Staff Nurse (RMN) | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Poole; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Poole is seeking a Staff Nurse for the Female Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit. The ideal candidate will provide nursing care, work as part of a multidisciplinary team, and ensure best practice in a fast-paced environment. Newly qualified nurses are encouraged to apply, with a comprehensive induction provided. A calm and supportive team awaits you in this rewarding role.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified nurses are welcome with a supported Preceptorship Programme.
• Completion of a Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression course is required.
• You will be required to undertake a DBS check (Enhanced).

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care within a specialist Female PICU setting.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patients.
• Deliver care in alignment with best practice and service values.

Skills

Excellent clinical skills

Emotional intelligence

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Team player

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Tools

DBS check

Job description

Overview

Are you a nurse looking for a new opportunity or challenge in a Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit? The Female Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit based within St Ann’s Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Staff Nurse to join our team.

Haven Female PICU is a 5 bedded female PICU that provides a high level of effective and compassionate care to women who are experiencing the most acute phase of a serious mental disorder. We utilise a range of interventions to ensure we adhere to best practice and provide excellent care to our patients at all times.

We are looking for suitably qualified and caring individuals who wish to work in a fast paced and challenging environment. You will have excellent clinical skills and be a team player who is emotionally intelligent and able to remain calm when managing potentially testing situations. We would love to hear about what attributes you believe you will bring to the team within your application, and what has driven you to apply for this role within PICU.

Responsibilities and duties

• Provide nursing care within a specialist Female PICU setting in a fast paced environment.

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patients through the acute phase of their mental health condition.

• Deliver care that aligns with best practice and the service’s values, ensuring a calm and therapeutic approach in a low stimulus environment.

Qualifications and requirements

• Newly qualified nurses are welcome and a comprehensive and fully supported Preceptorship Programme is provided alongside a ward based induction.

• If applicable, sponsorship for Skilled Worker status to work in the UK is not accepted for this position.

• Completion of a Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression course is a condition of employment; failure to complete will prevent commencement in the post.

• You will be required to undertake a DBS check (Enhanced). The Trust will cover the cost of the DBS, and applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service may present a valid certificate.

Training and development

As a specialist service, opportunities exist to develop skills with specialised training such as RAID, CBT, enhanced risk assessment, and enhanced physical health interventions. After a successful 3 month probation, you will meet with your supervisor to discuss a personal development plan to identify learning and training needs.

Support and environment

Join a friendly, supportive multi-disciplinary team that promotes a calm and therapeutic approach to patient care. The team supports professional development and a positive work environment.

About Dorset HealthCare

At Dorset HealthCare we empower people to make the most of their lives through outstanding joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic Trust with 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and integrated community and mental health services for almost 800,000 people. Our organisation values diversity and equality of opportunity, and we strive to be inclusive and supportive of all staff.

How to apply and closing date

For main duties and responsibilities, please read the attached job description and person specification. When applying, reflect the criteria in these documents in your supporting statement. This advert closes on Sunday 21 Sep 2025.