Job summary
The primary focus for this role is providing support to our Dermatology Clinicians. Work with all members of the clinical team within the multi-disciplinary framework. Maintain a high standard
of patient care under the direction of the Dermatology operations team.
This role will require you to work across a number of our DMC sites.
Main duties of the job
To work in accordance with the principles set out by the Nursing/Midwifery professional bodies and Trust
Policies.
To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to
act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate DMC values and
demonstrate behaviours that support and encourage an inclusive culture.
Excellent communication skills are essential in dermatology nursing as you provide care for patients pre and
post skin surgery, during general clinic procedures or during nurse led clinics.
Dermatology run a high volume of surgical clinics and the nursing staff scrub in and assist with procedures,
so an interest in surgery would be an essential requirement of the role.
About us
A strong provider in the NHS ecosystem, DMC Healthcare has played a significant role in service delivery for over 50 years, helping to reduce health inequalities. From being at the sharp end of the patient journey into treatment in primary care, to delivering fast, accurate radiology reporting, consultant-led dermatology and insourced endoscopy services, DMC Healthcare remains committed.
Our TRUST values reinforce that what we do is built on strong teamwork, respect for one another and importantly respect for the patient. We take time to listen and understand everyones needs, were supportive and truly care and whatever we do, we do it together.
DMC takes pride in a diverse workforce, involving a range of talented and knowledgeable experts working together as teams. This includes clinical experts, who constantly strive towards delivering the best patient care, and non-clinical experts and support staff, who revolutionise working methods in the healthcare industry.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Core functions, but not limited to:
Skills
- Practice within the NMC Standards of Practice and Behaviour for Nurses and
Midwives.
- Participate in the assessment of patient care needs, planning, implementing
and evaluating programmes of care in accordance with the agreed policies
and procedures.
- Administer prescribed medication and treatment in a timely manner, in
accordance with Trust policies and Professional guidelines.
- Take responsibility for groups of patients as required, with minimal supervision
from senior staff.
- Deliver evidence-based care, and promote the use of evidence based practice,
referring to Nursing Clinical Practices accordingly.
- Liaise effectively with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure timely delivery of
care and develop good working relationships.
- Practise within an ethical framework based upon respect for the well-being
and safety of patients and clients.
- Maintain accurate and legible records of care and other documentation in
accordance with Trust and professional standards.
- Take personal responsibility for actions and omissions and recognise personal
accountability.
- Report on treatment, care, and any concerns, promptly and effectively to
senior staff to maintain effective communication channels.
- Report incidents and near misses promptly and appropriately and take
effective action to minimise future risk.
- Practice in such a way that ensures efficient and effective use of resources.
- Critically appraise and synthesise the outcomes of relevant research,
evaluations and audits and apply the information when seeking to improve
practice.
- Work within defined boundaries of practice.
Clinical Care
- This post will give the successful candidate opportunities to expand their
dermatology knowledge and skills.
- Work alongside members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that patients
receive optimum safe, compassionate care.
- Provide support to patients undertaking invasive/ minor procedures
- Acting up in the absence of senior staff
Communication
- Communicate effectively with patients and relatives to promote patient/carer
involvement, so that they can make informed choices and understand their treatment
and planned care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Core functions, but not limited to:
Skills
- Practice within the NMC Standards of Practice and Behaviour for Nurses and
Midwives.
- Participate in the assessment of patient care needs, planning, implementing
and evaluating programmes of care in accordance with the agreed policies
and procedures.
- Administer prescribed medication and treatment in a timely manner, in
accordance with Trust policies and Professional guidelines.
- Take responsibility for groups of patients as required, with minimal supervision
from senior staff.
- Deliver evidence-based care, and promote the use of evidence based practice,
referring to Nursing Clinical Practices accordingly.
- Liaise effectively with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure timely delivery of
care and develop good working relationships.
- Practise within an ethical framework based upon respect for the well-being
and safety of patients and clients.
- Maintain accurate and legible records of care and other documentation in
accordance with Trust and professional standards.
- Take personal responsibility for actions and omissions and recognise personal
accountability.
- Report on treatment, care, and any concerns, promptly and effectively to
senior staff to maintain effective communication channels.
- Report incidents and near misses promptly and appropriately and take
effective action to minimise future risk.
- Practice in such a way that ensures efficient and effective use of resources.
- Critically appraise and synthesise the outcomes of relevant research,
evaluations and audits and apply the information when seeking to improve
practice.
- Work within defined boundaries of practice.
Clinical Care
- This post will give the successful candidate opportunities to expand their
dermatology knowledge and skills.
- Work alongside members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that patients
receive optimum safe, compassionate care.
- Provide support to patients undertaking invasive/ minor procedures
- Acting up in the absence of senior staff
Communication
- Communicate effectively with patients and relatives to promote patient/carer
involvement, so that they can make informed choices and understand their treatment
and planned care.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a student or registered nurse in an acute hospital setting
Desirable
- Experience assisting with Surgery/Minor Surgery/Mohs/ANTT
- Experience with caring for Dermatology patients
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates a genuine interest and has awareness of issues in Dermatology
- Awareness of current nursing and NHS issues
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a student or registered nurse in an acute hospital setting
Desirable
- Experience assisting with Surgery/Minor Surgery/Mohs/ANTT
- Experience with caring for Dermatology patients
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates a genuine interest and has awareness of issues in Dermatology
- Awareness of current nursing and NHS issues
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
