Staff Nurse Visa Sponsorship UK
Job Description
We are excited to grow our team as we expand our Stroke Services to cover patients across Dorset and Somerset. This includes the exciting launch of a brand-new Hyper-Acute Stroke Unit (HASU).
We are looking for dedicated Band 5 Registered Nurses who are eager to make a meaningful impact during some of the most critical times in a person’s life.
Join our dynamic, forward-thinking team providing top-tier, time-sensitive stroke care throughout the entire patient journey from hyper-acute emergency response, through acute care, to early rehabilitation.
In this role, you’ll deliver safe, compassionate, and evidence-based nursing care to individuals with complex neurological conditions. You’ll collaborate closely with Stroke Consultants, Specialist Nurses, Therapists, and the full multidisciplinary team (MDT) to guide patients and their families through challenging and emotional experiences.
We are seeking nurses who:
- Have a genuine passion for stroke care
- Thrive in busy, fast-moving clinical settings
- Are enthusiastic about building expertise in areas like
- NIHSS assessment, thrombolysis and thrombectomy
- pathways, dysphagia screening, and detailed neurological examinations
- Are driven to contribute to a developing service that’s innovating and enhancing patient outcomes across two counties
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing excellent nursing care for patients presenting with acute and hyper-acute stroke
- Performing regular neurological observations, NIHSS scoring, and timely escalation when needed
- Monitoring patients following thrombolysis and supporting safe early mobilisation
- Partnering with the MDT to create and implement tailored rehabilitation plans
- Communicating with empathy and sensitivity to patients and loved ones in difficult circumstances
- Helping shape and improve the service as we establish our new HASU
What we Provide in Return:
- Comprehensive stroke-specific induction programme
- Full training and competency assessment in NIHSS
- Opportunities to rotate into the Hyper-Acute Stroke Unit
- Access to specialist stroke education, continuing professional development (CPD), and ongoing learning
- Encouraging leadership and a collaborative MDT environment
- Defined career progression routes toward Band 6 Stroke Specialist positions
At Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (DCHFT), we’re committed to delivering outstanding patient care while fostering a positive, supportive workplace. Our mission is to partner with others to deliver high-quality, compassionate services and create an environment where everyone can thrive. Our vision focuses on healthier lives, empowered people, and vibrant communities.
We champion diversity and inclusion, and we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups to help build a truly representative workforce.
We recognise that some candidates may use AI tools to help draft application materials. While that’s acceptable, we ask that all applications remain honest and authentic—reflecting your real experiences, skills, and motivations. Integrity and genuineness are important to us throughout recruitment.
Visa Sponsorship Information
This position is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route (including the Health and Care Worker visa subcategory), as outlined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We warmly welcome applications from overseas nurses who may need sponsorship to work in the UK, provided you meet the UKVI requirements.
For official details on the Health and Care Worker visa (suitable for qualified nurses in eligible NHS roles), visit:
https://www.gov.uk/health-care-worker-visa
For general information on the Skilled Worker visa, including job eligibility and application guidance:
https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Our full Job Description and Person Specification (attached to the original vacancy) provide complete details on the role expectations and essential criteria. When applying, please clearly demonstrate in your supporting statement how your background and abilities align with the person specification.
If you’re unable to access or download the attachments, feel free to email us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk for assistance.
Across all our positions, we seek individuals who share our Trust Values—Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, and Excellence—and who are truly committed to exceptional patient care. Discover more about Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and our values by searching online for Dorset County Hospital.
We’d love to hear from you if you’re ready to join us on this rewarding journey!
