Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the dermatology team for a Phototherapy/Patch-Testing Nurse to work within established Community Dermatology clinics, which currently run Monday-Sunday.
Main duties of the job
The Phototherapy/Patch Testing Nurse will be able to provide high standards of care in various Nurse-led follow-up clinics including:
* Patch Testing
* Phototherapy (Narrowband UVB)
About us
HealthHarmonie is a fast-paced, growing organisation that operates from various locations across England. Headquartered in Birmingham, we were established in 2003 and have been growing ever since, in the ever-changing healthcare industry, developing our presence across the UK.
We work in partnership with a number of NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups nationwide to provide patients with access to community services closer to their home, these include; Diagnostic Ultrasound, Gynaecology Services, diagnosis and treatment of Dermatological conditions, Ophthalmology services and the provision of extended Minor surgery procedures.
Date posted
03 January 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
U0024-25-0004
Job locations
Dunston Business Village
Stafford Road
Dunston
Stafford
ST18 9FJ
Basford Consulting Rooms
540 Etruria Road
Basford
Newcastle-under-Lyme
ST5 0SX
The Anglesey Clinic
46 Anglesey Street
Hednesford
WS12 1AA
Job Description
Job responsibilities
* Completion of investigations, treatments, nurse-led clinics, as well as supporting numerous dermatology clinics, and supporting to ensure the completion of appropriate dermatology pathway.
* To support patient pathways in dermatology and participate fully in the treatment and monitoring of the patients.
* To support and advise patients on the promotion of health and prevention of illness, teaching patients and their relatives where appropriate.
* To support the community dermatology clinics and provide education and resources for patients and families.
* The post holder will be expected to demonstrate self-initiative as well as the ability to manage their own caseload for the Nurse follow-up clinics.
* Must be willing to undertake any necessary training.
* Ability to work independently and also as part of the Dermatology team.
* Flexibility in working days is essential to ensure service levels are maintained.
* Report to the Clinical Governance Manager and work with them to audit and develop the nurse-led follow-up services.
Additional Information
Hours
6AM - 8PM
Full-time/Part-time/Bank
Salary
Competitive depending on experience
Band 5/6
Locations
Dunston Business Village, Stafford Road, Dunston, Stafford, ST18 9FJ
Basford Consulting Rooms, 540 Etruria Rd, Basford, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 0SX
Opportunities may arise for further clinical work in addition to the basic contract. This will be delivered on a flexible timetable to cover for holidays and sick leave.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
* You will be a registered nurse with significant post-registration experience and excellent organisational and communication skills.
* You will hold a degree in Nursing and have knowledge of Dermatology and experience of delivering Dermatology treatments is essential.
Experience Essential
* Minimum 12 months experience in dermatology - Eczema.
* Minimum 12 months experience in Phototherapy and Patch Testing.
* Ability to read/interpret results.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
HealthHarmonie
Address
Dunston Business Village
Stafford Road
Dunston
Stafford
ST18 9FJ
Employer's website
https://www.healthharmonie.com/ #J-18808-Ljbffr