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Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) Student (Health Visiting and School Nursing) In Dorset we have a proven record of...
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Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) Student (Health Visiting and School Nursing)
In Dorset we have a proven record of successfully training Health Visitors. Dorset is a beautiful county offering experience of working in rural as well as urban areas. Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust (DHC) has close ties with Bournemouth University and has gained an excellent reputation in the training of 0-19yrs Specialist Community Public Health Nurses -all of whom have acquired jobs in the NHS following completion of their course.
We have the opportunity to offer Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) Health Visiting training. The successful candidates will be appointed to a one-year, fixed term training post at Band 5, (negotiation of salary may be considered based on relevant experience relating to the person specification. We welcome applications from band 6 nurses and encourage a conversation). Candidates who have applied to the most recent advert and were not successful,need not apply. The course will commence on 2ndOctober 2023.
The CYP Public Health service is delighted to offer this exciting opportunity in partnership with Bournemouth University. The programme comprises 50% practical learning in a Health Visiting team within the county of Dorset and 50% academic studies. Students will be fully supported in clinical practice by a qualified Practice Assessor and a Practice Supervisor.
The CYP Public Health service is delighted to offer this exciting opportunity in partnership with Bournemouth University. The programme comprises 50% practical learning in a Health Visiting and School Nursing team within the county of Dorset and 50% academic studies. Students will be fully supported in clinical practice by a qualified Practice Assessor and a Practice Supervisor.
Entry requirements:
You must be currently registered as a Nurse or Midwife to apply.
Postgraduate Study (PGDip)
‘The standard entry requirement of a postgraduate taught programme is a UK Bachelor Honours Degree or overseas equivalent. A combination of academic and experiential learning will be considered on its individual merits and may be acceptable’. Please contact the Programme Lead Dr Karen Rees for advice (Krees@bournemouth.ac.uk).
Interviews will be held on 5th and 10th May 2023. Applicants who are successful at the interview stage will then need to submit a formal application to the university.
For further details with regard to fixed term employment and practice experience provision by DHC, please Miriam Buckley, Workforce Development Lead on 07776 172042 or miriam.buckley1@nhs.net or Barbara Watson, Workforce Development Lead on 07795 618419 or barbara.watson4@nhs.net
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
In Dorset we have a proven record of successfully training Health Visitors. Dorset is a beautiful county offering experience of working in rural as well as urban areas. Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust (DHC) has close ties with Bournemouth University and has gained an excellent reputation in the training of 0-19yrs Specialist Community Public Health Nurses -all of whom have acquired jobs in the NHS following completion of their course.
We have the opportunity to offer Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) Health Visiting training. The successful candidates will be appointed to a one-year, fixed term training post at Band 5, (negotiation of salary may be considered based on relevant experience relating to the person specification. We welcome applications from band 6 nurses and encourage a conversation). Candidates who have applied to the most recent advert and were not successful,need not apply. The course will commence on 2ndOctober 2023.
The CYP Public Health service is delighted to offer this exciting opportunity in partnership with Bournemouth University. The programme comprises 50% practical learning in a Health Visiting team within the county of Dorset and 50% academic studies. Students will be fully supported in clinical practice by a qualified Practice Assessor and a Practice Supervisor.
The CYP Public Health service is delighted to offer this exciting opportunity in partnership with Bournemouth University. The programme comprises 50% practical learning in a Health Visiting and School Nursing team within the county of Dorset and 50% academic studies. Students will be fully supported in clinical practice by a qualified Practice Assessor and a Practice Supervisor.
Entry requirements:
You must be currently registered as a Nurse or Midwife to apply.
Postgraduate Study (PGDip)
‘The standard entry requirement of a postgraduate taught programme is a UK Bachelor Honours Degree or overseas equivalent. A combination of academic and experiential learning will be considered on its individual merits and may be acceptable’. Please contact the Programme Lead Dr Karen Rees for advice (Krees@bournemouth.ac.uk).
Interviews will be held on 5th and 10th May 2023. Applicants who are successful at the interview stage will then need to submit a formal application to the university.
For further details with regard to fixed term employment and practice experience provision by DHC, please Miriam Buckley, Workforce Development Lead on 07776 172042 or miriam.buckley1@nhs.net or Barbara Watson, Workforce Development Lead on 07795 618419 or barbara.watson4@nhs.net
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
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