Staff Nurse UK Visa Sponsorship

Job Description

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is currently seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join the Dorset Lung Cancer Screening Service (also known as the NHS Lung Cancer Screening Programme in the region).

This exciting opportunity supports the rollout of a targeted lung health screening initiative across Dorset. The programme reaches out to individuals aged 55–74 who currently smoke or have a significant history of smoking, offering them a lung health check to help detect lung cancer at the earliest possible stage.

As part of the NHS Long Term Plan (published in 2019), the NHS has committed to ensuring that 75% of cancers are diagnosed early (stages 1 or 2) by 2028 — a goal that this service directly helps achieve by identifying issues sooner and improving outcomes for patients.

In this key role, you’ll provide essential administrative and coordination support to help establish and run a comprehensive, pan-Dorset lung cancer screening pathway. Working within a close-knit multidisciplinary team, you’ll play a vital part in delivering high-quality, patient-focused care.

Please note: Previous applicants for this position do not need to reapply.

Key responsibilities include:

• Reviewing and assessing participants’ eligibility using the national risk assessment criteria.
• Explaining the screening process clearly and accessibly to patients, ensuring they fully understand what to expect.
• Managing participant lists and maintaining precise, up-to-date records in Excel spreadsheets and the Trust’s electronic systems.
• Handling patient enquiries professionally  from appointment scheduling and rescheduling to addressing any concerns about procedures.
• Providing clear guidance on preparation for tests or scans, and emphasising the benefits of attending the earliest available appointment.
• Collaborating closely with the Lung Cancer Screening nurses and clinical team to escalate any clinical questions appropriately.
• Coordinating with radiologists, consultants, lead nurses, and coordinators to keep patients on the right follow-up pathways.
• Updating patient tracker lists and personal data accurately.
  Arranging CT scans in line with protocol.
• Referring suitable participants to the Lung Cancer Nurse Specialist team.
• Recording outcomes, documenting key findings, and escalating issues promptly when needed.

At Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (DCHFT), we are deeply committed to delivering outstanding patient care while fostering a supportive, inclusive workplace. Our mission is to partner with others to deliver compassionate, high-quality services and to create an environment where everyone can thrive.

We actively promote diversity and equality, and we particularly encourage applications from individuals in underrepresented groups.

We recognise that some candidates may use AI tools to help draft applications. That’s fine, but we ask that everything you submit is honest, authentic, and truly reflects your own skills, experience, and motivation for the role. Genuine applications make a real difference to our recruitment process.

Visa Sponsorship: This position is eligible for sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route. We warmly welcome applications from candidates who may need visa support to work in the UK, provided they meet the relevant UK Visas and Immigration criteria.

For full details, including the complete Job Description and Person Specification, please refer to the attachments on the original vacancy listing. When applying, be sure to demonstrate clearly how your background and abilities align with the requirements outlined in the Person Specification.

If you’re having trouble accessing or downloading attachments, feel free to email us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk.

We are looking for colleagues who share our core Trust Values — Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, and Excellence — and who are truly passionate about making a positive impact on patient care.

To learn more about Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, our values, and what it’s like to work here, visit our official website: https://dchft.nhs.uk/.

We also invite you to explore more about the lung cancer screening programme directly on our site: https://dchft.nhs.uk/services/lung-cancer-screening.