Inflammatory Nurse Specialist for Dermatology
Band 6
Main area: Dermatology
Grade: Band 6
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Job ref: 197-AO6447
Site: Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Town: London
Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum plus HCA
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 02/03/2025 23:59
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust (LGT) is a community-focused provider of local and acute care, delivering high-quality services to over one million people living across the London boroughs of Lewisham, Greenwich, and Bexley.
We are looking for an ambitious, flexible, and motivated individual with experience in providing evidence-based practice for patients with Dermatology conditions, preferably with experience in Phototherapy and Biologic Therapy. The successful applicant will work collaboratively with patients/carers and the MDT to ensure high-quality, appropriate care.
Job Overview
This post serves as a development opportunity for nurses wishing to further their knowledge and skills in the dermatology specialty. The post holder will be supported in practice by a CNS mentor and will have regular learning opportunities.
The Senior Staff Nurse will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate expert nursing care. The post holder will support the phototherapy service and coordinate the day-to-day running of the clinic, ensuring safe, effective clinical care is delivered to patients.
Main Duties of the Job
The Senior Staff Nurse will:
* Learn how to work across agencies and contribute towards the development of communication pathways with key stakeholders.
* Contribute to projects such as the development of policies, quality and audit initiatives, and educational programmes for staff and students.
Working for Our Organisation
Our people are our greatest asset. Engaged employees perform at their best, and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to a culture of engagement.
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
* Management
Accept written patient referrals ensuring that all patient referrals achieve the accepted criteria.
Participate in all aspects of dermatology care under guidance and supervision of the lead CNS.
Liaise within the multidisciplinary team on treatment plans.
Act as a mentor to pre and post-registration nurses, assisting in meeting their learning needs.
* Clinical
Work with a supported caseload of patients while being part of the multidisciplinary team.
Ensure patients are educated regarding the treatment of Dermatology and its effects.
Maintain effective communication with patients, carers, and professionals to ensure seamless service delivery.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
* Registered Nurse Degree or equivalent experience
* Teaching and assessment course or equivalent experience
* Care of patient with Dermatology
* Phototherapy course
* Completed competencies to deliver Biologic therapy
* Masters Degree or working towards
* Counselling course
* Prescribers course
Experience
* Experience of working within the multidisciplinary team
* Experience of care for patients with Inflammatory Skin Disease
* Experience of caring for patients requiring Biologic Therapy
* Experience of caring for patients requiring phototherapy
Knowledge and Skills
* Evidence of continued professional development
* Organisational skills and ability to prioritise and manage caseload
* Understanding of the psychological impact of patients with Dermatology conditions
We reserve the right to close the post before the stated closing date; please apply early. We encourage all suitable candidates to apply, including those from diverse backgrounds.
University Hospital Lewisham
High Street, Lewisham
London, SE13 6LH
T: 020 8333 3000
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Stadium Rd, Woolwich
London, SE18 4QH
T: 020 8836 6000
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