University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

BAND 5 RGN DERMATOLOGY

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Job summary

We are looking for a highly motivated member of staff to join our team.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 5 registered nurse to join the Dermatology Department, Rowan House.

You should be willing to be part of a forward thinking team and keen to undertake training and professional development on a regular basis as the provision of dermatology services changes. An interest in supporting dermatological surgical procedures would be advantageous.

The Unit provides a large range of services including: dermatology minor operations (including MOH's surgery), nurse led consultations and care for systemic skin conditions, research into new drugs and skin treatments, UVA and UVB skin therapy, photodynamic therapy, specialist acne and eczema clinics, 2 week wait skin cancer and dressings clinics.

For more information and to arrange an informal visit please contact Caroline Williams or Louise Kinsella on 01752 430321 or email: carolinewilliams7@nhs.net or louise.kinsella@nhs.net

We look forward to meeting you.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Relocation package may be available.

Main duties of the job

Responsible for co-ordinating and delivering effective quality nursing care in the speciality following a patient centred model of practice and ensuring area of work runs smoothly and efficiently.

To provide clinical expertise and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Supervision and direction of junior nursing staff, healthcare assistants and learners.

About us

Univerisity Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is a dynamic and challenging environment, which provides acute healthcare for people in Plymouth, South West Devon and South East Cornwall, and has more than 10,000 staff working in its services.

The Trust became a teaching hospital with the opening of the Peninsula Medical School. We are the largest teaching hospital in the South West and have an active commitment to developing and supporting our staff.

The Trust is one of the largest acute healthcare providers in the country. . We offer a full range of general hospital services to around 450,000 people in Plymouth, North and East Cornwall and South and West Devon. These include emergency and major trauma services, maternity services, paediatrics and a full range of diagnostic, medical and surgical sub-specialties.

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.

Details

Date posted

03 March 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

Depending on experience £27,055-£32,934

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

216-YM-S5045964

Job locations

DERMATOLOGY, ROWAN HOUSE, UHP

PLYMOUTH

PL6 8BQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITYCLINICAL

Providing and delivering a high standard of nursing care by initiating and co-coordinating the assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating of individual patients needs based on evidence. This includes all aspects of care from admission to discharge. Reporting and documenting all relevant nursing/patient needs, communicating changes with other health care professionals in the multi-disciplinary team with ongoing responsibility for patient care as they occur. Promoting and delivering health education within the clinical area and advise patient, family, and others in health promotion issues. Engage; interact with carers/family encouraging them to be actively involved in patients care and planning as outlined in the department philosophy. Demonstrating and undertaking evidence-based practice playing an active part in the introduction of this evidence to improve patient centred care Supervising, assessing, mentoring and supporting junior Registered Nurses and Health Care Professionals including bank and agency staff in the clinical setting. Increasing the level of knowledge and skills within the Department/Directorate through sharing best practice and supporting others to develop their professional abilities. Implementing and sharing good infection control practice. Undertaking manual handling assessments and ensuring identified actions are met.

Assist with the monitoring of patients topical treatments, reporting any variance in the course of the treatment to medical staff and senior members of the nursing team.

Utilise clinical procedures such as ultraviolet therapy, patch tests, photodynamic therapy commensurate to their level of competence to facilitate the appropriate treatment of this client group.

Assist in the care of patients undergoing minor surgical interventions, recognising problems and initiating action when required.

Assist surgical practitioners by working within the sterile field as a surgical assistant

MANAGERIAL

Reporting and managing untoward incidents such as complaints, clinical emergencies, and injury or drug administration errors as detailed in Trust-wide and local protocols and procedures. Contributing towards department or clinical projects to set and maintain standards of practice in conjunction with other team members, participating in audits and quality monitoring. Ensuring that resources are used efficiently and in accordance with agreed procedures Demonstrating an awareness of and compliance with health and safety regulations/procedures that apply to staff, patients and visitors within the Trust premises including reporting any deficiencies in equipment, furnishings or matters of hygiene. Supporting the Senior Nurse in identifying developmental needs of the staff, using appraisal, and implementing appropriate staff developmental programmes.

PROFESSIONAL

Maintaining, sharing and continually developing an in depth specialist knowledge of nursing practice relevant to the individual clinical area. Assisting other clinical areas within the Trust if the clinical situation or staffing levels demand. Initiating appropriate training activities and encourage/support staff development and training. Supporting team members in delivering their objectives through offering advice, guidance and support as appropriate. Maintaining personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, in line with professional registration requirements. Maintain an up to date record of personal and professional development Ensure up to date knowledge and competence in use of clinical equipment regularly used and maintain a personal record of training.

COMMUNICATION

Maintain good relationships between all members of staff, thus developing professionalism through the department.

Ensure good communication both verbally and via formal documentation with all members of the nursing and multidisciplinary team.

Work in partnership with the patient and family and other health care professionals in care planning.

Accept responsibility; be aware and able to locate all policies relating to good working practice within the clinical area and able to adhere to both by self and colleagues, and to challenge staff about their location.

Ensure carers/family and visitors are aware of policies, standards/guidelines relevant to the patients care or clinical area.

