Job summary
We are seeking a motivated individual
to work within our dynamic and forward-thinking Dermatology service. This new
role will work with our Dermatology consultants and Surgical nurse practitioner
to assist with the next phase of our development of the Trust artificial
Intelligence (AI) system for 2WW cancer referrals. This will involve being able
to refer patients directly onto a surgical pathway. This role will work with
the team on ensuring that patients have all the necessary information and
support they need to allow them to go directly to surgery.
Prior experience of working within a
surgical setting would be beneficial as well as working within a team and
either implementing change or being part of a change process.
Further education related to Dermatology
will be provided by the team and the opportunity to attend external educational
courses as available.
For further information or an informal visit, please contact Vicki Ayliffe Lead
Dermatology Nurse on 01284 713575/712644 or email vicki.ayliffe@wsh.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
This dermatology department is
consistently looking at new ways of working for both our cancer and general
dermatology patients. There will be the opportunity for the post holder to
develop skills in all aspects of dermatology and to go on to developing their
own area of interest within the team whether this be with cancer patients or
general dermatology patients.
About us
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at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community
We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to
more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for,
treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community
settings.
The
West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care
services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery
unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+
beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.
Adult
and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk
Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing
temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.
We
do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our
values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we
work and behave as a team.
With
nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation
a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be
the best you can be.
We
promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you
can #BeKnown for whoever you are.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see Job Description for full details.
JOB SUMMARY:
- To be a skilled practitioner in dermatology and act as a resource for patients and other health care professionals.
- To manage the direct access to surgery element of the Skin Analytics pathway
- To join the Dermatology CNS team in provision of biologic treatments and dermatology/skin cancer clinics (F2F and telephone)
- To collate and submit research & audit data as relevant.
- Undertakes independent and supplementary prescribing for own caseload as needed for the role, within the limits of competence and the requirements of the nurse practitioner role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see Job Description for full details.
JOB SUMMARY:
- To be a skilled practitioner in dermatology and act as a resource for patients and other health care professionals.
- To manage the direct access to surgery element of the Skin Analytics pathway
- To join the Dermatology CNS team in provision of biologic treatments and dermatology/skin cancer clinics (F2F and telephone)
- To collate and submit research & audit data as relevant.
- Undertakes independent and supplementary prescribing for own caseload as needed for the role, within the limits of competence and the requirements of the nurse practitioner role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level Registered Nurse
- Educated to a degree level or working towards
- ENB 988 or equivalent
Desirable
- Clinical examination qualification
Experience
Essential
- At least 3 years post registration experience
- Knowledge of change management process
- Ability to develop nursing excellence and clinical practice
- Initiation & evaluation of research-based practice
Desirable
- Managerial responsibility
- Standard setting & protocol development
- Clinical audit
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Understanding the issues affecting Dermatology nursing and/or biologic treatment
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to record & deal with accurate facts, figures and information.
- Evidence of professional development & its relevant application
- Excellent written & verbal communication & presentation skills.
- Ability to problem solve
- Ability to plan, organise, prioritise & coordinate work under pressure & using own initiative.
- Leadership skills
- Ability to establish effective working partnerships with members of the multi-professional team
- Ability to communicate effectively with key stakeholders within & outside the trust
- Computer literate
- Ability to use complex medical/clinical equipment
Desirable
- Experience in skin cancer and/or direct access pathways
- Experience of developing, training & education in a clinical practice
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to remain calm & work effectively in stressful situations
- Ability to act independently
- Willingness to learn new skills
- Good time management
- Demonstrate commitment to quality service provision
- Professional attitude to work
- Expert role model
- Ability to travel within locality to meet needs of the service
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level Registered Nurse
- Educated to a degree level or working towards
- ENB 988 or equivalent
Desirable
- Clinical examination qualification
Experience
Essential
- At least 3 years post registration experience
- Knowledge of change management process
- Ability to develop nursing excellence and clinical practice
- Initiation & evaluation of research-based practice
Desirable
- Managerial responsibility
- Standard setting & protocol development
- Clinical audit
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Understanding the issues affecting Dermatology nursing and/or biologic treatment
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to record & deal with accurate facts, figures and information.
- Evidence of professional development & its relevant application
- Excellent written & verbal communication & presentation skills.
- Ability to problem solve
- Ability to plan, organise, prioritise & coordinate work under pressure & using own initiative.
- Leadership skills
- Ability to establish effective working partnerships with members of the multi-professional team
- Ability to communicate effectively with key stakeholders within & outside the trust
- Computer literate
- Ability to use complex medical/clinical equipment
Desirable
- Experience in skin cancer and/or direct access pathways
- Experience of developing, training & education in a clinical practice
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to remain calm & work effectively in stressful situations
- Ability to act independently
- Willingness to learn new skills
- Good time management
- Demonstrate commitment to quality service provision
- Professional attitude to work
- Expert role model
- Ability to travel within locality to meet needs of the service
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).
Employer details
Employer name
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Address
West Suffolk Hospitals Nhs Trust
Hardwick Lane
Bury St. Edmunds
Suffolk
IP33 2QZ
Employer's website
https://www.wsh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
