Independent Nurse Prescriber

Job summary

Please note - this role is fully remote

An innovative and exciting opportunity has arisen in our Kent and Sussex Community based Dermatology Service. We are looking for an experienced Independent Nurse Prescribers to join our Nurse led remote prescribing service. Currently the team comprises of 9 Nurse Prescribers and 4 coordinators .

The successful candidates will be registered INP who are currently practicing and holding clinics independently. Dermatology experience essential. Clinics to be undertaken will be , Isotretinoin monitoring, Systemic and Biologic medication reviews.

The post holders will be an experienced clinical nurses and registered Independent Nurse Prescribers. They will demonstrate safe clinical decision making and expert care. As an INP they will work closely with the remote clinic and medical team to meet the needs of the service users, ensuring there is a focus on reflection, best practice, nursing competencies and professional development in line with the nursing strategy and always adhering to the 4 pillars of Nursing Practice, Education, Leadership, research and clinical practice.

Main duties of the job

To provide high quality nursing care as directed by the lead nurse, consultants and doctors

Effective communication skills with patients, colleagues, managers.

Have appropriate clinical and professional insight to acknowledge own clinical boundaries and limitations.

To work within the NMC code of practice

Ensure updated knowledge and Continued Professional development is maintained

Good knowledge of physical and psychological needs of patients. Good knowledge of skin A&P, the disease area, knowledge of topical and systemic side effects, knowledge of psychological effects.

Record keeping as directed by Organisation and NMC directive.

To maintain membership of the BDNG

Maintain a professional portfolio and reflective practice participating in life- long learning for self and others.

Assist with clinically approved research, teaching and clinical courses. Use a variety of learning materials from a wide range of sources

Obtain patient feedback and action plan to improve the service

Work autonomously and responsibly for the safe and appropriate use of clinic equipment and resources

To provide adequate information/health promotion to enable patients to make informed decision about their condition, treatment and self- management.

Ensure confidentiality and adherence to Data Protection is maintained

To attend staff meetings face to face minimum of twice yearly and post graduate meetings remotely

About us

Sussex Community Dermatology Service (SCDS) is a busy community dermatology service stretching across Coastal West Sussex, Surrey, Horsham, Mid Sussex, North and West Kent. We are an independent healthcare provider of NHS dermatology services. The clinical team consists of consultants and GPwSIs as well as registered trained nurses and health care assistants. The team is committed to individual learning, professional development and strives for excellence in patient care. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will enhance this reputation and promote high standards of clinical care to all patients.