Staff Nurse – Purbeck Ward | Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Company: Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Apply for the Staff Nurse – Purbeck Ward | Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Dorchester
Job Description:

The Purbeck Ward team is known for its welcoming nature, enthusiastic attitude, and strong commitment to ensuring that every patient receives the care they need and deserve. We proudly support the FERF initiative, celebrating monthly achievements and the dedication of our trauma ward team.

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About the Unit

Purbeck Ward is a GOLD accredited trauma unit specialising in acute orthopaedic trauma and working within the wider Wessex trauma network. The fast‑paced and unpredictable nature of trauma nursing here provides a supportive ward environment that celebrates achieving good patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide high‑quality, safe nursing care driven by patient experience and evidence‑based best practice.
  • Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and independently.
  • Adapt to frequently changing situations within the trauma setting.
  • Support safe and timely discharge planning to promote effective utilisation of beds.
  • Participate in training and educational opportunities, including Level 1 Adult Ward Nursing for Major Trauma Patient competencies, TCAR training and the Trust’s Orthopaedic Nursing Study Day.
  • Attend additional educational programmes offered at Dorset County Hospital.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Registered nurse with experience in an acute hospital setting.
  • Experience or strong interest in orthopaedic trauma nursing.
  • Ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team as well as independently.
  • Willingness to adapt quickly in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Commitment to completing required competencies and ongoing professional development.

We welcome applications from people in all under‑represented groups and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.

Advert closes on Tuesday 28 Apr 2026.

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Posted: May 8th, 2026