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Patients and their support network Department Sisters/Charge Nurses and nursing staff Modern Matron Educational staff Clinical Nurse Specialists, Nurse Consultants, Nurse Practitioners. Paediatric Liaison services Directorate Manager Consultants in area of responsibility. Housekeeping and domestic staff Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists Portering staff Bank/Agency Nurses and Healthcare Assistants

Job description

Job responsibilities

PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITYCLINICAL

Providing and delivering a high standard of nursing care by initiating and co-coordinating the assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating of individual patients needs based on evidence. This includes all aspects of care from admission to discharge. Reporting and documenting all relevant nursing/patient needs, communicating changes with other health care professionals in the multi-disciplinary team with ongoing responsibility for patient care as they occur. Promoting and delivering health education within the clinical area and advise patient, family, and others in health promotion issues. Engage; interact with carers/family encouraging them to be actively involved in patients care and planning as outlined in the department philosophy. Demonstrating and undertaking evidence-based practice playing an active part in the introduction of this evidence to improve patient centred care Supervising, assessing, mentoring and supporting junior Registered Nurses and Health Care Professionals including bank and agency staff in the clinical setting. Increasing the level of knowledge and skills within the Department/Directorate through sharing best practice and supporting others to develop their professional abilities. Implementing and sharing good infection control practice. Undertaking manual handling assessments and ensuring identified actions are met.

Assist with the monitoring of patients topical treatments, reporting any variance in the course of the treatment to medical staff and senior members of the nursing team.

Utilise clinical procedures such as ultraviolet therapy, patch tests, photodynamic therapy commensurate to their level of competence to facilitate the appropriate treatment of this client group.

Assist in the care of patients undergoing minor surgical interventions, recognising problems and initiating action when required.

Assist surgical practitioners by working within the sterile field as a surgical assistant

MANAGERIAL

Reporting and managing untoward incidents such as complaints, clinical emergencies, and injury or drug administration errors as detailed in Trust-wide and local protocols and procedures. Contributing towards department or clinical projects to set and maintain standards of practice in conjunction with other team members, participating in audits and quality monitoring. Ensuring that resources are used efficiently and in accordance with agreed procedures Demonstrating an awareness of and compliance with health and safety regulations/procedures that apply to staff, patients and visitors within the Trust premises including reporting any deficiencies in equipment, furnishings or matters of hygiene. Supporting the Senior Nurse in identifying developmental needs of the staff, using appraisal, and implementing appropriate staff developmental programmes.

PROFESSIONAL

Maintaining, sharing and continually developing an in depth specialist knowledge of nursing practice relevant to the individual clinical area. Assisting other clinical areas within the Trust if the clinical situation or staffing levels demand. Initiating appropriate training activities and encourage/support staff development and training. Supporting team members in delivering their objectives through offering advice, guidance and support as appropriate. Maintaining personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, in line with professional registration requirements. Maintain an up to date record of personal and professional development Ensure up to date knowledge and competence in use of clinical equipment regularly used and maintain a personal record of training.

COMMUNICATION

Maintain good relationships between all members of staff, thus developing professionalism through the department.

Ensure good communication both verbally and via formal documentation with all members of the nursing and multidisciplinary team.

Work in partnership with the patient and family and other health care professionals in care planning.

Accept responsibility; be aware and able to locate all policies relating to good working practice within the clinical area and able to adhere to both by self and colleagues, and to challenge staff about their location.

Ensure carers/family and visitors are aware of policies, standards/guidelines relevant to the patients care or clinical area.

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Patients and their support network Department Sisters/Charge Nurses and nursing staff Modern Matron Educational staff Clinical Nurse Specialists, Nurse Consultants, Nurse Practitioners. Paediatric Liaison services Directorate Manager Consultants in area of responsibility. Housekeeping and domestic staff Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists Portering staff Bank/Agency Nurses and Healthcare Assistants

Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE

Essential

  • Evidence of recent Continuing Professional development.
  • Proven knowledge of patient administration system.

Desirable

  • Teaching and mentoring skills
  • NMP
  • Demonstrable management/leadership skills or course
  • Ability to facilitate change within the work area
  • Demonstrable experience of carrying out audit

Experience

Essential

  • Minimum of two years post registration or demonstrable dermatology experience
  • Demonstrable dermatology Experience
Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE

Essential

  • Evidence of recent Continuing Professional development.
  • Proven knowledge of patient administration system.

Desirable

  • Teaching and mentoring skills
  • NMP
  • Demonstrable management/leadership skills or course
  • Ability to facilitate change within the work area
  • Demonstrable experience of carrying out audit

Experience

Essential

  • Minimum of two years post registration or demonstrable dermatology experience
  • Demonstrable dermatology Experience

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

DERMATOLOGY, ROWAN HOUSE, UHP

PLYMOUTH

PL6 8BQ


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

DERMATOLOGY, ROWAN HOUSE, UHP

PLYMOUTH

PL6 8BQ


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Department Manager

Caroline Williams

carolinewilliams7@nhs.net

01752430321

Details

Date posted

03 March 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

Depending on experience £27,055-£32,934

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

216-YM-S5045964

Job locations

DERMATOLOGY, ROWAN HOUSE, UHP

PLYMOUTH

PL6 8BQ


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