About this role
Job summary
A11R is a 26-bedded respiratory ward managing a wide range of patients, from those requiring acute care to palliative support, and in between. Our patient group is diverse, including young asthmatic patients, individuals experiencing COPD exacerbations, and patients living with lung cancer.
Our Acute Lung Unit bay holds two BiPAP/CPAP/Nasal High Flow beds and two step-down beds. With this, we offer comprehensive acute training and competency programmes in the three areas, alongside training on chest drains. Other training on acute skills such as ABG, CVAD and Tracheostomy care is also provided to help staff develop confidence and proficiencies managing complex patients. Ongoing support is provided by the senior ward staff, Practice Educator and the Critical Care Outreach team.
Our team is as diverse as out patients, ranging from newly qualified to experienced staff, all working within a supportive nature. We work closely with speciality teams' including DAIRS, Palliative Care and the Lung Care Nurses, leading to potential career development in respiratory.
As part of the UHD transformation programme, inpatient respiratory services will be moving to the COAST building, scheduled to open in early 2027. This development will include two new respiratory wards, one of which being a High Care Unit, creating exciting new learning and development opportunities for staff.
This role requires NMC Registration
Based at : Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Interview Date: 29th June 2026
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for the co-ordination of flow, patient safety and staff on the ward.
You will be able to demonstrate a high level of knowledge and skills including being proficient in extended clinical roles expected in the care of the acute patient. As the Deputy Clinical Leader it is expected that you can make justified decisions in the absence of the Clinical Leader, and partake in holding the medical bleep, including bed meetings and safe staffing.
You will need to be able to work well under pressure and build strong and effective communication links with the Clinical Site Team, Acute Medical Unit, Emergency Department, Management and the Multi-Disciplinary Teams, including the management and escalation of the 'Stranded Patient'.
You will organise and be responsible for staff appraisals, training, support and development for staff on the ward.
Additionally, you will be responsible for addressing and resolving complaints, sickness management and adverse incidents.
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term.
Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.
Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.
Job description Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
NMC Registered Nursing 2 years post qualifying experience Recognised teaching qualification Experience at Band 5 Level in acute medicine
Desirable
1st level degree or working towards Post registration courses related to Respiratory
Technical Skills Competencies Essential
Clinically Competent in Acute Care IT literacy using a range of current and relevant packages
Desirable
Venepuncture and Cannulation Chest Drains ILS
Experience Essential
Demonstrable experience within acute medicine
Desirable
Demonstrable Experience in BIPAP, CPAP and Nasal High Flow
Knowledge Essential
Demonstrate knowledge of clinical audit and clinical effectiveness Ability to demonstrate fundamental nursing knowledge and practical skills
Desirable
LERN/RCA training and proficiency Knowledge of sickness management and appraisal process Knowledge of budget management
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Bournemouth
BH7 7DW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)