Job summary
Band 5 Nurse - Dermatological Surgery and Laser Unit
Our Dermatological Surgery and Laser Unit is seeking an experienced and motivated Band 5 Nurse to join our specialist team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge surgical techniques, such as Mohs micrographic surgery, in the treatment of non-melanoma skin cancer on both the face and body.
As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will:
- Assist in Mohs micrographic surgery, performing procedures in an outpatient setting
- Support the management of a wide range of dermatological conditions through minor surgery and biopsies
- Work closely with our dedicated team of doctors and nurses to deliver high-quality patient care
- Rotate through various areas of dermatology and skin cancer services, gaining invaluable experience and expertise
We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 5 Nurse with a genuine interest in dermatology and skin cancer treatments. The ideal candidate will possess:
- Strong commitment to delivering high-quality patient care
- organisational, and interpersonal skills
- A proactive approach to continuous professional development
- The ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environment and support change as we expand our service
If you are passionate about dermatology and skin cancer care and are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you.
Advert Closing Date: 10th November 2025
Interview Date: 20th Novemeber 2025
Main duties of the job
- Specialist Patient Care: Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients with skin cancer, from diagnosis through to treatment and discharge, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout their journey.
- Clinical Practice: Provide evidence-based nursing assessments, care planning, interventions, and evaluations in designated clinical areas, prioritising patient needs and adhering to high standards of care.
- Surgical Assistance: Assist in outpatient surgical procedures, including Mohs micrographic surgery, under the guidance of the multidisciplinary team, ensuring a safe and efficient surgical environment.
- Complex Wound Management: Take responsibility for the care and management of complex wounds, demonstrating expertise in post-operative care and skin cancer prevention strategies.
- Laser Treatment Support: Support the use of lasers in treating conditions such as vascular lesions and scarring, ensuring patients receive safe and effective treatments.
- Team Collaboration: Work alongside our experienced dermatology team, contributing to patient care plans, attending multidisciplinary meetings, and ensuring continuity of care.
- Prioritisation and Flexibility: The ability to manage and prioritize your workload effectively, adapting to the dynamic pace of this specialist service while remaining flexible to the needs of the team and patients.
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.
We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.
We have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement and - as part of King's Health Partners - we are one of England's eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world-class clinical services, teaching and research. We have one of the National Institute for Health Research's biomedical research centres, established with King's College London in 2007, as well as dedicated clinical research facilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
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Patient Administration and Discharge: Take responsibility for the admission, care, and discharge of patients undergoing dermatological surgeries (including biopsies and Mohs micrographic surgery), ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and care.
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Surgical Assistance: Assist in performing dermatological surgeries, including biopsies and Mohs micrographic surgery, providing support to the surgical team to ensure safe and efficient procedures.
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Laser Therapy Assistance: Assist in the delivery of laser therapy treatments for conditions such as vascular lesions and scarring, ensuring the safety and comfort of patients throughout the treatment process.
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Audit and Quality Improvement: Contribute to audits and quality improvement projects, actively seeking opportunities to enhance service delivery and patient care within the unit.
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Patient Safety and Wellbeing: Recognise and avoid situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of patients. Ensure that care is delivered in a manner that prioritizes patient safety, comfort, and dignity.
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Nursing Assessments and Care Planning: Recognise significant observations and use these to initiate nursing assessments, develop personalized care plans, and implement effective nursing interventions.
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Professional Accountability: Be fully accountable for your nursing practice in line with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct. Take responsibility for sustaining and improving your knowledge, skills, and professional competence.
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Health and Safety Awareness: Ensure adherence to the Health and Safety at Work Act, with a thorough understanding of its implications. Follow departmental policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for patients and staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
-
Patient Administration and Discharge: Take responsibility for the admission, care, and discharge of patients undergoing dermatological surgeries (including biopsies and Mohs micrographic surgery), ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and care.
-
Surgical Assistance: Assist in performing dermatological surgeries, including biopsies and Mohs micrographic surgery, providing support to the surgical team to ensure safe and efficient procedures.
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Laser Therapy Assistance: Assist in the delivery of laser therapy treatments for conditions such as vascular lesions and scarring, ensuring the safety and comfort of patients throughout the treatment process.
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Audit and Quality Improvement: Contribute to audits and quality improvement projects, actively seeking opportunities to enhance service delivery and patient care within the unit.
-
Patient Safety and Wellbeing: Recognise and avoid situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of patients. Ensure that care is delivered in a manner that prioritizes patient safety, comfort, and dignity.
-
Nursing Assessments and Care Planning: Recognise significant observations and use these to initiate nursing assessments, develop personalized care plans, and implement effective nursing interventions.
-
Professional Accountability: Be fully accountable for your nursing practice in line with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct. Take responsibility for sustaining and improving your knowledge, skills, and professional competence.
-
Health and Safety Awareness: Ensure adherence to the Health and Safety at Work Act, with a thorough understanding of its implications. Follow departmental policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for patients and staff.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- RN1/ RN2/ RN12 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Dermatology Care Course
- Wound Management Course
Skills
Essential
- Able to maintain clear and legible documentation
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to administer prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and blood products
Desirable
- Experience with skin cancer patients
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in the relevant area
- Experiencing of coordinating a shift
- Completion of preceptorship
- Experience of administering intravenous drug therapy
- Supervision of junior staff
Desirable
- Experience in Dermatology
- Experience with Day Surgery settings
- Experience in acute clinical setting
Value and Behaviour
Essential
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- RN1/ RN2/ RN12 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Dermatology Care Course
- Wound Management Course
Skills
Essential
- Able to maintain clear and legible documentation
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to administer prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and blood products
Desirable
- Experience with skin cancer patients
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in the relevant area
- Experiencing of coordinating a shift
- Completion of preceptorship
- Experience of administering intravenous drug therapy
- Supervision of junior staff
Desirable
- Experience in Dermatology
- Experience with Day Surgery settings
- Experience in acute clinical setting
Value and Behaviour
Essential
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).
