Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist- Dermatology

3 days ago


London Borough of Barnet, United Kingdom Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

The Dermatology service is looking to recruit a highly motivated individual to deliver exceptional care for patients with chronic skin diseases.

You will work closely with, and be supported by the existing Clinical Nurse Specialists, medical team and work alongside the multidisciplinary teams.

The nursing team undertakes Nurse Led out-patient clinics including phototherapy, keloid and alopecia intralesional injections, patch testing and photodynamic therapy. The Clinical Nurse Specialist team currently help educate patients to better understand their skin disease to enable them to self-manage their skin condition, assess the psychological burden and assist in problem solving.

For the developmental post, the successful candidate will start at a band 5 and be expected to undertake a period of training, academic and professional development in order to progress to a Clinical Nurse Specialist Band 6 role. We would expect the competencies to be gained within a nine month period. The post holder will actively participate and agree a training needs analysis plan and fully engage in a developmental pathway.

We welcome candidates from all specialities with transferable skills and there are opportunities for personal and academic development within this role.

Main duties of the job

The Dermatology service is looking to recruit a highly motivated individual to deliver exceptional care for patients with chronic skin diseases. The Nurse Specialist is fundamental to the service, providing bespoke nursing care for patients and their families.

You will work closely with, and be supported by the existing Clinical Nurse Specialists, medical team and work alongside the multidisciplinary teams.

The nursing team undertakes Nurse Led out-patient clinics including phototherapy, keloid and alopecia intralesional injections, patch testing and photodynamic therapy. The Clinical Nurse Specialist team currently help educate patients to better understand their skin disease to enable them to self-manage their skin condition, assess the psychological burden and assist in problem solving.

For the developmental post, the successful candidate will start at a band 5 and be expected to undertake a period of training, academic and professional development in order to progress to a Clinical Nurse Specialist Band 6 role. We would expect the competencies to be gained within a nine month period. The post holder will actively participate and agree a training needs analysis plan and fully engage in a developmental pathway.

Working hours are office hours, flexibility and willingness to travel to other trust hospitals is required. If you are a hard working enthusiastic individual and you would relish this opportunity, we would like to hear from you.

About us

We are a friendly CNS team with varying levels of expertise and grades. We work closely with our medical teams, operations and administration teams.

We work across the Barnet and Chase Farm Hospital sites.

We are a friendly welcoming team, with a strong educational and patient centric approach.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The nursing team undertakes Nurse Led out-patient clinics including phototherapy, keloid and alopecia intralesional injections, patch testing, hair and nail, allergy and photodynamic therapy. The Clinical Nurse Specialist team currently help educate patients to better understand their skin disease to enable them to self-manage their skin condition, assess the psychological burden and assist in problem solving.

Person Specification

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Education & professional Qualifications

Essential

First Level Registration Evidence of recent and ongoing professional development

Desirable

Post qualification in relevant speciality Recognized teaching or mentorship qualification or working towards

Experience

Essential

Post registration experience working in an acute hospital setting Awareness of current professional nursing issues Demonstrates sound knowledge of infection control standards Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

Ability to plan and prioritise workload Proven communication skills and ability to negotiate Skilled in use of computer/key board Ability to supervise registered and unregistered staff Ability to work well within a team Knowledge of risk management Ability to lead change and service improvement Aware of quality and safety standards and ward audit requirements To maintain a safe clinical environment conducive to patient care

Personal Qualities & Attributes

Essential

Ability to demonstrate initiative and solve problems Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues Enthusiastic and assertive Adaptable to change Diplomatic and calm To be flexible and approachable Ability to work rotating shifts

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