Dermatology Specialist Nurse (Junior Sister)

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

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Job summary

The post holder has responsibility for the provision of competent professional nursing care and specialist practice in Dermatology, to meet with individual needs of the designated patient population.

The post holder will be accountable for the delivery of such care to a specific group of patients, and take charge of the ward / department on a regular basis.

The post holder will be encouraged to organise own time and that of junior staff, delegating to junior staff and learners, and participating in teaching and education programmes for staff and patients.

The post holder should be competent at carrying out consultations face to face or remotely via video or telephone technology. Additionally the post holder will be competent at independently carrying out treatment for patients with inflammatory skin conditions such phototherapy, patch testing. you will also be expected to work in a supporting role with our ANP and Pharmacist monitoring of patients on systemic treatments eg. isotretinoin for acne.

Main duties of the job

.To be knowledgeable in postop wound management

.Assessment of patients using appropriate Dermatology assessment tools

. Act as team leader/Primary Nurse managing a team of nurses in the delivery of care

. Supports the appraisal and personal development plans for junior staff.

. Supports the effective use of resources and maintain adequate stock levels.

. Assist the ward manager and deputy in recruitment and selection of nursing staff

.Participate in staff induction and orientation to the ward, undertaking the preceptorship role

. Supporting the Tele-dermatology, MOHs Surgery, phototherapy and patch testing.

. To liaise with other hospitals within the Trust staff to promote and maintain effective working relationships, ensuring high standards of care and service.

. Developing and maintaining strong dermatology networks with South West London group of Dermatology, BDNG and other partners to develop clinical competency and raise clinical standards in accordance with trust policies and national guidelines.

. Rostering and management of sickness sand absence and other HR policies along with senior nursing colleagues

. Participate and assist in setting standards of patient care based on research findings

. Act as a Link nurse for an area of practice with responsibility for sharing information relating to changes

. Participate and assist in systematic monitoring and evaluation of nursing practice

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon.Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff.If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that's making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're looking for.

Date posted

30 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£42,939 to £50,697 a year pa inc HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

199-6625360-MC

Job locations

Croydon University Hospital Dermatology Outpatients

530 London Road

Croydon

CR77YE


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document (Job Description) which contains more information about the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document (Job Description) which contains more information about the role.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications:

Essential

  • oRegistered General Nurse/ Degree in Nursing or working towards/three years dermatology experience

Desirable

  • oMasters level studies or working towards

Skills / Abilities

Essential

  • oAbility to work independently in the treatment and management of patients for Phototherapy (UVA &UVB)

Desirable

  • oActive participant in quality improvement projects e.g. Tele-dermatology clinic, Minor skin surgery and Acne clinic.

Knowledge & Understanding

Essential

  • oWorks effectively in teams including Works multi-disciplinary teams

Desirable

  • oGood working knowledge of IT systems, Word, Cerner and specialist dermatology systems

Experience

Essential

  • Three years post registration experience in dermatology

Desirable

  • oIn-depth specialist experience in assessing, developing and implementing nursing care programmes/ clinic in an Out-patient setting.
Person Specification

Education and Qualifications:

Essential

  • oRegistered General Nurse/ Degree in Nursing or working towards/three years dermatology experience

Desirable

  • oMasters level studies or working towards

Skills / Abilities

Essential

  • oAbility to work independently in the treatment and management of patients for Phototherapy (UVA &UVB)

Desirable

  • oActive participant in quality improvement projects e.g. Tele-dermatology clinic, Minor skin surgery and Acne clinic.

Knowledge & Understanding

Essential

  • oWorks effectively in teams including Works multi-disciplinary teams

Desirable

  • oGood working knowledge of IT systems, Word, Cerner and specialist dermatology systems

Experience

Essential

  • Three years post registration experience in dermatology

Desirable

  • oIn-depth specialist experience in assessing, developing and implementing nursing care programmes/ clinic in an Out-patient setting.

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.

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.

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

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Address

Croydon University Hospital Dermatology Outpatients

530 London Road

Croydon

CR77YE


Employer's website

https://www.croydonhealthservices.nhs.uk/recruitment/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Address

Croydon University Hospital Dermatology Outpatients

530 London Road

Croydon

CR77YE


Employer's website

https://www.croydonhealthservices.nhs.uk/recruitment/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Nurse Lead

Carol Fowler

carol.fowler2@nhs.net

02084014859

Date posted

30 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£42,939 to £50,697 a year pa inc HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

199-6625360-MC

Job locations

Croydon University Hospital Dermatology Outpatients

530 London Road

Croydon

CR77YE


Supporting documents

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