Overview
Our friendly District Nursing team in Bridport and Lyme are looking for a Band 5 Community Staff Nurse to join their team for a 6 month secondment. Full training and support will be offered to the successful candidate. We are looking for dynamic, motivated individuals who wish to provide a high standard of nursing care to people in their own homes.
Responsibilities
* Wound care
* Palliative care
* IV drug administration
* Medication and injection administration
* Diabetes management
* Other diverse nursing skills as required
* Work weekends, late shifts and bank holidays pro rata (late shift until 8pm)
Requirements and Qualifications
* Must be able to drive and have access to a car
* Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover
* Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check
* Applications from candidates requiring current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are ineligible to apply
* This is a fixed term role and for those with current NHS service, the role will be offered on a secondment basis only. Please obtain permission to be released on a secondment before submitting an application
About the Role and Training
There will be excellent links to local universities; the training and development offered is designed to allow rapid upskilling and support with new skills.
About Dorset HealthCare
We’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through 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. We have a strong focus on equality, diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a supportive workplace for all staff.
Additional Information
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.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare works in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
This advert closes on Wednesday 17 Sep 2025
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