Job summary University Hospitals Dorset have an exciting opportunity to be a Staff Nurse as part of a small team providing support for Interventional Radiology patients in a newly created day care unit based at Royal Bournemouth Hospital. Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital Interview date: TBC Main duties of the job To provide a high standard of quality care and patient experience without direct supervision across the IR day care unit. To practice autonomously (within the requirements of UHD and the NMC code of practice) and be responsible and accountable for safe, compassionate person centred evidence-based nursing that respects and maintains dignity and human rights. Take charge of the unit in the absence of a more senior member of staff on a shift basis. To assist in the management and organisation of the IR Day Case Unit. Assist in developing and maintaining a suitable and stimulating learning environment for the on-going professional development of registered staff. To support the Trust strategy of delivering a quality healthcare service for patients and their families. To work within and to support the Trust objectives and the ward department philosophy and standards. About us Our values define who we are as TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview. Date posted 24 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year pa - pro rata if part time Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 153-SP04176-A Job locations Royal Bournemouth Hospital Castle Lane East Bournemouth BH7 7DW Job description Job responsibilities To uphold standards of safety and quality always putting the patient first and protecting them from harm. Ensure that the rights, dignity and confidentiality of the patient are protected at all times. To ensure that own practice is evidence based. To liaise appropriately with all members of the multidisciplinary team in a manner to promote effective teamwork. Practices in line with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct at all times. Ensures own mandatory training is updated. Ensures own professional/educational training needs are identified and keeps professional portfolio up to date. Is aware of national and local policies and initiatives which impact patient and nursing care and is able to demonstrate their application in the clinical setting. To ensure that all procedures and treatments are carried out according to Trust policies, procedures, and protocols. Act as an effective role model by demonstrating effective organisational and leadership skills. Assess the needs and plan the care of patients, evaluating progress to ensure the care remains appropriate and facilitate colleagues in these processes. Understands and analyses patient clinical observations and records, taking or instigating appropriate action as necessary. Job description Job responsibilities To uphold standards of safety and quality always putting the patient first and protecting them from harm. Ensure that the rights, dignity and confidentiality of the patient are protected at all times. To ensure that own practice is evidence based. To liaise appropriately with all members of the multidisciplinary team in a manner to promote effective teamwork. Practices in line with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct at all times. Ensures own mandatory training is updated. Ensures own professional/educational training needs are identified and keeps professional portfolio up to date. Is aware of national and local policies and initiatives which impact patient and nursing care and is able to demonstrate their application in the clinical setting. To ensure that all procedures and treatments are carried out according to Trust policies, procedures, and protocols. Act as an effective role model by demonstrating effective organisational and leadership skills. Assess the needs and plan the care of patients, evaluating progress to ensure the care remains appropriate and facilitate colleagues in these processes. Understands and analyses patient clinical observations and records, taking or instigating appropriate action as necessary. Person Specification Qualifications Essential oNMC Registered Adult Nurse Desirable oPost Registration course related to surgery or interventional radiology Technical Skills Competencies Essential oBasic IT skills. oUtilisation of electronic documentation and reporting systems. oObtaining and analysing clinical data to recognise the deteriorating patient. oMedication and prescription management non-IV and IV medication and blood products oCalculation of drug doses for infusions requiring frequent concentration. Desirable oECG recording oEPMA oFamiliar with Ecamis, EPR. ICE oMale catheterisation oAble to retrieve relevant investigation results Knowledge Essential oDemonstrates the fundamentals of nursing care, knowledge, and practice skills. oNMC code of conduct Desirable oAwareness of patient experience, quality and safety agenda's that support Governance Frameworks Person Specification Qualifications Essential oNMC Registered Adult Nurse Desirable oPost Registration course related to surgery or interventional radiology Technical Skills Competencies Essential oBasic IT skills. oUtilisation of electronic documentation and reporting systems. oObtaining and analysing clinical data to recognise the deteriorating patient. oMedication and prescription management non-IV and IV medication and blood products oCalculation of drug doses for infusions requiring frequent concentration. Desirable oECG recording oEPMA oFamiliar with Ecamis, EPR. ICE oMale catheterisation oAble to retrieve relevant investigation results Knowledge Essential oDemonstrates the fundamentals of nursing care, knowledge, and practice skills. oNMC code of conduct Desirable oAwareness of patient experience, quality and safety agenda's that support Governance Frameworks Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Bournemouth Hospital Castle Lane East Bournemouth BH7 7DW Employer's website https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)