Dementia and Delirium Specialist Nurse Role in Bournemouth with Sponsorship: Apply Now

Location
Bournemouth, Dorset

Type
Full time, Fixed term contract (9 months)

Salary (£)
£38,682 to £46,580 per year

About University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
At University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust, they’re passionate about providing outstanding dementia and delirium care. Their values sit at the heart of everything they do, guiding the way they treat patients, families, and each other. With ongoing investment and transformation across services, they’re creating a future where patient-centred care is second to none.

Job details

Benefits

• Competitive Band 6 salary with NHS pension scheme
• Monday to Friday pattern for work-life balance
• Opportunity to deliver dementia training and shape best practice
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
• Continuous learning through hands-on practice and presentations

Requirements

• NMC Registered Nurse in Mental Health or Adult care
• Experience in dementia and delirium care within acute settings
• Skilled in managing behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Confident in IT systems including PowerPoint and EPR
• Full driving licence for cross-site working
• Knowledge of Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and DOLS
• Teaching or training experience is desirable

Salary Details

This Band 6 role offers £38,682 to £46,580 per year, paid under the Agenda for Change pay scheme.

About the Role

This maternity cover role offers a chance to make a visible impact by supporting patients with dementia or delirium while also shaping how colleagues deliver compassionate care. The specialist nurse will split time between direct patient support and education, providing Tier 2 dementia training across sites. Their work will involve collaborating with a range of professionals to develop care plans that are evidence-based and person-centred. For the right candidate, this role is deeply rewarding and filled with moments of real connection and career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist dementia and delirium care that directly improves patient outcomes
• Support staff education through workshops and bedside teaching, ensuring sustainable skills transfer
• Work closely with teams to plan and deliver personalised care pathways
• Model best practice for colleagues to raise standards of dementia care Trust-wide
• Contribute to developing and reviewing service protocols that shape future care delivery
• Facilitate therapeutic activities that make hospital stays more positive for patients

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

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. From 6 April 2017, Skilled Worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants are also subject to this requirement.

Equal Opportunity Statement

They are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse community they serve. All applicants will be considered fairly regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or background.

Employer Details

• Company Name: University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Castle Lane East, Bournemouth, BH7 7DW
• Contact: Careers team via UHD Careers Website

Reference Number
153-ME04975

How To Apply
If you’re ready to take your expertise further and help shape the future of dementia and delirium care, Apply Now and join a team that values impact and compassion.