Dermatology Specialist Nurse - Biologics & Drug Monitoring

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

We are looking to expand our nursing team for Dermatology services and an exciting opportunity has arisen for the newly created role of Dermatology Specialist Nurse for Biologics & Drug Monitoring.

The successful candidate will provide specialist dermatology advice to support the assessment, planning and implementation of patient care, and where appropriate deliver programmes of care and education to patients with inflammatory skin disease who are being treated with topical, systemic and biologic therapies.

Dermatology is a very busy specialty, providing care to around 550 adult and paediatric patients per week, working alongside experienced colleagues across multi-disciplinary teams with the goal to provide the best care for our patients.

We are very proud of the services we provide to our patients and we would be keen to hear from enthusiastic applicants who want to help us keep providing excellent care and improving the services we offer.

The service is located within the centre of the hospital site in a dedicated department where we offer a range of clinics led by both consultants and specialist nurses.

If you are interested in the role and wish to find out more about this opportunity, we would encourage you to arrange a visit where you could meet the team and discuss the role further.

Main duties of the job

For this challenging role, a specialist interest in and knowledge of dermatology is required. You willhave clinical experience working in a dermatology setting at Band 5 level.

You will be working in conjunction with an established team of nurses and the rest of the dermatology team. The emphasis will be very much on supporting the screening and monitoring of patients on topical treatments and disease modifying medication, including systemic and biological therapies, under the guidance of the nurse consultant and consultant dermatologists.

You will be responsible for screening, providing education, advice and follow up to support and empower patients to manage their own conditions effectively, thereby improving quality of life.

You will be a highly motivated, self-managing nurse, with the drive and enthusiasm to continue to develop the dermatology nursing service, coaching and supporting junior team members and students.

About us

The service is located within the centre of the hospital site in a dedicated department. The department offers seven clinic rooms, two theatres and a phototherapy unit. We offer a range of clinics led by both consultants and specialist nurses.

We have recently implemented an AI Teledermatology service and are currently developing a service to offer biologics treatments to our Bolton population in the very near future.

If you are interested in the role and wish to find out more about this opportunity, we would encourage you to arrange a visit where you could meet the team and discuss the role further.

The advert, job description and person specification for the role is included in this pack and provide further details.

Date posted

31 March 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

241-193AA-25

Job locations

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust

Minerva Road, Farnworth

Bolton

BL4 0JR

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the detailed job description and responsibilities, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the detailed job description and responsibilities, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

First degree in nursing or an equivalent portfolio of evidence
Current NMC Registration
First level registered nurse

Desirable

Non-medical prescriber

Knowledge, training and experience

Essential

Evidence of professional/clinical knowledge in dermatology supplemented by specialist clinical, managerial training and CPD
Evidence of autonomous working
Experience of mentorship

Desirable

Experience caring for patients with inflammatory skin disease (eczema, psoriasis, acne, hidradenitis suppurativa

Skills and abilities

Essential

Substantial post registration plus notable experience within specialty
Evidence of proactive involvement in the mentorship and development of nurses and nursing practice
Effective communicator able to communicate complex and sensitive information
Evidence of relevant involvement in meeting the Trust clinical governance objectives

Desirable

Evidence of influencing change

Other

Essential

Highly motivated
Flexible
Positive and enthusiastic
Team player
Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Demonstrate ability to meet Trust values

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

First degree in nursing or an equivalent portfolio of evidence
Current NMC Registration
First level registered nurse

Desirable

Non-medical prescriber

Knowledge, training and experience

Essential

Evidence of professional/clinical knowledge in dermatology supplemented by specialist clinical, managerial training and CPD
Evidence of autonomous working
Experience of mentorship

Desirable

Experience caring for patients with inflammatory skin disease (eczema, psoriasis, acne, hidradenitis suppurativa

Skills and abilities

Essential

Substantial post registration plus notable experience within specialty
Evidence of proactive involvement in the mentorship and development of nurses and nursing practice
Effective communicator able to communicate complex and sensitive information
Evidence of relevant involvement in meeting the Trust clinical governance objectives

Desirable

Evidence of influencing change

Other

Essential

Highly motivated
Flexible
Positive and enthusiastic
Team player
Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Demonstrate ability to meet Trust values

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.