About this role
Job summary
To support the Dorset County Hospital Treating Tobacco Dependency Service following the NHS Long Term Plan (LTP) which includes priority commitments to support people remaining healthier for longer through the funding of new evidence-based NHS prevention at scale programmes that focus on reducing smoking.
Main duties of the job
Using specialist skills and knowledge: to deliver public health messages to inpatients (incl. mental health patients), their families and the wider community with particular reference to the harmful effects of smoking. To work geographically across the Integrated Care System (ICS) predominantly supporting inpatients at, Dorset County Hospital.
To work within a MDT providing support and treatment to patients who smoke.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.
Job description Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Must have at least 2 years post nursing registration experience at band 5 Must be a registered Nurse/Midwife in the UK on part 2 of the NMC register or equivalent Allied Health Professional
Desirable
National Centre for Smoking Cessation Training (NCSCT) including specialty Modules Educated to degree level or equivalent
Knowledge Essential
Full UK driving licence and prepared to work across hospital sites in Dorset. Evidence of managing and leadership within a clinical area. Ability to manage and deliver to deadlines and within resources Ability to collaborate constructively with internal and external partners to create the conditions for successful partnership working.
Desirable
Evidence of project managing. Evidence of continuing professional development
Skills Essential
Must participate in the teaching of treating tobacco dependency. Organisational abilities and excellent time management skills. Ability to manage own and team workload, prioritise work, delegate where appropriate and work well in a challenging environment. Sound knowledge of the use of IT resources relevant to the role. Decision making skills, both clinical and non-clinical. Ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing and electronic formats. Communicate with patients and families in an empathetic manner. To be flexible and multi skilled to ensure the priorities of the service can be met. Negotiation skills with practical expectation of what can be achieved. Able to work using own initiative and as part of leading a team. Excellent interpersonal skills, including proven listening and communication skills.
Desirable
Ability to apply frequent concentrated efforts to complete tasks/projects. Willingness to take on challenges and comfortable with constructive challenge. Agile working. Assertive, self-confident and proactive.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Dorset County Hospital
Williams Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 2JY
Employer's website https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)