Tissue Viability Staff Nurse | Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 20 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £31,049 - £37,796 Per Annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 December 2025 |
| Location: | Dorchester, DT1 2JY |
| Company: | Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7598918/405-25-NM539TVN |
Summary
To provide professional and clinical expertise in the specialty of Tissue Viability and act as a resource for education and clinical expertise for Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Can deputise in the absence of the lead Tissue Viability Specialist Nurse for the provision of services to patients at risk from and with Pressure Ulcers throughout the Trust which includes risk assessment from admission to discharge.
Able to assess all types of wounds including; trauma, leg ulcers, Diabetic and surgical and Pressure Ulcers and be able to review plans of care.
To provide up to date specialist evidence-based care, knowledge, advice and education for patients with Tissue Viability needs.
To work independently at a level appropriate to clinical competence and within the scope of professional practice.
The post holder will support the Lead Tissue Viability Specialist Nurse with the monitoring of pressure ulcer data via Datix and audit.
Document individual patient assessments, advising on future care and treatment.
Communicate advice to multidisciplinary team, patients and carers on a level that everyone can understand.
Assist with the planning, delivery and evaluating of an education programme in relation to Tissue Viability.
Maintain high standards of professional practice and competence in keeping with Trust policies, guidelines and NMC Code of Conduct.
Assist the Lead Tissue Viability Nurse in the development, implementation and monitoring of guidelines, protocols and standards relating to Tissue Viability.
Maintain a professional portfolio and take responsibility for own educational needs.
The post holder is required to have physical skills obtained through practice, in wound management and dressings, including Negative Pressure Wound Therapy application and application of Compression therapy.
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving 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 some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.
Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
This advert closes on Tuesday 2 Dec 2025
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