At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide hands-on clinical care in a fast-paced dermatology team.
- Company: Join Sussex Community Dermatology Service, delivering specialist skin care.
- Benefits: Gain advanced dermatology skills without managerial responsibilities.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for quality improvement and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care and develop your nursing expertise.
- Qualifications: NMC registered nurse with experience in dermatology or related fields.
The predicted salary is between 37900 - 44962 £ per year.
Job Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed nurse to join our busy, community based dermatology team in the Kent area.
You will provide hands on clinical care in a fast paced see and treat environment, supporting consultant dermatologists, GPw SIs, and the wider multidisciplinary team.
The role is ideal for a nurse who enjoys direct patient contact and wants to develop advanced dermatology skills without taking on managerial responsibilities.
Main Duties of the Job
- Deliver safe, evidence based dermatology care, including assisting in minor surgery, patch testing, photodynamic therapy, and routine clinic assessments.
- Assist with pre and post procedure care, wound dressing, and patient education.
- Maintain meticulous patient records in the electronic health record system.
- Support infection prevention and control protocols and ensure a sterile working environment.
- Participate in quality improvement projects and clinical governance activities.
- Work collaboratively with consultants, GPw SIs, nurses, healthcare assistants and other allied health professionals.
- Provide expert advice to patients on selfcare and post procedure management via telephone or in person.
- Attend team meetings, case discussions and training sessions.
About Us
Sussex Community Dermatology Service (SCDS) is a community based dermatology network that delivers specialist skin care across Coastal West Sussex, Surrey, Mid Sussex, West Kent and Berkshire.
SCDS provide timely, high quality dermatology care that reduces unnecessary referrals to secondary care and improves patient experience through a see and treat approach.
SCDS Key services include Minor skin surgery (excision, biopsy, shave, punch), Patch testing for allergies, Photodynamic therapy (PDT), Phototherapy (UVB/PUVA), Day case procedures, Dermatological assessment clinics, Skin cancer screening and early intervention programs.
- Job Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, evidence based dermatology care, including assisting in minor surgery, patch testing, photodynamic therapy, and routine clinic assessments.
- Assist with pre and post procedure care, wound dressing, and patient education.
- Maintain meticulous patient records in the electronic health record system.
- Support infection prevention and control protocols and ensure a sterile working environment.
- Participate in quality improvement projects and clinical governance activities.
- Work collaboratively with consultants, GPw SIs, nurses, healthcare assistants and other allied health professionals.
- Provide expert advice to patients on selfcare and postprocedure management via telephone or inperson.
- Attend team meetings, case discussions and training sessions.
Person Specification
Experience
- Nursing experience - preferably in dermatology or a related clinical area
Qualifications
- NMC registered
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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
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Dermatology Nurse in Rainham employer: Sussex Community Dermatology Service (Sussex, Surrey & Kent Dermatology)
At Sussex Community Dermatology Service, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that fosters a supportive and collaborative work culture. Our team-oriented environment encourages professional growth through continuous training and development opportunities, allowing you to enhance your dermatology skills while making a meaningful impact on patient care in the Kent area. Join us for a rewarding career where your contributions are valued and recognised.
Contact Details:
Sussex Community Dermatology Service (Sussex, Surrey & Kent Dermatology) Recruitment Team
