Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Dermatology team at the RFH as Paediatric Dermatology CNS. We are looking for a nurse who has experience of working with Children with dermatological presentations ideally having worked as a clinical nurse specialist although induction, training and support will be provided according to their level of experience.
The successful candidate will join a well-established, experienced, and friendly Dermatology Team. They are expected to work autonomously, they will be well supported and supervised within their role and have the opportunity to develop management and service improvement skills.
Main duties of the job
To conduct holistic assessment including physical examination, observation and ordering, conducting and interpreting relevant tests and investigations to devise care plans that promote the activities of daily living for children and young people within the service.
To deliver nurse led clinics, assessing and promoting the health of individuals.
To work in collaboration with the multi professional team, contributing expert, evidence based knowledge and skills to relevant aspects of the patients care and treatment.
To plan and conduct appropriate follow up, closure or transition of care for the patient
To develop and provide patient education and information which is
appropriate and responsive to individual needs and level of
development.
Key working relationships
Specialist Consultant Teams
Outpatient managers and staff
Divisional/Directorate Nurses, Midwives, Matrons, Ward team
Members of the multidisciplinary team e.g. Allied health professionals, medical staff, health advisors
External organizations and healthcare groups
Relevant internal healthcare groups
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated team of staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17 million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please visit
https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Education and porfessional qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse RNA with Children's experience of RN Child,
- Undergraduate degree
- Evidence of ongoing professional and clinical supervision development,
- Experience of delivering patient advocacy
- Recognised teaching or mentorship qualification
- Post registration qualification relevant to specialty or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Master's Degree or working towards one
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience in Dermatology and Peads Dermaology
- Undertaken Nurse Led Clinics
- Extensive experience of working autonomously at an advanced level within the specialty
- Proven evidence of improving patient experience
- Experience of Multidisciplinary team working and coordinating patient care across services
- Evidence of teaching junior members of staff
- Proven evidence of management / leadership skills and autonomous practice
Desirable
- Previous experience of research and audit
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- oExpert specialist skills for the post
- oKnowledge of current advances and pathways of care relevant to specialty
- oAbility to problem-solve, priorities and to work to deadlines
- oAble to lead, manage and motivate others in complex problem solving and assessment skills
- oAble to manage stressful situations and challenge decisions to ensure that patient needs are met
- oAbility to develop collaborative working relationships with multi professional teams
- oExcellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence
- oSkilled in use of computer/keyboard
- oAbility to motivate staff and improve individuals and team performance
- oDemonstrates evidence of knowledge and ability to undertake change management
Personal Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- oBe a positive role model with the ability to demonstrate credible and professional approach
- oEvidence of proven, on-going professional development
- oAbility to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues
- oDiplomatic and calm with a flexible and approachable
- oAbility to work under pressure
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Person Specification
Education and porfessional qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse RNA with Children's experience of RN Child,
- Undergraduate degree
- Evidence of ongoing professional and clinical supervision development,
- Experience of delivering patient advocacy
- Recognised teaching or mentorship qualification
- Post registration qualification relevant to specialty or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Master's Degree or working towards one
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience in Dermatology and Peads Dermaology
- Undertaken Nurse Led Clinics
- Extensive experience of working autonomously at an advanced level within the specialty
- Proven evidence of improving patient experience
- Experience of Multidisciplinary team working and coordinating patient care across services
- Evidence of teaching junior members of staff
- Proven evidence of management / leadership skills and autonomous practice
Desirable
- Previous experience of research and audit
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- oExpert specialist skills for the post
- oKnowledge of current advances and pathways of care relevant to specialty
- oAbility to problem-solve, priorities and to work to deadlines
- oAble to lead, manage and motivate others in complex problem solving and assessment skills
- oAble to manage stressful situations and challenge decisions to ensure that patient needs are met
- oAbility to develop collaborative working relationships with multi professional teams
- oExcellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence
- oSkilled in use of computer/keyboard
- oAbility to motivate staff and improve individuals and team performance
- oDemonstrates evidence of knowledge and ability to undertake change management
Personal Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- oBe a positive role model with the ability to demonstrate credible and professional approach
- oEvidence of proven, on-going professional development
- oAbility to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues
- oDiplomatic and calm with a flexible and approachable
- oAbility to work under pressure
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
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).
