Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and enthusiastic senior nurse with existing dermatology experience and knowledge to join the Dermatology nursing team within the Trust. The post will be primarily based at Doncaster Royal Infirmary with the expectation to work across site at Bassetlaw and Montagu Hospitals.
Applicants are required to have appropriate dermatology nursing knowledge, skills, and the ability to work at Band 6. A full range of dermatological treatments and procedures are offered to our patients in our busy outpatient departments and as required when inpatients on our wards.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work with the Dermatology unit Manager and Dermatology specialists to facilitate the provision of high quality, patient-focused, specialist nursing care to all patients attending the Dermatology Day Treatment Unit at Doncaster Royal Infirmary as well as the Bassetlaw and Montagu sites. All patients include adults and children.
The post holder will gain experience of the Dermatology Day Treatment provision and will be competent treating patients requiring phototherapy, photochemotherapy (PUVA), iontophoresis, patch testing and topical treatments which include paste bandaging and dressings. There is also the expectation that the post holder will commence the Non Medical Prescribing course within 18 months of commencing in post.
The post holder will utilise skills to assess and identify patient needs and implement delivery of appropriate individualised care for people with Dermatological conditions and evaluate these without supervision that is compassionate and caring.
The post holder will provide clinical, social and psychological support and advice to their patients and carers, attending the department for day treatment, enabling them, through counselling, education and health promotion to reach their optimum level of independence and health.
About us
Our organisation is driven by our strategic objectives and organisational values and we look for people who are strongly aligned with them. Our Dermatology Multi -Disciplinary Team is tight knit and work well together.
We have an excellent work ethic and are highly motivated to provide the highest quality and standard of care for our Patients and their families.
This vacancy would suit a nurse who has Dermatology or Out Patient experience who is looking for a Team that can provide a high level of mentoring and support on an on-going basis and also actively encourages further development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarize yourself with full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.
To be responsible for assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating care for patients who require treatment of Dermatology conditions in Secondary and primary care settings. To promote a high standard of Dermatology clinical care both in primary and secondary cares by empowerment through coaching teaching and facilitating. In the absence of the Outpatient Sister, to co-ordinate and manage Dermatology clinic activity through resource management and staff development. To lead and participate in nurse led audit ensuring a high standard of research bases nursing care is achieved.
The post-holder will assist in the development of the intermediate clinic for the whole health community, this to include nurse led community Dermatology clinics.
Accept direct referrals from other health care professionals, carry out full assessment of patients and reach valid, reliable conclusions, which manage risk.
Manage a patient caseload and make appropriate referrals to others.
Provide audit and statistical information regarding the services provided.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
Registered NurseTeaching Qualification or equivalent experience.Experience of Supervision of junior staff
Desirable
Relevant specialist course in dermatologyExperience
Essential
Minimum of 1 year post registration experience
Desirable
Additional post registration experience in dermatology
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
Excellent communication skillsTeaching.Ability to manage difficult situationsProficient in phototherapy, photochemotherapy, iontophoresis, patch testing, topical dermatological treatments and wound care.Competency in medication administration including SC/ and IM and IV medications
Desirable
Experienced in nurse-led clinicsProficient in phototherapy, photochemotherapy, iontophoresis, patch testing, topical dermatological treatments and wound care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarize yourself with full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.
To be responsible for assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating care for patients who require treatment of Dermatology conditions in Secondary and primary care settings. To promote a high standard of Dermatology clinical care both in primary and secondary cares by empowerment through coaching teaching and facilitating. In the absence of the Outpatient Sister, to co-ordinate and manage Dermatology clinic activity through resource management and staff development. To lead and participate in nurse led audit ensuring a high standard of research bases nursing care is achieved.
The post-holder will assist in the development of the intermediate clinic for the whole health community, this to include nurse led community Dermatology clinics.
Accept direct referrals from other health care professionals, carry out full assessment of patients and reach valid, reliable conclusions, which manage risk.
Manage a patient caseload and make appropriate referrals to others.
Provide audit and statistical information regarding the services provided.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
Registered NurseTeaching Qualification or equivalent experience.Experience of Supervision of junior staff
Desirable
Relevant specialist course in dermatologyExperience
Essential
Minimum of 1 year post registration experience
Desirable
Additional post registration experience in dermatology
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
Excellent communication skillsTeaching.Ability to manage difficult situationsProficient in phototherapy, photochemotherapy, iontophoresis, patch testing, topical dermatological treatments and wound care.Competency in medication administration including SC/ and IM and IV medications
Desirable
Experienced in nurse-led clinicsProficient in phototherapy, photochemotherapy, iontophoresis, patch testing, topical dermatological treatments and wound care.
Person Specification
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate good verbal communication skills with multidisciplinary team/clients/relatives
- Demonstrate the ability to deliver educational and clinical skills training
- Evidence of ability to work independently
Desirable
- Demonstrate knowledge of dealing with conflict supporting staff through mechanisms such as clinical supervision.
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- RN with current registration
- Up-to-date knowledge of professional issues
- Willing to successfully undertake Non-Medical Prescribing (or evidence of working towards)
- Willing to undertake minor skin surgery course
- Demonstrate professional post-registration development
- Willing to undertake phototherapy course
- Willing to undertake wound management course
Desirable
- Post Registration specialist courses
- Participation in management development courses.
- Teaching certificate (or evidence of working towards)
- Degree qualification
- Willing to complete self-directed learning
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience at Band 5
- Scope roles relevant to dermatology specialism
- Evidence of ward/department management as nurse in charge
- Development of knowledge and skills in dermatology nursing
Desirable
- Experience of carrying out and monitoring PDA process
- Evidence of management responsibilities already undertaken
Person Specification
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate good verbal communication skills with multidisciplinary team/clients/relatives
- Demonstrate the ability to deliver educational and clinical skills training
- Evidence of ability to work independently
Desirable
- Demonstrate knowledge of dealing with conflict supporting staff through mechanisms such as clinical supervision.
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- RN with current registration
- Up-to-date knowledge of professional issues
- Willing to successfully undertake Non-Medical Prescribing (or evidence of working towards)
- Willing to undertake minor skin surgery course
- Demonstrate professional post-registration development
- Willing to undertake phototherapy course
- Willing to undertake wound management course
Desirable
- Post Registration specialist courses
- Participation in management development courses.
- Teaching certificate (or evidence of working towards)
- Degree qualification
- Willing to complete self-directed learning
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience at Band 5
- Scope roles relevant to dermatology specialism
- Evidence of ward/department management as nurse in charge
- Development of knowledge and skills in dermatology nursing
Desirable
- Experience of carrying out and monitoring PDA process
- Evidence of management responsibilities already undertaken
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).
