Staff Nurse (RMN)

Haven is a

5-bed female PICU

providing intensive, trauma-informed care to women experiencing the most acute phase of serious mental illness.

This is a highly rewarding role for nurses who want to deliver skilled, least restrictive care in a calm, low-stimulus environment where clinical judgement, therapeutic relationships, and teamwork are central to daily practice.

We are about to move into a brand-new, purpose-built inpatient facility, offering an exciting opportunity to work in a modern, therapeutic environment and help shape the future of our service.

We welcome applications from experienced mental health nurses looking for their next challenge, as well as newly qualified nurses seeking a well-supported first role within the NHS.

We are strongly committed to least restrictive, trauma-informed practice.

Our approach prioritises therapeutic engagement, relational security, and skilled de-escalation, supported by consistent team working and clear communication.

Care is individualised, risk is thoughtfully assessed, and restrictive interventions are used only when absolutely necessary.

Reflective practice is embedded within the team, allowing us to learn from challenges and continually improve the care we provide.

Haven PICU offers an excellent opportunity to deepen your clinical expertise and broaden your professional impact.

We work closely with medical staff, psychology, and AHPs in a truly integrated MDT.

As a nurse on Haven you have an opportunity to take on informal leadership and mentorship roles within the shift team, as well as contribute to service development, quality improvement, and ward culture.

Many nurses find PICU to be a career-defining step, strengthening confidence, resilience, and readiness for future Band 6 or specialist roles.

Newly qualified nurses are fully supported through a comprehensive preceptorship programme, alongside a structured ward-based induction.

You will receive close support from Clinical Team Leaders and the wider MDT as you develop confidence and competence in your role.

As a specialist service, Haven offers access to enhanced training opportunities, including RAID and CBT.

At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services.

We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019.

It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference.

Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity.

We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know.

And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Alice Griffiths Job title: Ward Manager Email address: [email protected] Telephone number: 01202 492008

It is best to contact me via email.

Please do let me know if you would like to arrange for an informal visit or telephone conversation to discuss this role within our team.