Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Dermatology Nurse to apply for a senior position in the Dermatology Service at Imperial College Healthcare Trust. The post-holder will manage the Dermatology Day Treatment Unit where patients are treated with Ultraviolet Phototherapy for a number of skin conditions.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will line manage the junior staff, including sickness management, appraisals and performance management, and also be responsible for the day to day running of the unit, this will entail liaising with other departments to ensure that adequate levels of supplies are provided and that all equipment is maintained.
A good understanding of a wide range of dermatology conditions and treatments is essential, as is the ability to teach and guide junior staff.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will be enthusiastic and self- motivating and able to manage their own workload to ensure it fits the needs of the service. There will be opportunities for further study and career development as agreed in your annual appraisal.
Interested applicants can contact Tim Rich, Lead Nurse for Specialist Medicine on 020 331 30787 or tim.rich@nhs.net for further information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will be enthusiastic and self- motivating and able to manage their own workload to ensure it fits the needs of the service. There will be opportunities for further study and career development as agreed in your annual appraisal.
Interested applicants can contact Tim Rich, Lead Nurse for Specialist Medicine on 020 331 30787 or tim.rich@nhs.net for further information.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Teaching & Assessing qualification or equivalent teaching experience
Desirable
- Masters or working towards one
- Nurse Prescribing Course
Experience
Essential
- 18 months minimum experience as a Band 6 Dermatology Nurse
- Experience of administering photo therapy treatments
- Managing junior staff
- Managing Nurse led clinics
Skills/knowledge/abilities
Essential
- Self-directed, able to generate new idea's to develop and improve services.
- Advanced communication and interpersonal skills
- Has the ability to inspire and lead
Desirable
- Skin biopsy experience
- Advanced Excel skills
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Teaching & Assessing qualification or equivalent teaching experience
Desirable
- Masters or working towards one
- Nurse Prescribing Course
Experience
Essential
- 18 months minimum experience as a Band 6 Dermatology Nurse
- Experience of administering photo therapy treatments
- Managing junior staff
- Managing Nurse led clinics
Skills/knowledge/abilities
Essential
- Self-directed, able to generate new idea's to develop and improve services.
- Advanced communication and interpersonal skills
- Has the ability to inspire and lead
Desirable
- Skin biopsy experience
- Advanced Excel skills
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).
