Job summary
This role will coordinate, lead and develop the nursing
service within the Community Division of Dermatology; as well as delivering
care as an autonomous clinical expert within the field of Dermatology.
This role
comes at an exciting time ahead of the 10-year plan aiming to move care closer
to home in community settings.
Main duties of the job
This role will involve working with Service Level Managers
and Matrons to deliver a high quality and accessible Dermatology Service in
Community Settings.
Clinical this role will involve the delivery of nurse lead
care, conducting dermatology clinics. The role will require extensive knowledge
of dermatological conditions to act as an autonomous clinical expert.
The role acts as a key part of clinical
leadership within the service alongside GP colleagues.
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.
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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 been employed for a minimum of two years
of as a HCA within the NHS 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
The post holder will:
- Own
individual responsibilities and set/lead team objectives
- Lead or
contribute to creating improvement, transformation and innovation of services
- Contribute
to creating a work environment that is marked by pride, enthusiasm and
collaboration
- Manage
and/or contribute to financial performance and target delivery
- Lead by
action and inspire others acting as role model, demonstrating the leadership
behaviours and values identified by the Dermatology service to establish and
maintain effective communication systems across primary care services and the
wider organisation.
- Actively
give and receive feedback in a constructive manner
- Be
adaptable, work with integrity and be trustworthy
- Actively
contribute to improving the health and wellbeing of the population that is
served.
As an employee of the Dermatology service, you will be
responsible for ensuring that the vision is incorporated into:
- The
induction programme for all new appointees
- Staff
development and appraisal scheme
- Templates
for policies and procedures, content of meeting papers
- Terms of
reference for all meetings
- Job
adverts and recruitment/application packs
- Job
descriptions and person specifications
The post holder has lead responsibilities in delivering the
following key result areas:
- Lead on
all aspects of the day to day organisation of the Community Dermatology and
Minor Skin Surgery Service and nurse led clinics.
- Provide
nursing support for Community Dermatology Clinics
- Conduct
nurse led clinics, working as an autonomous practitioner
- Advise on
and promote healthy lifestyles and prevention of illness
- Order
clinical equipment and medication
-
Monitor
the appropriate use of clinic suppliers, equipment and instruments within the
Community Dermatology Services, bring any concerns to the attention of the
Matron and ensure cost effective and efficient use of resources
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will:
- Own
individual responsibilities and set/lead team objectives
- Lead or
contribute to creating improvement, transformation and innovation of services
- Contribute
to creating a work environment that is marked by pride, enthusiasm and
collaboration
- Manage
and/or contribute to financial performance and target delivery
- Lead by
action and inspire others acting as role model, demonstrating the leadership
behaviours and values identified by the Dermatology service to establish and
maintain effective communication systems across primary care services and the
wider organisation.
- Actively
give and receive feedback in a constructive manner
- Be
adaptable, work with integrity and be trustworthy
- Actively
contribute to improving the health and wellbeing of the population that is
served.
As an employee of the Dermatology service, you will be
responsible for ensuring that the vision is incorporated into:
- The
induction programme for all new appointees
- Staff
development and appraisal scheme
- Templates
for policies and procedures, content of meeting papers
- Terms of
reference for all meetings
- Job
adverts and recruitment/application packs
- Job
descriptions and person specifications
The post holder has lead responsibilities in delivering the
following key result areas:
- Lead on
all aspects of the day to day organisation of the Community Dermatology and
Minor Skin Surgery Service and nurse led clinics.
- Provide
nursing support for Community Dermatology Clinics
- Conduct
nurse led clinics, working as an autonomous practitioner
- Advise on
and promote healthy lifestyles and prevention of illness
- Order
clinical equipment and medication
-
Monitor
the appropriate use of clinic suppliers, equipment and instruments within the
Community Dermatology Services, bring any concerns to the attention of the
Matron and ensure cost effective and efficient use of resources
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Commitment to working collaboratively with others
- Experience of working in Dermatology and Community setting.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Required to develop specialist skills in a broad range of dermatological conditions.
- Excellent organisational skills
- Be responsible for undertaking audits and surveys with a view to informing service
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse
- Experience in Dermatology
- Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification or willing to work towards
Desirable
- Dermatology qualifcation
- Leadership Skills
- Evidence of recent learning and continous professional development
Special Requirements
Essential
- Positive approach to change
- Flexible to service needs
- Own means of transport
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Commitment to working collaboratively with others
- Experience of working in Dermatology and Community setting.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Required to develop specialist skills in a broad range of dermatological conditions.
- Excellent organisational skills
- Be responsible for undertaking audits and surveys with a view to informing service
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse
- Experience in Dermatology
- Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification or willing to work towards
Desirable
- Dermatology qualifcation
- Leadership Skills
- Evidence of recent learning and continous professional development
Special Requirements
Essential
- Positive approach to change
- Flexible to service needs
- Own means of transport
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
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)
