Job summary
We are seeking an individual to work within our dynamic and forward-thinking Dermatology service. This role will work within our Dermatology nursing team, supporting patients with psoriasis, acne and other non cancer dermatological conditions
There will be the opportunity for the post holder to develop skills in the care of patient in aspects of general dermatology undertaken within the Trust.
Prior experience of working within a dermatology 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.
For further information or an informal visit, please contact Sarah Kirk Dermatology Nurse on 01284 713575/712644 or email sarah.kirk@wsh.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for working as part of Dermatology team to deliver expert holistic evidence based clinical care to patients and the provision of education for patient's carers and staff. The post holder is expected to work in partnership with Dermatology colleagues to improve and develop the services and quality of nursing care. The post holder will act as an expert resource to health care professionals.
About us
#BeKnown 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.
Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see JD and person specification for details.
The closing date for this vacancy may change if we receive a strong response. Please ensure that you apply for any post you are interested in as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see JD and person specification for details.
The closing date for this vacancy may change if we receive a strong response. Please ensure that you apply for any post you are interested in as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- oNMC Registration
- oPost registration course in dermatology
- oENB 998 or equivalent
- oEvidence of continuous professional development
- o1st degree
Desirable
- oMaster's degree
- oNurse prescribing qualification
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- oExperienced in the assessment of patients with Dermatology conditions
- oEvidence of professional development and its relevant application
- oKnowledge of change management process
- oAbility to develop nursing excellence and clinical practice, standard setting and protocol development
- oClinical audit
- oInitiation and evaluation of evidence based practice
- oProject management
Desirable
- oFormal teaching experience
- oInvolvement in research
Skills and abilities
Essential
- oExcellent communication skills
- oIT literate
- oAble to manage/influence others
- oAble to manage change
- oPresentation skills
- oResearch aware
- oAbility to plan, organise, prioritise and co-ordinate work under pressure and using own initiative
- oAbility to establish effective working partnerships with members of the multidisciplinary team both within and outside of the Trust
- o Experience in running Dermatology clinics
Personal qualities
Essential
- oExpert role model
- oCommitment to delivering high quality service
- oAble to work independently
- oFlexible approach to working hours and duties
- oTime management skills.
- oSupportive
- oTeam Player
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- oNMC Registration
- oPost registration course in dermatology
- oENB 998 or equivalent
- oEvidence of continuous professional development
- o1st degree
Desirable
- oMaster's degree
- oNurse prescribing qualification
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- oExperienced in the assessment of patients with Dermatology conditions
- oEvidence of professional development and its relevant application
- oKnowledge of change management process
- oAbility to develop nursing excellence and clinical practice, standard setting and protocol development
- oClinical audit
- oInitiation and evaluation of evidence based practice
- oProject management
Desirable
- oFormal teaching experience
- oInvolvement in research
Skills and abilities
Essential
- oExcellent communication skills
- oIT literate
- oAble to manage/influence others
- oAble to manage change
- oPresentation skills
- oResearch aware
- oAbility to plan, organise, prioritise and co-ordinate work under pressure and using own initiative
- oAbility to establish effective working partnerships with members of the multidisciplinary team both within and outside of the Trust
- o Experience in running Dermatology clinics
Personal qualities
Essential
- oExpert role model
- oCommitment to delivering high quality service
- oAble to work independently
- oFlexible approach to working hours and duties
- oTime management skills.
- oSupportive
- oTeam Player
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).
