Staff Nurse - Moreton Ward

Staff Nurse - Moreton Ward

The closing date is 25 February 2026

Join an exciting and evolving team, with chances to develop and learn respiratory specific clinical skills. You will have the support of experienced and supportive nurses, clinical nurse specialists, and a friendly and approachable respiratory medical team. Moreton has recently had a transformation of its leadership team and is prioritising the education and training of staff while ensuring that high quality patient centered care is at the heart of what we do.

We are a 26 bedded ward that provide respiratory medical care to patients from across the county. This can be direct admissions from ED, transfers from other ward areas, along with caring for step down critical care patients. You will have the opportunity to develop your clinical skills and become competent at caring for patients with chest drains, nasal high flow and NIV (non invasive ventilation). You will be involved in all aspects of patient care from admission though to discharge and your input and clinical judgement will be valued in the planning of care and treatment for our patients.

We welcome you to visit the ward and get to know the team. If you are ready to develop your skills in an acute area with a supportive team, then Moreton would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

What You'll Do

• Deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care to patients with acute medical and respiratory conditions.
• Communicate confidently with a wide range of health professionals to ensure smooth admissions, care planning, and discharges.
• Work closely with internal and external agencies to support timely, safe patient discharges.
• Collaborate with senior nurses and allied health professionals to maintain high standards of care and patient experience.
• Structured Development Pathways: Access to specialist respiratory training, mentorship, and leadership programmes.
• Continuous Learning: Opportunities to undertake courses, study days, and professional qualifications.
• Career Progression: Clear routes to senior clinical roles and advanced practice positions.
• Flexible Working Options: Helping you balance work and life.
• NHS Benefits Package: Including generous annual leave, NHS pension scheme, and staff discounts.
• Relocation Support: Available for eligible candidates.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to staff wellbeing services and employee assistance programmes.

Come and See for Yourself

We know choosing the right team matters. That's why we welcome prospective applicants to visit Moreton Ward, meet our friendly team, and see what makes us proud of the care we deliver. To arrange a visit or an informal chat, please contact us - we'd love to show you around!

Previous applicants need not apply.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

As a trust we are support a number of overseas applicants into UK based roles.

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.

Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.

UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

In return we can offer you incredible training, and we are happy to consider any requests for a variety of flexible working patterns which will reviewed regularly, to ensure the wellbeing of our staff and our service.

Person Specification Education, Qualifications and Training

• Registered Nurse/Paramedic
• Evidence of CPD
• Immediate Life Support training
• Cannulation, Venepuncture
• Intravenous Administration of Medicines
• Teaching and Mentoring Competency

Knowledge and Experience

• Post registration experience with recent acute Medical/ Surgical/Elderly Care experience in an acute hospital or as a Paramedic
• Understanding of professional nursing/paramedic issues

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

• Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient practitioner
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
• Understanding of confidentiality, information governance and the Caldicott principles
• Evidence of excellent communication skills across a range of personnel
• Evidence of ability to manage time effectively
• Demonstrate an understanding of risk management

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 County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

£31,049 to £37,796 a yearPro Rata Per Annum