Looking for staff nurse jobs in the UK with visa sponsorship? Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is hiring a Staff Nurse for the Critical Care Unit in Dorchester.
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Staff Nurse Jobs in the UK: Overview
| Job Title | Staff Nurse – Critical Care Unit |
| Employer | Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust |
| Location | Dorchester, UK |
| Salary | £32,073–£39,043 per year |
| Job Type | Fixed term, part-time |
| Experience | Registered Nurse |
| Visa Sponsorship | Eligible under Skilled Worker route |
| Closing Date | 18 November 2026 |
| Vacancy Reference | 405-26-NM508CCU |
About the Employer
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provides acute hospital services in Dorset. The Critical Care Unit manages intensive care and high dependency patients with a supportive team focused on evidence-based care.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide specialist nursing care for critically ill patients and their families
- Deliver high standards of evidence-based patient-centred care
- Work with the team to maintain efficient running of the unit
- Participate in orientation, equipment training and mentorship
- Develop skills across intensive care and high dependency areas
- Adhere to NMC code and Trust policies
Requirements
- Registered Nurse with current UK professional registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Understanding of confidentiality
- Desirable: recent acute nursing experience of at least 12 months post-registration
- Desirable: ability to maintain effective working relationships
Visa Sponsorship and International Applicants
This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. Applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome. Sponsorship is offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Salary and Benefits
- Band 5 Agenda for Change salary
- Fixed-term contract of 12 months
- Part-time working pattern with flexible options considered
- Orientation programme and ongoing education support
- Visa sponsorship eligible
- Critical care experience
- Supportive team
- Fixed-term contract
- Part-time role
- Must meet UKVI criteria
How to Apply
Apply through the NHS Jobs portal. Submit an application demonstrating how your experience matches the person specification. Supporting statement must be in your own words.
Application Tips
- Highlight any critical care or acute experience
- Ensure NMC registration is current
- Address the person specification points directly
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