As a Band 5 Dermatology Nurse, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality care to patients with dermatological conditions. You will collaborate closely with dermatologists and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive assessments, treatments, and patient education. Your expertise will be essential in ensuring patients receive the best possible care and support throughout their treatment journey.

We are located in the Arndale House, The Mall, Luton Town Centre

Main duties of the job

- Conduct thorough assessments of patients' skin conditions and medical histories.- Administer and monitor various dermatological treatments and procedures.- Educate patients about their conditions, treatment plans, and proper skincare routines.- Assist dermatologists during procedures and surgeries, ensuring a sterile and safe environment.- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation.- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans.- Provide emotional support to patients and their families, addressing any concerns or questions.- Stay current with advancements in dermatology treatments and best practices.

About us

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A& E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.

We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our department is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. We are currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Band 5 Dermatology Nurse to join our Dermatology Department and contribute to our patient-focused approach.

- Conduct thorough assessments of patients' skin conditions and medical histories.- Administer and monitor various dermatological treatments and procedures.- Educate patients about their conditions, treatment plans, and proper skincare routines.- Assist dermatologists during procedures and surgeries, ensuring a sterile and safe environment.- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation.- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans.- Provide emotional support to patients and their families, addressing any concerns or questions.- Stay current with advancements in dermatology treatments and best practices.- Conduct thorough assessments of patients' skin conditions and medical histories.- Administer and monitor various dermatological treatments and procedures.- Educate patients about their conditions, treatment plans, and proper skincare routines.- Assist dermatologists during procedures and surgeries, ensuring a sterile and safe environment.- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation.- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans.- Provide emotional support to patients and their families, addressing any concerns or questions.- Stay current with advancements in dermatology treatments and best practices.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Registered NMC Nurse

Essential

Desirable

• Post registration dermatology experience

Essential

Essential

• Good IT skills

Employer details

Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dermatoloy, Arndale House

The Mall

Luton

LU1 2LJ

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418-MED1951-JB