Job summary
Working
as part of the Trust wide Dermatology multidisciplinary team at County Durham
and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, the post holder will be involved in
ensuring that patients, relatives and staff have access to expert support and
advice when presenting with psoriasis, eczema, acne and other skin conditions.
With support from the
multi-disciplinary team work towards becoming an autonomous clinical expert in
assessing, planning and implementing and evaluating topical, systemic and
Biologic treatments ensuring that any patient information and treatment provided
is current and evidence based.
The post holder will act as
the patients advocate supporting and advising the patient and other members of
the Dermatology team.
The post holder will
contribute to nursing policy and clinical service development within the
Dermatology service undertaking audit when required.
To provide day to day
supervision of and leadership of junior members of staff within the service.
To
work within agreed protocols for managing the care of dermatology patients
requiring skin biopsies.
Main duties of the job
Working
within agreed parameters, local and national guidelines, the postholder will:
Provide Nurse led clinics for adult and paediatric
patients with a diagnosed Dermatology condition.
The post holder should be prepared to work and expand
skills within the scope of practice appropriate to the client group, such as
nurse prescribing.
Provide a Nurse led service, in the acute and community
services settings and referring in to other appropriate services as required.
Participate in integrated skin outpatient clinics,
providing specialist nursing skills to offer support and information to
patients and patient education and appropriate treatment.
Act as an educational and supportive resource to
patients and staff regarding the care, treatment and management of patients
with a diagnosis of Dermatology conditions.
Work in partnership with the multi professional team to
enhance standards and best practice of care across the service and attend MDTs.
The post requires liaison with professional colleagues in other disciplines and
with other statutory and voluntary organisations.
Undertake Holistic Needs
Assessments to ensure patients are fully engaged in their care
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.
Over reliance on
AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish the applicant's chances of
success.
For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have a minimum of two years
of experience working within the NHS as a HCA for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Leadership/Management
To act as a clinical and professional role model for the
nursing and wider multi professional team
To actively lead on and support the development of audit
within the nursing team
To deputise for the Lead Nurse and carry out delegated
responsibilities as agreed
Clinical
Co-ordinate patients care, investigations and
treatments to ensure patients receive appropriate planned care through the
network pathways based on patient need whilst achieving cancer targets.
To act as a source of specialist nursing advice and
support to patients and their families following a diagnosis of skin cancer.
Responsible for the assessment of patients presenting
with symptoms suggestive of disease progression as an independent practitioner
and the development of specialist programs of care, providing advice and
information in accordance guidelines and protocols.
Provide knowledge and advice on physiological and
psychological symptoms to minimise patient anxiety. Provide extensive support
and advice utilising advanced communication skills, particularly at times of
exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances.
To act as a patient advocate when appropriate, ensuring
respect for patient confidentiality, privacy and cultural/ethnic background. To
ensure that these standards are met and maintained within the nursing team.
To contribute to the health education of patients
ensuring they receive appropriate advice and support to maintain health.
To facilitate high quality, cost effective care through
the use of audit, benchmarking and other quality initiatives as determined by
the Trust. To initiate changes identified by audit.
To supervise junior colleagues when required.
When trained and in accordance with national, Trust and
locally agreed policies and protocols provide nurse led skin surgery clinics.
When trained and in accordance with national, Trust and
locally agreed policies and protocols provide nurse led clinics for patients
having systemic treatments for skin disease.
To actively participate in the clinical governance and
clinical risk agenda within the directorate.
To attend wider departmental meetings.
To provide cover for
colleagues during periods of sick leave and planned leave.
To maintain accurate,
contemporaneous records of all interventions, care and advice given, updating
clinical records in line with the Trusts policies and procedures.
To plan and prioritise own
workload and manage time effectively, when working alone or in collaboration
with others. Where appropriate, delegate work effectively setting clear
parameters of responsibility.
Identify and utilise a
network of support services and contact to enable a high standard of care to be
given to patients.
Education, Training and
Communication
To establish and maintain
effective communication systems across Dermatology, Plastic Surgery and P To participate in Quality Surveillance
Indicators, clinical meetings and educational events.
To develop appropriate
training and educational initiatives across acute and primary care staff as
necessary.
Through clinical
supervision and performance review and develop your learning outcomes and
career pathway
To ensure that ones own
professional development is kept up to date, in accordance with role and
re-validation requirements.
Disseminate research and
audit findings through presentation to professional groups and publication.
Advise on protocol and
policy development within the department, identify areas for improvement and
initiate change.
