Dermatology Clinical Nurse Specialist

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Nurse Specialist in dermatology to join our team.We are looking for someone who is highly motivated, dynamic and forward thinking to join our busy dermatology department which includes consultant dermatologists, speciality doctors, specialist nurses and practitioners, and medical secretaries.You will work as a autonomous practitioner to provide complex and specialised care, ensuring patients are supported in a holistic manner.The successful candidate will demonstrate clinical expertise and apply evidenced based practice to patients with both acute and chronic dermatological conditions and in both an inpatient and outpatient setting.This post is open to applicants at Band 6 level with a view to progressing to be a Band 7.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.Main duties of the jobThe post holder will be an expert practitioner in dermatology nursing, providing clinical and educational support within the health board.They will deliver high quality evidence based, individualised care to patients with all types of dermatological problems.This will be a general dermatology nursing post with responsibilities including managing and providing a specialist service for patients with acute and chronic skin disease in both an inpatient and outpatient setting.It will also include the assessment and management of patients with leg ulcers, pre-cancerous and cancerous skin lesions in addition to the support of consultant ward rounds. This entails managing a high clinical work load whilst providing clinical, social and psychological support to the patients enabling them through education and health promotion to reach their optimum level of independence and health.The post holder will also provide support and education to other health care professionals.About usIf you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.Job responsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.Person SpecificationQualificationsNMC Registered NurseBsc NursingMSc degree level or willing to undertakeExperienceSignificant experience including management and leadership experienceExposure to dermatology/tissue viability knowledge and skillsSkillsAutonomous practice able to prioritise and adaptableBandaging and wound managementKnowledgeUnderstanding clinical governanceUnderstanding/involvement of risk management and health and safety issues Pova child protectionPersonal QualitiesPositive attitude. Flexible approach to work. Able to respond and adapt to changing needs of department. Recognise when to seek appropriate support.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.£48,527 to £55,532 a yearper annum pro rata #J-18808-Ljbffr