University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Staff Nurse - Older Person's Assessment Unit
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Exciting Opportunity for a Staff Nurse
We have an exciting opportunity for a Staff Nurse to join our Older Persons Assessment Unit based at Royal Bournemouth Hospital.
About the Unit
The Older Persons Assessment Unit is newly refurbished and customized to facilitate 24/7 admissions for our aging community. With a capacity for 50 bed spaces, the unit is always bustling, and no two days are the same. We are looking for dynamic and passionate nurses to join our developing team to lead and empower one another in providing quality care to our complex elderly community.
Our Aim
Our aim is to provide all our patients with a comprehensive geriatric assessment upon admission. This approach means our patients receive the right care at the right time. In achieving this, we work very closely as a multidisciplinary team.
What We Offer
- Excellent team spirit, engaging in outside social activities
- Positive culture where everyone's voice is heard
- Practice Educator
- Development opportunities
- Friendly and approachable staff
- Flexible working
- Work-life balance
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For a more detailed overview of the role and person specification, please see the supporting documents.
Requirements
This role requires a current NMC registration.
Location and Dates
- Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital
- Interview Date: 6th August 2026
To understand the role in more detail, please read the full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.
About UHD
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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Contact Information
For further details or informal visits, contact:
- Name: Emma Hardy
- Job Title: Clinical Lead
- Email Address: uhd.opau.sisters@nhs.net
- Telephone Number: 0300 019 4083
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