Dermatology Staff Nurse

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DERMATOLOGY OUTPATIENTS

DERMATOLOGY STAFF NURSE

2 posts x 21 hours per week, Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Dermatology Service where the team are developing a new model of care. We would like enthusiastic registered nurses who have an interest in Dermatology to join us to develop the service and deliver treatments. The posts will be based in Outpatients A in Borders General Hospital.

Current nursing services provided include: application of topical treatments and dressings for skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis; management of wounds including leg ulcers including application of compression bandages; provision of skin therapies such as ultraviolet B Phototherapy, Photodynamic Therapy and Iontophoresis; providing support and advice for patients and carers regarding acute and chronic skin diseases; assisting in skin biopsy procedures; contact allergy testing etc. In addition, there will be the opportunity to train to undertake nurse-led lesion photography clinics.

Experience in dermatology nursing is preferred but training will be given – in-house training and further study involved, and possibly placements outwith NHS Borders.

The post holder will require to undertake Exposure Prone Procedures.

For further information contact Helen McKendrick, Lead Dermatology Nurse Specialist on

Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check done than is currently the case. If the post is assessed as a "regulated role", your appointment will be subject to joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. If there is any change to what is currently required, this will be confirmed by either the Hiring Manager or the Recruitment Team. For more details on these changes please visit: Disclosure Scotland Changes.

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