The Somerset Dermatology Service is looking for two Band 6/7 (Dependent on Experience in Dermatology) for our newly expanding service for the children of Somerset. You will either be based on the East or West side of the county and will be willing to travel.

Main duties of the job

The post holder is required to lead in running and developing a specialist nurse service in line with Dermatology and associated best practice. They will support providing a Dermatology service for children, young people, their families and carers primarily within Somerset Foundation NHS Trust geographical catchment areas as part of a wider multidisciplinary team. The individual will use specialist knowledge and expertise in making decisions regarding the most effective and appropriate care of children with Dermatological conditions such as Eczema etc. both autonomously and in collaboration with medical staff. They will provide effective clinical care and leadership on a daily basis for this defined case load of children, to reduce the likelihood of the child needing to be admitted to hospital. The individual will work within the system of a multidisciplinary approach to patient centred care delivery, which builds on the philosophy of greater involvement of patients and their relatives or carers by using the Trust Patient and public involvement strategy. The individual will liaise with other professionals to ensure that planned care is coordinated, effective and efficient. Promote the wider national aims of public health education.

About us

As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will to experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RSCN/RN(child)Teaching/mentorship qualificationRegular child protection training at least Level 2

Experience

Essential

• Up to date understanding of health issues in relation to children.

Desirable

• Government publications in relation to community work.

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

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