Clinical Specialist Nurse - Dermatology Frimley

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Dermatology Specialist Nurse to join our team on a full-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated nurse who is passionate about delivering high-quality, specialist care to patients with a wide range of dermatological conditions.

Essential Requirements:

• Registered Nurse with a minimum of 2 years' experience working as a Dermatology Specialist Nurse
• Proven experience in delivering specialist dermatology care
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and patient-centred care skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage and deliver specialist nurse led dermatology clinics
• Provide phototherapy treatments and support services
• Conduct patch testing clinics
• Monitor patients receiving systemic dermatology medications
• Respond to patient enquiries through the dermatology helpline
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation
• Undertake administrative duties essential to the efficient running of the department
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest standards of patient care

We are looking for a proactive and compassionate individual who can thrive in a busy, dynamic environment while maintaining a strong focus on patient care and clinical excellence.

Main duties of the job

• Phototherapy Clinic: Administer phototherapy treatments (narrowband UVB, PUVA) to patients with conditions such as psoriasis and eczema, while monitoring their response and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
• Patch Testing Clinic: Perform patch testing application and removal ensuring appropriate follow-up and patient education.
• Systemic Drug Monitoring Clinic: Monitor patients on systemic treatments (e.g. biologics, immunosuppressants), coordinating regular blood tests and tracking medication side effects.
• Dermatology Helpline: Provide support and advice to patients via phone, addressing medication concerns, treatment plans, and follow-up queries.
• Administrative Duties: Schedule patient appointments, maintain accurate records, and assist with departmental audits and reporting as needed.

About us

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.

Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.

We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered General Nurse
• BSc (Hons) degree
• Minimum 2 years of experience working as dermatology nurse

Desirable

• Registered with the NMC as a Specialist practitioner in Dermatology

Experience

Essential

• Relevant clinical experience within dermatology
• Experience in managing patients with dermatological conditions

Desirable

• Broad dermatology knowledge and experience of working in a similar setting
• Experience of delivering education programmes

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• High level of interpersonal skills and management skills
• Demonstrates up to date knowledge and expertise in general nursing
• Leadership and decision-making skills
• Demonstrates skilled written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to empathise with specific patients with dermatological conditions
• Competent in basic and advanced computer skills

Special Requirements

Essential

• Working hours are office hours, require flexibility and willingness to travel to another site is required

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 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).

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme.