Job summary
There is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated senior nurse to join the Dermatology Team as an Advanced Nurse Specialist on a two-year fixed term contract.
The postholder will have significant experience of working as a Band 7 Dermatology/ Skin Cancer CNS and be educated to master's level.
Main duties of the job
The purpose of the post is to manage and provide expert specialist clinical practice for patients with Dermatology skin conditions and Skin Cancer both in the outpatient and inpatient settings. The CNS should be leading in the use of evidence based clinical practice in line with current research, guidelines, and other available evidence. The postholder will have experience of working as a Band 7 Dermatology/ Skin Cancer CNS for a minimum of three years and be educated to master's level.
You will be supported to work autonomously, providing care and support for patients with Skin conditions/ Skin Cancer throughout all stages of the pathway and utilising other members of the MDT when required to increase knowledge and skills to ensure delivery of reliable high-quality care.
About us
Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.
We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!
Job description
Job responsibilities
For Full Duties and Responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For Full Duties and Responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Sufficient post registration senior nursing experience to prepare for this post will include extensive experience and advanced knowledge within oncology/ Dermatology
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Master's level education or equivalent professional qualification or experience
- NMC registration
Desirable
- Evidence of a commitment to continuous professional development
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Sufficient post registration senior nursing experience to prepare for this post will include extensive experience and advanced knowledge within oncology/ Dermatology
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Master's level education or equivalent professional qualification or experience
- NMC registration
Desirable
- Evidence of a commitment to continuous professional development
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
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address
The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital
Mytton Oak Road, Copthorne
Shrewsbury
SY3 8XQ
Employer's website
http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
