Staff Nurse (RMN) | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 03 April 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £28,407 - £34,581 p.a. pro rata for part time |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 03 May 2024 |
| Location: | Charminster, DT29TB |
| Company: | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6176644/152-M79723 |
Summary
Located amidst the picturesque surroundings of Forston Clinic near Dorchester, Melstock House is inviting applications for the role of a Staff Nurse . We are particularly interested in candidates who are passionate about working with older adults and exhibit motivation and enthusiasm in their approach to mental healthcare.
Melstock House is a mixed-sex assessment unit designed specifically to cater to the older adult population struggling with functional mental health illnesses. Comprising 12 ensuite bedrooms, our unit is focused on providing superior care and treatment to individuals navigating acute phases of their psychiatric, social, psychological, and emotional health issues.
Our mission is to conduct comprehensive assessments and facilitate treatment plans that promote wellness, recovery, and self-management, thus reducing hospital stay durations. We place immense value on collaborative efforts and the involvement of caregivers, ensuring these elements are at the forefront of our care delivery process.
We are proud of our highly driven and zealous team, whose shared passion for working with older adults makes us exceptional in our service. Our focus lies in offering diverse and therapeutic interventions, and fostering an environment of learning within our closely-knit multidisciplinary team. The mutual support and strong bonds we share allow us to extend superior care to our patients.
This opportunity is a stepping stone for those eager to contribute to a robust team dedicated to delivering top-notch service, and whose efforts are appreciated by our patients. As a team, we strive to learn and grow together through regular in-house teaching sessions and supervision, united by a shared vision for our service.
The Trust is committed to your growth, offering an array of development courses for you to expand and refine your skills. With a focus on continuous professional development, we ensure your career growth is tailored to your individual needs and personal goals set via annual appraisals. Regular clinical and management supervision is also a part of our support system.
Join us at Melstock House and embark on a rewarding journey of serving the older adult community while furthering your career in mental health care.
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.
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.
Dorset HealthCare is in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to 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 contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.netto access the support.
PMVA
You will be required to undertake aPrevention and Management of Violence and Aggressioncourse and it is a condition of your employment that you successfully complete all aspects of this course; if this is not achieved you will not be able to commence working in the post.
This advert closes on Wednesday 17 Apr 2024