Dermatology Nurse
1 week ago
Job summary
An exciting opportunity for enthusiastic Nurse has arisen to join our Dermatology nursing team at Epsom General Hospital . Working as part of our highly effective Multidisciplinary team the post holder will enhance the work of the team to provide a seamless service for the management of people with a range of Dermatology conditions.
Working across all aspects of care delivery in outpatient clinics the post holder must have clinical knowledge of dermatology conditions and minor op procedures. You will be required to demonstrate comprehensive assessment skills, knowledge of evidence based practice, and critical appraisal skills in applying theory to practice
The successful candidates must be capable of working independently to provide evidence based interventions to patients, demonstrating expert clinical skills and knowledge whilst promoting patient focused care
You will need to be a highly motivated individual with good interdisciplinary team-working skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential to provide professional specialist clinical support to medical and nursing staff in relation to respiratory patients.
Whilst we are looking for an experienced registered nurse with experience within the Respiratory specialty, applicants with less experience would be encouraged and training would be provided
Main duties of the job
As a member of the Dermatology Team the post holder will provide a quality specialist service to Dermatology patients by conducting diagnostic clinics such as Photodynamic Therapy, Patch Testing and minor op procedures.
The post holder will also:
Contribute to the provision of an effective nurse service ensuring delivery that is sensitive to patient need, innovative and meets defined standards. Assist the Dermatology nurse specialists in the delivery of hospital follow up care as appropriate and under supervision.
About us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the Dermatology Nurse role at Epsom and St Helier Hospital.
Person Specification
Nursing Qualification and Training
Essential
Registered General Nurse
Experience
Essential
.Relevant experience at Band 5 or above .Broad range of clinical experience
Desirable
.Attendance at Dermatology Update sessions or training courses .Experience of working in an MDT .Specialist knowledge of Dermatology conditions
Skills and abilities
Essential
.Ability to manage own workload with minimal supervision. .Able to recognise own boundaries of practice .Able to respond to emergency situations .Able to communicate efficiently and effectively with other departments and healthcare professionals .Teaching staff and patients .Maintain standards or protocols of care .Computer skills