Job summary
We are very excited to advertise a band 5 position within the Dermatology Department at UCLH.
The Dermatology department provides specialised treatment for adults.
We provide a wide range of treatments and care for patients with dermatological disease and skin cancer.
We cover a wide range of surgical treatments, such as MOH's, Plastic surgery , & complex surgery, which is supported by our Skin Cancer CNS from diagnosis, results & ongoing care.
Main duties of the job
There are also specialist treatments delivered to patients via nurse led services, such as nurse led monitoring, nurse led Photodynamic therapy, Phototherapy, pre assessment clinics, & Dressings. We are in the process of developing further nurse led services.
Working within our friendly and supportive team will enable the successful candidate to develop a range of advanced skills and knowledge by rotating between surgical and medical dermatology.
The phototherapy course and theatre experience are desirable but not essential as we will support specific training and supervision until competent.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information regarding the main responsibilities of the role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information regarding the main responsibilities of the role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Adult)
- Attained a Bachelor Degree.
Desirable
- Teaching qualification or equivalent.
- Recognised Phototherapy Course.
- Experience in complex dressings.
Experience
Essential
- Able to prioritise own workload and that of others.
- Demonstrate awareness of the importance of working as part of a team.
Desirable
- 12 months experience at Band 5.
- Take charge and delegate duties.
Skills and Abilities Communication
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to engage with others and work as part of a team.
Personal and People Development.
Essential
- Demonstrate awareness of the role of a facilitator.
- Able to educate patients and carers
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Flexible approach to shift patterns
Quality and service improvement.
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding and application of research based practice.
Information processing.
Essential
- Willing to work on established nursing information systems
- Computer Literacy.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Adult)
- Attained a Bachelor Degree.
Desirable
- Teaching qualification or equivalent.
- Recognised Phototherapy Course.
- Experience in complex dressings.
Experience
Essential
- Able to prioritise own workload and that of others.
- Demonstrate awareness of the importance of working as part of a team.
Desirable
- 12 months experience at Band 5.
- Take charge and delegate duties.
Skills and Abilities Communication
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to engage with others and work as part of a team.
Personal and People Development.
Essential
- Demonstrate awareness of the role of a facilitator.
- Able to educate patients and carers
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Flexible approach to shift patterns
Quality and service improvement.
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding and application of research based practice.
Information processing.
Essential
- Willing to work on established nursing information systems
- Computer Literacy.
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).
