Job Overview
We want talented and enthusiastic people from all backgrounds to join #TeamMWL. The role is a Clinical Nurse Specialist in our Dermatology Department.
Main Duties
- Work autonomously, managing a caseload of patients within the specialty while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
- Deliver individualised and personalised direct patient care in clinics such as surgical theatre lists, skin cancer clinics, skin cancer follow‑up clinics, non‑medical prescribing, and education for patients and junior staff.
- Provide supervision of nursing care of in‑patients admitted for assessment and treatment.
- Offer support to ward staff, act as liaison between services, and contribute to the Cancer MDT and other specialities.
- Develop and manage nurse‑led services including holistic needs assessments, diagnosis, treatment and follow‑up.
- Ensure timely pre‑admission care, interventions and discharge planning in conjunction with the multi‑disciplinary team.
- Act on concerns raised by team members or service users, addressing them according to Trust Policies and Guidelines.
- Define and implement clinical protocols, guidelines and audit processes.
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse at Band 6 or above.
- Dermatology nursing qualification.
- Evidence of CPD and teaching/assessing qualification (ENB998) or equivalent mentorship module.
- Relevant specialist courses in dermatology (diploma/degree level) or equivalent experience.
- Degree/MSc or currently working towards one.
Knowledge & Experience
- Clinical experience in dermatology or oncology at Band 6 level or above.
- Knowledge of quality standards, benchmarking and audit.
- Understanding of the NMC code of professional conduct.
- Experience in teaching and mentoring nursing staff.
Skills
- Leadership and team management abilities.
- Strong problem‑solving skills and adaptability.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with patients, carers, medical staff and the public.
- Knowledge of Trust and corporate objectives.
Other
- Able to work under pressure and maintain concentration under frequent clinical demands.
- Physically fit to move and handle patients and equipment.
- Will work across clinics, attend meetings and have some office‑based tasks.
- Exposed to sensitive, emotional circumstances when dealing with patients.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We actively cultivate a professional environment of fairness, equality, dignity, and respect for all individuals. We welcome all applicants, irrespective of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, or other protected characteristics, and we provide reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and armed forces veterans where required.
