Registered Nurse Associate in Sherborne inSherborne PUBLISHED FRI 6 JUN 2025 Jump to job information section

Are you patient-centred, committed to delivering high quality care, have excellent clinical and communication skills, a 'can do' attitude and a desire to be the best?

Rowan ward is a 15 bedded ward who are seeking Registered Nurse Associates, who are motivated to make a real difference with a caring and compassionate attitude, have excellent team-working skills, communication, and assessment skills.

Rowan ward provides stroke rehabilitation and end of life care within our thriving community hospital. We are looking to recruit Band 4 Registered Nurse Associate who have a keen interest in Stroke rehabilitation and end of life care We are a forward thinking supportive multidisciplinary team. It is a very exciting time on Rowan ward with the development of many services, at Dorset HealthCare we offer plenty of opportunities to develop your nursing skills and provide development opportunities.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

Provide a high quality person centred approach to care delivery within your sphere of practice always considering patients privacy, dignity and safety.

To deliver planned care to a group of patients working within the standards of proficiency outlined by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and in accordance with Trust policies and protocols.

Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a team and provide support/guidance to less experienced staff/learners within the clinical environment as needed.

Manage a defined group of patients/service users under the indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse, using evidence based/client centred principles to undertake a range of delegated tasks independently.

Contribute to the ongoing assessment, planning, implementation, and monitoring of patient/service user care, and escalate to senior registered practitioner as appropriate.

Promote health and prevent ill health in service users, contributing to integrated care.

To plan and undertake clinical tasks guided by standard operating procedures and protocols, within the limitations of the Registered Nursing Associate role.

Undertake delegated clinical skills within their scope of practice having once undertaken relevant training, deemed competent and adhere to local and national guidance.

If you would like to find out more about the role, the team or the hospital then please contact us and we can arrange a visit to come and meet our amazing team.

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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.

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