Bank Worker – Registered Nurse / Registered Children’s Nurse
We are looking for a dedicated, caring, and compassionate nurse to join our bank team at Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Dorchester, UK.
Job Summary
Our bank is growing and we want you to support our nursing team with flexibility in hours and a chance to improve patient care. You will provide patient‑centred care, coordinate with the multidisciplinary team, maintain accurate records and act as patient advocate.
Main Duties
* Access, plan, implement and evaluate individual patient care.
* Communicate effectively with patients, visitors and the multidisciplinary team.
* Coordinate patient‑centred care from admission to discharge.
* Maintain accurate patient records using Clinical systems.
* Act as patients' advocate.
* Promote health and empowerment of patients.
* Identify changing patient needs and communicate changes to team.
* Work collaboratively across clinical teams appropriate to your qualification.
* Complete mandatory training and clinical skills.
Responsibilities – Policy & Service Development
* Follow trust policies and procedures (risk reporting).
* Contribute to ward/department development by attending meetings and supporting implementation of change.
* Act as a resource link nurse for the ward.
* Develop yourself and contribute to development of others.
Responsibilities – Resources
* Handle patient valuables and cash.
* Maintain stock levels.
* Manage resources within budget and take action when required.
Responsibilities – Staff
* Participate in education and supervision of team, including students.
* Act as team or shift leader.
* Mentor student nurses and unqualified staff.
* Supervise ward team in absence of senior nurse.
* Accept and apply clinical supervision.
Qualifications
* NMC Registered Nurse or NMC Registered Sick Children’s Nurse.
* Minimum of 1 year post‑registration experience in an acute setting.
* Evidence of continued professional development.
Key Skills
* Competent practitioner practice.
* Effective working relationships with colleagues, patients, and visitors.
* Time‑management skills.
* Understanding of clinical governance, risk management and confidentiality.
Employer Details
Employer: Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Williams Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 2JY, UK
Contract: Bank (Flexible working)
Pay: £31,049 to £37,796 a year, pro‑rata.
Reference Number: 405-16-N137RPT-K
Contact
For more information, please email: recruitment@example.com
Legal
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check is required.
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