Acute Medicine, Acute Surgical would be desirable. Must be up to date with BLS (and preferably ILS - or willingness to work towards). Competence in blood product administration would be beneficial. Ability to work effectively as part of an efficient nursing team. Ability to build working relationships with SDEC colleagues and the wider MDT. Working for our organisation At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture that we create for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff. Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our 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. We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate’s individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role. All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application. Detailed job description and main responsibilities • Administer medications to patients, including intravenously • Carry out clinical skills as required, including but not limited to; clinical observations, neurological observations, cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs, bladder scans, female catheterisation, wound dressings • Administer blood products • Support NIC with patient flow by completing tasks in a timely fashion, and by transferring patients to wards/scans as requested • Develop effective working relationships with MDT • Participate in team huddles to ensure optimal communication • Utilise clinical systems such as EPMA, vital pac, ICE, CareFlow • Ensure thorough discharges are complete with appropriate safety netting • Providing SBAR handovers to wards should patients require admission • Must be able to communicate effectively and manage time • May be required to support in ED if asked by the NIC Our Mission Outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them. Our Vision Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.​ Our Values Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups. For more information, please use the link below to read our joint strategy for Dorset County Hospital and Dorset Healthcare. Trust Strategy | Dorset County Hospital (dchft.nhs.uk) PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Please read the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required. The closing date/interview date is subject to amendment; this vacancy may therefore expire at short notice, so we recommend that you submit an application at your earliest convenience. We reserve the right to close any vacancies without notice. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email; therefore it is important that you check your personal email account regularly. Unfortunately we are unable to respond to every application; if we do not contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date, please be advised that you not have been shortlisted on this occasion. You can contact us on 01305 254655 to find out whether you have been shortlisted or if you would like feedback.