The post holder will be an expert practitioner in dermatology nursing, providing clinical and educational support within the health board and deliver high quality evidence based individualised care required by patients with all types of dermatological problems. The post holder will be responsible for managing and providing a specialist service for patients with acute and chronic skin disease and those requiring biologics therapy and systemic drug therapy. This entails managing a high clinical workload and provide clinical, social and psychological support to the patients enabling them through education and health promotion to reach their optimum level of independence and health.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to join our friendly dynamic Dermatology Team at Betsi Cadwaldr University Hospital Board. This post will be based primarily at the Ysbyty Gwynedd but flexibility will be required depending on service needs.

This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to develop expertise within this specialty. Experience within a dermatology setting is desirable however consideration will be given to a candidate who demonstrates a keen interest and proven track record of personal and professional development and are willing to undergo training to meet this role. You must however possess a flexible attitude, and commitment to achieve excellence.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the Disability Confident Employer scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse
• BSC in Nursing
• MSc degree level or willing to undertake
• Non independent Nurse prescribing

Desirable

• Specialist Post registration qualification in dermatology / tissue viability
• Teaching and assessing qualification

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience including management and leadership experience.
• Managing own caseload
• Exposure to dermatology / tissue viability knowledge and skills

Desirable

• Research involvement
• Wound management experience
• Teaching experience

Skills

Essential

• Effective Communication with patients , carers and members of multi-disciplinary team
• Autonomous practice able to prioritise and be adaptable
• IT skills

Desirable

• Interpretation of blood results

Knowledge

Essential

• Clinical/Professional knowledge gained through post-registration Degree and experience
• Knowledge of Data Protection and patient confidentiality
• Understanding/involvement of risk management and Health & Safety issues, POVA child protection

Desirable

• Knowledge of immunosuppressant's and biologics

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to respond and adapt to changing needs of department
• Recognise when to seek appropriate support
• Demonstrate problem solving skills

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Ysbyty Gwynedd

Bangor

LL57 2PW

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050-NMR555-0623