Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Dermatology nursing team based at Brighton General Hospital.
Dermatology Outpatients is a busy department based at Brighton General Hospital. Services offered include outpatient clinics, day surgery, minor procedures and light therapy.
The Dermatology Clinical Nurse Specialist will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team providing clinical care for patients with dermatology conditions, education, advice and support for individuals and their carers.
Main duties of the job
- To provide a high quality dermatology nursing service to patients within the Trust.
- To run nurse led clinics with the support of the Consultant, Clinical Lead Nurse and CNS's - Dermatology. To undertake assessments, initiate and plan appropriate treatment and investigations and evaluate programmes of care for a defined group of patients.
- To act as a resource on advising nursing and medical staff on dermatology patients nursing needs.To assist in the setting and monitoring of quality standards in relation to clinical practice and specialist nursing advice for dermatology patients and in relation to NICE guidance and Trust Policies and Procedures.
- To assist in promoting an environment conducive to learning for all the individuals working within the clinical team and support the orientation of new nursing staff to the team.
- To liaise with other agencies and departments in both primary and secondary care.
- To work within the Trusts' policies and procedures to assist in achieving the aims of the division's business plan. To provide clinical expertise as part of the Dermatology Team and ensure the provision of high quality evidenced based nursing care to patients with diagnosed dermatological conditions.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Act as a role model for excellent communication skills and expertise between all service providers, developing relationships across the care pathway, to ensure best care for patients.
- Completes patient documentation fully, ensuring that all entries are accurate and legible and that information systems are maintained by all members of the team.
- To ensure the maintenance of good working relationships and communications (both written and verbal) with all disciplines within the Trust and external i.e. Practice Nurses, District Nurses and GPs.
- To report all incidents/accidents involving patients and staff to the Dermatology Clinical Nurse Specialist/Nurse Manager/Lead Nurse and to assist in any enquires and be aware of and adhere to the untoward incident policy.
- To participate in regular meetings.
- Engage in highly complex conversations and dialogue with patients and carers, considering learning needs and Mental Capacity, utilising advanced communication skills
- Able to manage distressing situations with patients/carers.
- Develop negotiation and conflict resolution skills, when dealing with difficult or challenging situations.
- Management and communication of patient needs involving multiple organisations including specialist centres.
- Work in close collaboration with Band 7 CNS, staff and patients in an advisory, teaching and support capacity, maintaining professional competence
- Work closely with all members of the MDT, particularly the Consultant Dermatologists, Band 8a, CNS and HCAs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Act as a role model for excellent communication skills and expertise between all service providers, developing relationships across the care pathway, to ensure best care for patients.
- Completes patient documentation fully, ensuring that all entries are accurate and legible and that information systems are maintained by all members of the team.
- To ensure the maintenance of good working relationships and communications (both written and verbal) with all disciplines within the Trust and external i.e. Practice Nurses, District Nurses and GPs.
- To report all incidents/accidents involving patients and staff to the Dermatology Clinical Nurse Specialist/Nurse Manager/Lead Nurse and to assist in any enquires and be aware of and adhere to the untoward incident policy.
- To participate in regular meetings.
- Engage in highly complex conversations and dialogue with patients and carers, considering learning needs and Mental Capacity, utilising advanced communication skills
- Able to manage distressing situations with patients/carers.
- Develop negotiation and conflict resolution skills, when dealing with difficult or challenging situations.
- Management and communication of patient needs involving multiple organisations including specialist centres.
- Work in close collaboration with Band 7 CNS, staff and patients in an advisory, teaching and support capacity, maintaining professional competence
- Work closely with all members of the MDT, particularly the Consultant Dermatologists, Band 8a, CNS and HCAs.
Person Specification
written evidence
Essential
- UK Registered General Nurse
- Dermatology Experience
- Complex surgical wound experience
- Evidence of top specific dermatology study days
Desirable
- Outpatient experience
- Trained to provide light therapy treatment
- Surgical experience
- Patch test experience
Person Specification
written evidence
Essential
- UK Registered General Nurse
- Dermatology Experience
- Complex surgical wound experience
- Evidence of top specific dermatology study days
Desirable
- Outpatient experience
- Trained to provide light therapy treatment
- Surgical experience
- Patch test 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.
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
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).
