Job summary
- Main area
- Tissue Viability and Leg Ulcer Service
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- 7 hours per week (Part time.)
- Job ref
- 152-C004.24
- Employer
- Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Village Surgery
- Town
- Poole
- Salary
- £5,302 - £6,455 p.a.
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 09/05/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Leg Ulcer Staff Nurse
Band 5
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Job overview
This is an exciting opportunity to work within Dorset Leg Ulcer Service.
We have a vacancy for a Band 5 Staff Nurse to work 7 hours per week within the service on Mondays and Thursdays at the Village Surgery Leg Ulcer Clinic from 12:00-15:30
Support and training will be given.
There would also be ample opportunities to work extra hours on a bank contract to cover annual leave and sickness within team.
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.
Informal enquiries welcomed.
Main duties of the job
Working with key individuals, the post holder will be responsible for:
- The ongoing development for the nurse led complex leg ulcer management service
- Provide evidence based professional advice on all aspects of Leg Ulcer management to patients and their carers
- Asses, plan, implement and evaluate evidence based nursing care
- Deliver leg ulcer care within DHUFT, in accordance with RCN guideline
This job entails working alongside a healthcare support worker to see patients at the Village Surgery leg ulcer clinic, assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating leg ulcer care.
Working for our organisation
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.
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.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact [email protected]
Person specification
Knowledge, Skills and Training
Essential criteria
- RGN
Desirable criteria
- Diploma / Degree
- Teaching Experience/ENB 998 or equivalent
- University accredited qualification in Leg Ulcer Management
Job Specific Experience
Essential criteria
- Demonstrable experience in Primary Health Care – (including Leg Ulcer management)
- Evidence of continuing professional development in Leg Ulcer management
- Competent in assessment, doppler skills and compression bandaging skills
- Ability to work as part of a nursing team and to deliver evidenced based care
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
Desirable criteria
- Tissue Viability Link Nurse within current role
- Understanding of the purpose and effectiveness of audit
Business Travel
Essential criteria
- Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business
Personal qualities/attributes
Essential criteria
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Enthusiastic and motivated
- Able to use own initiative
- Flexible and able to prioritise time and resources
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Cathy Alner
- Job title
- Leg Ulcer Nurse Co-ordinator
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01202 443739
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