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Location

Dorset | United Kingdom

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Job description

A Vacancy at Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust.

Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) Student (Health Visiting )

In Dorset we have a proven record of successfully training Health Visitors . Dorset is a beautiful county offering experience of working in rural as well as urban areas. Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust (DHC) has close ties with Bournemouth University and has gained an excellent reputation in the training of 0-19yrs Specialist Community Public Health Nurses -all of whom have acquired jobs in the NHS following completion of their course.

DHC highly values the contribution that the 0-19yrs CYP Public Health Service makes to improving outcomes for children, young people and their families, using evidence-based, early intervention strategies.

The CYP Public Health service is delighted to offer this exciting opportunity in partnership with Bournemouth University. The programme comprises practical learning in a Health Visiting team within the county of Dorset and academic studies. Students will be fully supported in clinical practice by a qualified Practice Assessor and a Practice Supervisor.

Entry requirements:

You must be currently registered with the NMC in the UK as a Nurse or Midwife to apply.

This is Postgraduate Study (PGDip)

‘The standard entry requirement of a postgraduate taught programme is a UK Bachelor Honours Degree or overseas equivalent. A combination of academic and experiential learning will be considered on its individual merits and may be acceptable’. Please contact the Programme Lead Dr Karen Rees for advice ([email protected]).

Academic

Meet academic competencies within the framework of the University requirements
• Actively participate in the course
• Work with PA / PS in a reflective manner
• Adhere to University policies and procedures

Practice

Using present clinical skills develop relevant competencies (within the specialist clinical sphere) to demonstrate skills as a specialist practitioner
• Work within the NMC (2022) guidelines and scope of professional practice

Interviews will be held on 28th March and 4th April 2024. Applicants who are successful at the interview stage will then need to submit a formal application to the university. The course will start on 23rd September 2024.

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.

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 is working in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering 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 do contact [email protected]

This advert closes on Tuesday 19 Mar 2024

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