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Staff Nurse RMN/RNLD
The closing date is 07 August 2025
The unit is part of the multi-disciplinary Dorset Forensic Services which consists of Nurses, Psychiatrists, Doctors, Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Mental Health Support Worker and Administrators.
This post will work closely with all disciplines to assist and coordinate patient care packages aimed at recovery and supporting transition into the community.
You will work closely with other Nurses, the Clinical Leads, Ward Manager, Service Manager and other disciplines and will receive regular supervision and training opportunities both internally and externally.
If you are newly qualified you will have access to a fully structured preceptorship, you will then be offered bespoke CPD opportunities.
Main duties of the job
Welcome to Twynham Low Secure Forensic Unit, we have exciting opportunities for developmental RMN and RNLD posts. Our aim is to provide you with learning support, mentorship and supervision to enable you to become a band 6 nurse within an inpatient setting.
We have a programme designed to support your development within the inpatient setting, commencing as a band 5 role with the view to progressing into a band 6 position. The competencies have been designed to ensure we support you in gaining the knowledge and experience you need to carry out your duties competently and confidently.
You will be supported with this by your line manager and an identified mentor alongside the multi-disciplinary team to meet these competencies and thrive within our team. We envisage that completion of this programme is achieved within 12 months of commencing your post, however if you achieve the programme in advance of that time period, your progression to band 6 could be achieved earlier. This will be achieved by having monthly line management supervision which will feed into your appraisal.
We would like to welcome you to the team, and we look forward to supporting you in your journey over the next 12 months.
The post is full time working 37.5 hours a week although part time will be considered.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our 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 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job responsibilities
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 offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Person Specification
Educational Requirements / Qualifications
* Registered Nurse (RMN / RNLD)
Skills / Knowledge base
* Preceptorship or working towards it
* Ability to mentor students
* Ability to supervise other staff
* Working knowledge of criminal justice agencies
* Good working knowledge of Part III of the Mental Health Act 1983 (2007 as amended)
Personal Qualities
* Ability to work unsupervised
Experience
* Supervised experience gained during clinical placements
* Ability to take charge of a ward/case load regularly
* Experience of forensic nursing
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.
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
£31,049 to £46,580 a yearp.a. /pro rata for part time
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