Interviews to be held 13/02/2025
We currently have a group of highly experienced Dermatology nurses and are looking to expand our team. Dermatology is a specialist area within the NHS, which offers opportunity to be the best that you can be in an environment that values participation and welcomes enthusiasm. The successful candidate will be fully supported and have opportunities to extend knowledge, skills and education within Dermatology. We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and motivated nurse to join the dermatology nursing services in Barnsley. This is an exciting nursing appointment and will work in close collaboration with Lead nurse, Clinical nurse specialist in drug monitoring, Cancer nurse specialist and clinicians to support our vision of a fully integrated Dermatology service.
As a registered nurse you will be responsible for supporting your manager in ensuring that our service users' needs are met through the delivery of high quality care. As a centre of excellence, you will offer a person-centered approach to their independence and well-being.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for helping to develop aspects of the Dermatology service including phototherapy, physical and psychological assessment, symptom management, health promotion and lifestyle education to support shared decision making and self-management. Working as a team within the multidisciplinary team. The nursing team undertakes Nurse Led outpatient clinics including phototherapy, iontophoresis for hyperhidrosis, nurse led minor surgery sessions, Photodynamic therapy, Leg ulcer assessment, cosmetic camouflage and acne clinics. The Clinical nurse specialist is involved in Biologics clinic and systemic drug monitoring clinics. The Skin cancer nurse specialist is a key contact for patients diagnosed with skin cancer, supporting and educating patients to self-monitor. Attends the MDT on a weekly basis. About us
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early. Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities. There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a 'we can do this' attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth. Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history. The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities. Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
Effective interpersonal/communication skills Effective decision-making skills Effective influencing Ability to monitor, maintain and improve service delivery Excellent written and verbal skills Change management Demonstrable team working skills Demonstrable influencing skills Develop specialised programmes of dermatology nursing care Develop specialist protocols Desirable
IT skills Value-based questions
Essential
In around 100 words, please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important. In around 100 words, please explain how services can be sustainable in the future and how you think we can reach that goal. Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
Current healthcare issues Healthcare Commission Standards for better Health Quality audit and its application Statutory and professional requirements Health and Safety Risk management and NHSLA Clinical Governance Confidentiality Quality benchmarking Research and Development Infection Control Qualifications
Essential
Nurse prescriber or willing to work towards Mentoring, teaching and assessing qualification or willing to work towards 1st level registered Specialist post-registration qualification in dermatology Evidence of education and development towards degree level Minor surgery skills or working towards Desirable
Recognised leadership development programme attendance Experience
Essential
Extensive post-registration experience with significant experience in a dedicated dermatology service Proven track record of working independently Increased scope of practice Employer details
Employer name
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address
Pogmoor Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 2EP Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. C9163-1758E-01-25
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The post holder will be responsible for helping to develop aspects of the Dermatology service including phototherapy, physical and psychological assessment, symptom management, health promotion and lifestyle education to support shared decision making and self-management. Working as a team within the multidisciplinary team. The nursing team undertakes Nurse Led outpatient clinics including phototherapy, iontophoresis for hyperhidrosis, nurse led minor surgery sessions, Photodynamic therapy, Leg ulcer assessment, cosmetic camouflage and acne clinics. The Clinical nurse specialist is involved in Biologics clinic and systemic drug monitoring clinics. The Skin cancer nurse specialist is a key contact for patients diagnosed with skin cancer, supporting and educating patients to self-monitor. Attends the MDT on a weekly basis. About us
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early. Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities. There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a 'we can do this' attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth. Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history. The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities. Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
Effective interpersonal/communication skills Effective decision-making skills Effective influencing Ability to monitor, maintain and improve service delivery Excellent written and verbal skills Change management Demonstrable team working skills Demonstrable influencing skills Develop specialised programmes of dermatology nursing care Develop specialist protocols Desirable
IT skills Value-based questions
Essential
In around 100 words, please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important. In around 100 words, please explain how services can be sustainable in the future and how you think we can reach that goal. Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
Current healthcare issues Healthcare Commission Standards for better Health Quality audit and its application Statutory and professional requirements Health and Safety Risk management and NHSLA Clinical Governance Confidentiality Quality benchmarking Research and Development Infection Control Qualifications
Essential
Nurse prescriber or willing to work towards Mentoring, teaching and assessing qualification or willing to work towards 1st level registered Specialist post-registration qualification in dermatology Evidence of education and development towards degree level Minor surgery skills or working towards Desirable
Recognised leadership development programme attendance Experience
Essential
Extensive post-registration experience with significant experience in a dedicated dermatology service Proven track record of working independently Increased scope of practice Employer details
Employer name
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address
Pogmoor Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 2EP Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. C9163-1758E-01-25
#J-18808-Ljbffr
