Job summary
Working in our busy and friendly Dermatology service, this exciting role will involve assessing basic and specialist care needs of patients and implementing without direct supervision. The role will be outpatient focused and will also include the opportunity to take part in an exciting pilot of teledermatology within the department, as well as supporting the day to day Dermatology nursing tasks. The ideal candidates should at all times act in such a manner as to justify public trust and confidence to safeguard the interest of individual patients.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs and thedevelopment implementation and evaluation of programmes of care.Ensure that agreed standards of nursing practice within the ward/department area are maintained.Ensure that all Trust, Divisional, and Ward/Department Health & Safety Policies are adhered to.Maintain personal contact with patients, other health care disciplines, relatives and visitors.Mentorship support of new staff.Mentorship/support of student nurses.To undertake appropriate enhanced roles, following the necessary training, e.g. IV, drug administration, ECG recording.Ensure safe custody and administration of drugs, in accordance with Trust Policy.To keep abreast of current trends and developments within nursing, beingconstantly aware of the need for self-development.To participate in Personal Development Planning.Undertake specific projects requested by Ward/Department Manager.Support/promote effective usage of all ward/department resources. Flexibility of hours of work as to fit the needs of the service.
About us
We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs and thedevelopment implementation and evaluation of programmes of care.Ensure that agreed standards of nursing practice within the ward/department area are maintained.Ensure that all Trust, Divisional, and Ward/Department Health & Safety Policies are adhered to.Maintain personal contact with patients, other health care disciplines, relatives and visitors.Mentorship support of new staff.Mentorship/support of student nurses.To undertake appropriate enhanced roles, following the necessary training, e.g. IV, drug administration, ECG recording.Ensure safe custody and administration of drugs, in accordance with Trust Policy.To keep abreast of current trends and developments within nursing, beingconstantly aware of the need for self-development.To participate in Personal Development Planning.Undertake specific projects requested by Ward/Department Manager.Support/promote effective usage of all ward/department resources. Flexibility of hours of work as to fit the needs of the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs and thedevelopment implementation and evaluation of programmes of care.Ensure that agreed standards of nursing practice within the ward/department area are maintained.Ensure that all Trust, Divisional, and Ward/Department Health & Safety Policies are adhered to.Maintain personal contact with patients, other health care disciplines, relatives and visitors.Mentorship support of new staff.Mentorship/support of student nurses.To undertake appropriate enhanced roles, following the necessary training, e.g. IV, drug administration, ECG recording.Ensure safe custody and administration of drugs, in accordance with Trust Policy.To keep abreast of current trends and developments within nursing, beingconstantly aware of the need for self-development.To participate in Personal Development Planning.Undertake specific projects requested by Ward/Department Manager.Support/promote effective usage of all ward/department resources. Flexibility of hours of work as to fit the needs of the service.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC
- Diploma/degree in nursing studies or working towards
Desirable
- Undertaken mentorship training
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant experience in past 12 - 18 months of looking after patients in a healthcare environment.
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience within last 12 months
- Previous experience within an Acute setting
- Broad clinical knowledge base
Skills, abilities and competencies
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Confident and calm attitude with the ability to work under pressure
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- IT skills
- Motivated and enthusiastic, shows initiative
- Accurate document presentation and attention to detail
Behavioural qualities
Essential
- Courteous and Respectful
- Kind and Helpful
- Responsive Communication
- Effective and Professional
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC
- Diploma/degree in nursing studies or working towards
Desirable
- Undertaken mentorship training
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant experience in past 12 - 18 months of looking after patients in a healthcare environment.
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience within last 12 months
- Previous experience within an Acute setting
- Broad clinical knowledge base
Skills, abilities and competencies
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Confident and calm attitude with the ability to work under pressure
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- IT skills
- Motivated and enthusiastic, shows initiative
- Accurate document presentation and attention to detail
Behavioural qualities
Essential
- Courteous and Respectful
- Kind and Helpful
- Responsive Communication
- Effective and Professional
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
