University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Maternity Cover Staff Nurse - Stroke Unit
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We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic staff nurses to join our inclusive and friendly multidisciplinary team in the Stroke Unit for a fixed term maternity cover. We are in the process of expanding the Stroke Unit to 43 beds.
We offer a bespoke stroke induction programme and actively encourage clinical training, including an on-site Stroke Practice Educator. This role offers the successful candidate an incredible opportunity for career development and a chance to make a positive impact on the service we provide.
We will help to develop your clinical skills in a supportive environment, building on your existing knowledge to give you the confidence to progress – if you are committed and caring, join us and be a part of our quality improvement initiatives.
In Return, We Can Offer You
- Positive team spirit
- Excellent training and development opportunities
- A team who support one another
- Flexible working
- Work life balance
- Practice Educator
- Stroke Induction Programme
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Deputy Sister Kate Shearer Said
"I have worked on the unit for eighteen years, it has been supportive in ensuring I have the right work/home life balance to enable me to continue with my career. There is a real team spirit on the unit and great learning opportunities."
We are accepting applicants for full time and part time hours.
Sponsorship is available for this role.
Base Location: Bournemouth
Interview Date: 27th August 2026
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.
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If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.
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For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Helen Westall
- Job title: Ward Sister
- Email address: helen.westall@uhd.nhs.uk
- Telephone number: 0300 019 4001
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