Staff Nurse - MEDICAL SAME DAY EMERGENCY CARE | University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Bournemouth is seeking a staff nurse for their Same day Emergency clinic. The role involves rapid assessment of acutely unwell patients and offers a supportive environment for professional development. The ideal candidate will be a registered nurse with acute hospital experience, motivated by a challenging and dynamic work environment. Shift patterns include weekdays and weekends.

Qualifications

• Post-registration experience in an acute setting preferred.
• Active UK NMC Registration is required.
• Motivated to develop professionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide rapid assessment and initial management of acutely unwell patients.
• Cover shift patterns including weekdays and weekends.
• Work with a team to improve patient care and flow.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC)

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a staff nurse within the Same day Emergency clinic (SDEC), providing rapid assessment of acutely unwell patients.

We are looking for a high calibre individual with good interpersonal and communication skills. You will be motivated to develop professionally in a supportive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have staff nurse experience in an acute hospital and will be looking for a challenging and fast moving post that emergency medicine provides.

Responsibilities

• Provide rapid assessment and initial management of acutely unwell patients in SDEC.
• Cover shift patterns which include weekday and some weekend working as an essential part of the role.
• Work within a supportive team to continuously improve patient care and flow through the service.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Registered Nurse (NMC) with post-registration experience in an acute setting preferred.
• Active UK NMC Registration is required.
• Role may involve a 6-month Probationary Period, with renewal dependent on performance review.

Additional Information

• Please read the attached job description and person specification for more in-depth information on this post.
• Interview Date: TBC
• Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD and guide how we treat patients, visitors, and colleagues. UHD is undergoing service development and relocation plans within the Trust, including a planned move from Poole site to Royal Bournemouth site in January 2026.
• Some services may move sites this year or next; recruiting managers will address questions at interview about relocation or site moves.
• Details regarding relocation are subject to relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.
• This advert closes on Wednesday 1 Oct 2025.