Job Description

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated Staff Nurse with excellent communication skills to work as part of the Outpatient nursing team. The successful candidates will have the opportunity to increase their skills by supporting clinics, supporting the development of staff, ensuring the smooth running of the departments whilst contributing to and being responsible for quality care and patient safety.



If you are a strong, caring, compassionate individual who has strong time management skills, works well under pressure and wants to deliver quality care, then please apply.



The successful applicants will be able to demonstrate an ability to provide high quality safe nursing care which is driven by patient experience and evidence based best practice.



Outpatients is a diverse, multidisciplinary environment which requires flexible and adaptable skills, an aptitude to learn and a motivation to develop your own clinical skills in line with progressive service delivery. This post is vital in supporting patients through their outpatient journey, as well as assisting with examinations and offering emotional support.



We are looking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic trained nurse into band 5 staff nurse posts to assist with in the delivery of high standards of care.



Outpatients host a variety of specialities across 5 departments. Sandsfoot, Maumbury, Robert White Centre, South Walks House and Weymouth Community. The successful applicant will be required to work across all these departments, and demonstrate skills and knowledge of the below.



Chaperoning, being patient advocate. Assisting in procedure clinics and supporting patient recovery. Supporting Orthopaedic and vascular dressing clinics. Supporting the development of new staff. Supervision and assessment of students. Communicating with patients, their families/carers and staff. Time management Basic level of leadership skills/experience.

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.

UKVI Sponsorship:

This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.

The post holder will:

To contribute towards the smooth running and development of the department through effective teamwork.



Contribute towards Quality Improvement and Clinical Governance.



Ensure Health and Safety initiatives including audits are carried out within the departments.



Will be expected to work independently/autonomously without direct supervision at times.



Participate in the delivery of formal and informal teaching for the nursing staff and act as a resource for education and development within the service.



To co-ordinate and manage the day to day running of outpatients.



To recognize when to, and to escalate to the appropriate service.



Communicate effectively with patients, visitors and staff.