Main area: Dermatology
Grade: NHS AfC: Band 5
Contract: Permanent and 1 x 12 month secondment
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (No shifts available, Working Pattern is Monday to Friday)
Job ref: 358-6844430-ESM-BC
Employer: University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: St Peter's Healthcare Centre
Town: Leicester
Salary: Dependence on Experience
Closing: 03/02/2025 23:59
Dermatology Staff Nurse
NHS AfC: Band 5
We are actively promoting flexible working options, helping you to manage a work/life balance. Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Staff Nurse to join St Peter’s Health Centre with our Dermatology Service. You will be primarily based at St Peter’s Health Centre with our Dermatology Service. However, you may be required to work in other designated locations of the Trust as well as your primary base. In particular, flexibility is required across the three main hospital sites (Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital and Glenfield Hospital). 1 x Full time permanent post 1 x 12 month secondment post Main duties of the job
Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of evidenced-based nursing care to a group of patients. Assisting and contributing in the management and organization of the Dermatology Service. Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care. Actively participate in the education, development and supervision of other staff members. Act as a clinical and professional role model, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement within the clinical area. This role can involve frequent walking and standing for long periods of time. The post holder must have the physical capability to use manual handling equipment i.e. hoists, trolleys and wheelchairs. Working for our organisation
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals: High-quality care for all, Being a great place to work, Partnerships for impact, and Research and education excellence. And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to work without supervision. Designate responsibilities to other team members and actively contribute to performance review and the appraisal and personal development planning (PDP) process. Liaising with the multi-professional teams to provide an appropriate service to patients and their carers. Post holder will be expected to attend regular departmental team meetings. These will be held in the team base. To perform the necessary clinical procedures, e.g. surgical biopsies, removal of drains, wound dressings, bandaging, appropriate to the clinical specialty, following training and competency assessment as required, throughout the Dermatology Department. To participate in the provision of comfort measures for patients including the provision of fresh drinking water, snacks, and preparation of hot and cold drinks as required. To contribute to effective communication within the multi-disciplinary team, receiving regular team updates and information for the effective day-to-day running of the department. To be responsible for the daily checking of the Capillary Blood Glucose monitors according to the manufacturers’ instructions and recording these checks in the appropriate book. To be responsible for the daily checking of oxygen levels and suction pumps and recording in the appropriate emergency equipment checklists. To be responsible for the collection of Liquid Nitrogen from stores for clinic requirements. Person specification
Training & Qualifications
RN with Active UK NMC PIN, Minimum of 6 months acute experience within a hospital setting. Evidence of continuing professional development or evidence of reflective profile. Has or working towards a Recognised NMC teaching and assessing qualification or the equivalent (or “expert witness” qualification). Experience and communication
Demonstrates satisfactory clinical expertise for the Grade applied for. Experience will be dependent on the post/department requirements at the time of recruitment. Able to present factual written and verbal information and deal with questions. Experience of organizing own workload. Values
Adequate Trust value example given. Additional Information Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms. Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you. UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria. Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible. UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs. Disclosure and Barring Service Check Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check. The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment. Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated. University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities. You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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NHS AfC: Band 5
We are actively promoting flexible working options, helping you to manage a work/life balance. Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Staff Nurse to join St Peter’s Health Centre with our Dermatology Service. You will be primarily based at St Peter’s Health Centre with our Dermatology Service. However, you may be required to work in other designated locations of the Trust as well as your primary base. In particular, flexibility is required across the three main hospital sites (Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital and Glenfield Hospital). 1 x Full time permanent post 1 x 12 month secondment post Main duties of the job
Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of evidenced-based nursing care to a group of patients. Assisting and contributing in the management and organization of the Dermatology Service. Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care. Actively participate in the education, development and supervision of other staff members. Act as a clinical and professional role model, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement within the clinical area. This role can involve frequent walking and standing for long periods of time. The post holder must have the physical capability to use manual handling equipment i.e. hoists, trolleys and wheelchairs. Working for our organisation
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals: High-quality care for all, Being a great place to work, Partnerships for impact, and Research and education excellence. And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to work without supervision. Designate responsibilities to other team members and actively contribute to performance review and the appraisal and personal development planning (PDP) process. Liaising with the multi-professional teams to provide an appropriate service to patients and their carers. Post holder will be expected to attend regular departmental team meetings. These will be held in the team base. To perform the necessary clinical procedures, e.g. surgical biopsies, removal of drains, wound dressings, bandaging, appropriate to the clinical specialty, following training and competency assessment as required, throughout the Dermatology Department. To participate in the provision of comfort measures for patients including the provision of fresh drinking water, snacks, and preparation of hot and cold drinks as required. To contribute to effective communication within the multi-disciplinary team, receiving regular team updates and information for the effective day-to-day running of the department. To be responsible for the daily checking of the Capillary Blood Glucose monitors according to the manufacturers’ instructions and recording these checks in the appropriate book. To be responsible for the daily checking of oxygen levels and suction pumps and recording in the appropriate emergency equipment checklists. To be responsible for the collection of Liquid Nitrogen from stores for clinic requirements. Person specification
Training & Qualifications
RN with Active UK NMC PIN, Minimum of 6 months acute experience within a hospital setting. Evidence of continuing professional development or evidence of reflective profile. Has or working towards a Recognised NMC teaching and assessing qualification or the equivalent (or “expert witness” qualification). Experience and communication
Demonstrates satisfactory clinical expertise for the Grade applied for. Experience will be dependent on the post/department requirements at the time of recruitment. Able to present factual written and verbal information and deal with questions. Experience of organizing own workload. Values
Adequate Trust value example given. Additional Information Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms. Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you. UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria. Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible. UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs. Disclosure and Barring Service Check Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check. The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment. Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated. University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities. You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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