Dermatology Nurse (Band 5) - Therapies and Integrated Care - Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust – Chester, Cheshire West and Chester
Therapy Services are pleased to invite applications from Registered Nurses who have an interest in caring for and treating patients within Dermatology.
The role will be working across a range of Dermatology conditions, primarily providing Outpatient care for those needing Phototherapy treatments. Phototherapy can be an effective alternative to drug therapy management, and as such, this can be a very satisfying speciality to work in.
Although this role is based within the Therapies Department, you will have the opportunity to build experience and in-depth knowledge in Dermatology through our excellent links with the Consultant team.
You will also receive support and training from our friendly Phototherapy team, who will ensure you can confidently reach your competencies to assess and treat patients independently. We actively support individual 'Continuing Professional Development' as part of our mission to deliver excellent patient care to all those using our services.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate a keen interest in Dermatology and be strongly motivated to deliver kind and compassionate care to this patient group.
1. You will deliver a range of light therapy modalities including UV-A, UV-B, PUVA, and Iontophoresis, as well as the assessment of patients through patch testing; you will adjust the dosages as indicated to optimise treatment for each individual.
2. You will work independently within the team under the supervision of the Team Leader to schedule and operate outpatient clinics effectively and efficiently, ensuring that safety is the highest priority.
3. You will recognise and escalate any adverse reactions or problems without delay to senior clinicians to ensure that patient care remains safe and effective at all times.
4. Be accountable for performing regular assessments on patient needs, to plan, implement and evaluate care delivery and be adaptable to changing health care requirements.
5. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective communication with patients, relatives, and carers to always ensure their involvement in the decisions about treatment, planning and the delivery of their care.
The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provides services to West Cheshire and to Welsh patients covered by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. The Trust works collaboratively within the wider Cheshire and Merseyside Health and Care Partnership.
The Trust employs over 6258 staff (headcount) which includes temporary bank staff and provides acute emergency and elective services, primary care direct access services and obstetric services to a population of approximately 407,000.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
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