To
attend Professional Nurse Forums, to provide the opportunity to reflect on
clinical issues with other senior/specialist nurses.rimary Care Clinicians.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Leadership/Management
To act as a clinical and professional role model for the
nursing and wider multi professional team
To actively lead on and support the development of audit
within the nursing team
To deputise for the Lead Nurse and carry out delegated
responsibilities as agreed
Clinical
Co-ordinate patients care, investigations and
treatments to ensure patients receive appropriate planned care through the
network pathways based on patient need whilst achieving cancer targets.
To act as a source of specialist nursing advice and
support to patients and their families following a diagnosis of skin cancer.
Responsible for the assessment of patients presenting
with symptoms suggestive of disease progression as an independent practitioner
and the development of specialist programs of care, providing advice and
information in accordance guidelines and protocols.
Provide knowledge and advice on physiological and
psychological symptoms to minimise patient anxiety. Provide extensive support
and advice utilising advanced communication skills, particularly at times of
exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances.
To act as a patient advocate when appropriate, ensuring
respect for patient confidentiality, privacy and cultural/ethnic background. To
ensure that these standards are met and maintained within the nursing team.
To contribute to the health education of patients
ensuring they receive appropriate advice and support to maintain health.
To facilitate high quality, cost effective care through
the use of audit, benchmarking and other quality initiatives as determined by
the Trust. To initiate changes identified by audit.
To supervise junior colleagues when required.
When trained and in accordance with national, Trust and
locally agreed policies and protocols provide nurse led skin surgery clinics.
When trained and in accordance with national, Trust and
locally agreed policies and protocols provide nurse led clinics for patients
having systemic treatments for skin disease.
To actively participate in the clinical governance and
clinical risk agenda within the directorate.
To attend wider departmental meetings.
To provide cover for
colleagues during periods of sick leave and planned leave.
To maintain accurate,
contemporaneous records of all interventions, care and advice given, updating
clinical records in line with the Trusts policies and procedures.
To plan and prioritise own
workload and manage time effectively, when working alone or in collaboration
with others. Where appropriate, delegate work effectively setting clear
parameters of responsibility.
Identify and utilise a
network of support services and contact to enable a high standard of care to be
given to patients.
Education, Training and
Communication
To establish and maintain
effective communication systems across Dermatology, Plastic Surgery and P To participate in Quality Surveillance
Indicators, clinical meetings and educational events.
To develop appropriate
training and educational initiatives across acute and primary care staff as
necessary.
Through clinical
supervision and performance review and develop your learning outcomes and
career pathway
To ensure that ones own
professional development is kept up to date, in accordance with role and
re-validation requirements.
Disseminate research and
audit findings through presentation to professional groups and publication.
Advise on protocol and
policy development within the department, identify areas for improvement and
initiate change.
To
attend Professional Nurse Forums, to provide the opportunity to reflect on
clinical issues with other senior/specialist nurses.rimary Care Clinicians.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse
- Dermatology Nursing Qualification or prepared to work towards
- Non Medical Prescribing Qualification or prepared to work towards
- Educated to Degree level, with relevant degree qualification
- Relevant Teaching Qualification, for example ENB, The City & Guilds Further Education Adult Teaching Certificate 7407 of Certificate in Education
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to undertake and interpret audits with a view to informing service development
- Required to develop specialist skills in a broad range of Dermatological conditions.
- IT skills, with experience of using Microsoft packages and a range of clinical systems e.g. system one
- Excellent communication and interpersonal Skills
- Able to demonstrate leadership skills
- Understanding of the requirements of the post
- Excellent organisational skills
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working in dermatological care area
- Evidence of learning and continuous professional development
- Specialist skills in a broad range of dermatological conditions
- Experience of supporting surgical procedures
- Experience of organising clinics
Desirable
- Experience of working in General Practice or Community based clinics
Special Requirements
Essential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse
- Dermatology Nursing Qualification or prepared to work towards
- Non Medical Prescribing Qualification or prepared to work towards
- Educated to Degree level, with relevant degree qualification
- Relevant Teaching Qualification, for example ENB, The City & Guilds Further Education Adult Teaching Certificate 7407 of Certificate in Education
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to undertake and interpret audits with a view to informing service development
- Required to develop specialist skills in a broad range of Dermatological conditions.
- IT skills, with experience of using Microsoft packages and a range of clinical systems e.g. system one
- Excellent communication and interpersonal Skills
- Able to demonstrate leadership skills
- Understanding of the requirements of the post
- Excellent organisational skills
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working in dermatological care area
- Evidence of learning and continuous professional development
- Specialist skills in a broad range of dermatological conditions
- Experience of supporting surgical procedures
- Experience of organising clinics
Desirable
- Experience of working in General Practice or Community based clinics
Special Requirements
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).
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
