Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, and motivated Band 5 nurse to join our friendly team in the Dermatology Department of Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust.
Job Role
The post holder will be required to deliver high quality care, acting as a role model and provide clinical nurse advice, education and treatment within the speciality resulting in an improved standard of care provided for patients with dermatology conditions and skin cancers.
Clinical Practice
All clinical areas at present operate Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm with some clinics slightly deviating from these times.
We run a very successful Day UnitMonday to Friday from 8am - 4pm where intensive topical treatment and education is given to patients enabling their independence and preventing hospital admissions.
Our dermatology department provides various services including MOHS surgery, minor surgical procedures, nurse treatment clinics, phototherapy and PDT treatment, drug monitoring clinics, patch and allergy testing, and Iontophoresis
We have two outreach nurses that ensure patients admitted as in patients within the Trust get the best possible dermatological care.Dermatology knowledge, IV therapy and cannulation skills wouldbe an advantage but not essential and training with full support and competencies can be gained in each area.
Main duties of the job
The Dermatology Team for Bucks NHS Healthcare comprise of consultants, specialist doctors, specialist dermatology surgeons, dermatology surgical nurses and specialist nurses. We also have two Macmillan nurses who are on site weekly to provide support for dermatology patients.
The department provides various specialist services including Mohs surgery, minor surgery, phototherapy, general dermatology, outreach service, day unit for admission avoidance, patch testing, paediatric allergy, leg ulcer clinic, acne clinic, and drug monitoring clinics.
The dermatology team work together to provide the best quality of care and support for patients and and support for each other.
A monthly Clinical Governance and SDU meeting is held and staff are encouraged to attend.
- To carry out assigned tasks within the department assisting in the management and flow of patients in the department.
- Assist and chaperone in surgical clinics, patient procedures and assessments to ensure safe and efficient running of service
- Work under guidance of the surgical team supporting and ensuring the service demands are met, assisting with the treatment and management of patients
- Take an active role in the day to day running of the department including ordering and monitoring of stock and supplies
About us
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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?o As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.o We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes. o We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.Why work for us?o We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.o As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.o Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.
What do we stand for?o Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.o Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.o Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.
Person Specification
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to utilise word, power point and excel to a level of producing documents, reports
- Ability to demonstrate appropriate non antagonistic behaviour in stressful situations.
Desirable
- Proven ability to analyse highly complex problems and to develop and successfully implement practical and workable solutions to address them
- Evidence of participation in audit, research and development of staff
- Proven track record when dealing with human resource issues
- Ability to plan and organise complex activities, programmes which may need adjustment on a regular basis depending on activity
- Dexterity and accuracy required for medicine administration and clinical interventions
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- RN (adult)
- Degree in related field (or equivalent experience)
- Relevant post registration experience
- Teaching and Assessment recognised qualification
- Recognised advanced communication skills
Experience
Essential
- Post registration course in Dermatology
- IV therapy
- Cannualtion course
- Significant experience at a Band 5 nursing level within a related field
Desirable
- Medicines management
- Proven track record in change management, team leadership, performance management
Special Circumstances
Essential
- Post registration course in Dermatology
- IV therapy
- Cannualtion course
- Medicines management
Person Specification
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to utilise word, power point and excel to a level of producing documents, reports
- Ability to demonstrate appropriate non antagonistic behaviour in stressful situations.
Desirable
- Proven ability to analyse highly complex problems and to develop and successfully implement practical and workable solutions to address them
- Evidence of participation in audit, research and development of staff
- Proven track record when dealing with human resource issues
- Ability to plan and organise complex activities, programmes which may need adjustment on a regular basis depending on activity
- Dexterity and accuracy required for medicine administration and clinical interventions
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- RN (adult)
- Degree in related field (or equivalent experience)
- Relevant post registration experience
- Teaching and Assessment recognised qualification
- Recognised advanced communication skills
Experience
Essential
- Post registration course in Dermatology
- IV therapy
- Cannualtion course
- Significant experience at a Band 5 nursing level within a related field
Desirable
- Medicines management
- Proven track record in change management, team leadership, performance management
Special Circumstances
Essential
- Post registration course in Dermatology
- IV therapy
- Cannualtion course
- Medicines management
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).
