Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Roald Dahl Transition CMC Clinical Nurse Specialist
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Roald Dahl Paediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) for Complex Medical Conditions Transition – Dorset County Hospital
About the Role
The Paediatric Team at Dorset County Hospital is seeking an experienced, motivated, and compassionate nurse to join as a Roald Dahl Paediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) for Complex Medical Conditions Transition. This is a Band 7 role, created in partnership with Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity, focusing on supporting children and young people with complex medical needs as they transition from paediatric to adult services.
As a Roald Dahl CNS, you will contribute to a national network of specialist nurses, known for delivering holistic, child-centred care. Based in the Paediatric Department at Dorset County Hospital, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, community services, and regional partners to ensure smooth, safe, supported, and empowering transitions for young people and their families.
What We Offer
- Membership of the Roald Dahl Nurse network, with access to:
- Specialist training
- Peer support
- Professional development opportunities
- A supportive paediatric team at Dorset County Hospital
- Opportunities to shape and lead transition services across the Trust
- A role with profound impact—enhancing the lives of children, young people, and families living with complex medical conditions
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Requirements: The Ideal Candidate
- A Registered Children’s Nurse (RSCN/RN Child) with substantial post-registration experience
- Expertise in managing complex medical conditions and confidence in autonomous clinical practice
- Passion for improving transition experiences for young people
- Strong communication, advocacy, and teamwork skills
- Motivation to innovate transition services and incorporate evidence-based practice
- Commitment to the values of Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity, including:
- Kindness
- Courage (bravery)
- Co-creation of extraordinary care
- Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive workspace
Key Responsibilities
- Provide specialist clinical leadership in managing children and young people with complex medical conditions
- Coordinate transition pathways between paediatric and adult services, ensuring seamless continuity of care
- Deliver holistic support to families—addressing emotional, social, and practical needs
- Conduct advanced clinical assessments and tailor personalised care plans
- Educate and train families, carers, and healthcare professionals
- Develop and audit transition services, driving quality improvements across the Trust
- Act as a liaison between hospital providers, community services, and voluntary sector partners
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At Dorset County Hospital (DCHFT) We Pride Ourselves On
- Outstanding, patient-centred care—delivered with empathy and respect
- A fair, inclusive culture that values all staff
- Mission: To provide care that truly matters to patients
- Vision: To be at the heart of improving community well-being through healthcare partnerships
We Celebrate Diversity Dorset County Hospital is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. Applications from all under-represented groups are encouraged and welcomed.
Additional Information
- UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. We welcome applications from candidates requiring sponsorship to work in the UK (subject to UKVI eligibility criteria).
For further details or informal discussions, please contact: Name: Zoey Louise Fry Job Title: Paediatric Community & Outpatient Matron Email: zoey.fry@dchft.nhs.uk Telephone: 01305 254279
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