Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Band 7 Clinical Lead to join the Outpatients team at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust.
As the Outpatient Sister/Charge Nurse, you will work closely with the Outpatients leadership team across the Trust to ensure outpatient areas consistently deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centred care in line with the Trust’s vision, values, and behaviours. You will demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, supporting and inspiring teams compassionately while driving continuous service improvement and positive change.
Although this role is primarily based at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital, the successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly across UHD sites to support an integrated Trust-wide outpatient service. This includes occasional weekend working and participation in ad-hoc or rostered site nurse shifts.
Outpatient services are often one of the first points of contact for patients, carers, and visitors attending hospital. Teams provide support for a wide range of needs, from health advice and guidance to supporting individuals receiving life-changing news affecting their physical and mental wellbeing.
Providing compassionate, effective, and responsive outpatient care is essential to ensuring patients and their families receive the highest possible standard of experience and support.
Interview date: 24th June 2026
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This advert is for Outpatients Clinical Lead with University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust in Poole, South West, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is £49,387 - £56,515 Per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 14 Jun 2026.
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