The Sirona Dermatology Service leads on best practice patient-centred care in the management of dermatological treatments in the community. The specialist nurses provide support and advice for community nurses, practice nurses, nurses within care homes, and patients managing any type of wound. The team works alongside a wider Skin Integrity Services (SIS) team within Sirona care & health with the aim of providing integrated skin services across the specialties of wound care, lymphoedema, and dermatology.
The Dermatology Service currently runs Monday to Friday 0800-1700.
The Dermatology Service main hub is in Knowle and holds clinics in Portishead, South Bristol, North Bristol, and South Gloucestershire. The post holder will work across the Sirona geographical area.
Main duties of the jobThe post holder will provide assessment, treatment planning, and advice for patients referred to the Dermatology Service, with the support and guidance of the specialist nurses within the team. They will work in various community settings, including patients' homes, clinics, GP practices, nursing, and residential homes to support the delivery of excellent dermatology care across the Sirona care and health population.
The post holder should have a passion for dermatology; you will be mentored by specialist nurses to develop your knowledge and skills in all aspects of dermatological care. Once competent and confident, you will be carrying out assessments in different settings, including home visits, joint visits (both in patients' homes and GP surgeries), and clinics for non-housebound patients. Assessments will include DLQI, PASI, and a full skin assessment.
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Job responsibilitiesPlease see the attached Job Description for a full list of duties and responsibilities before applying for this position. Sirona care & health currently recruits overseas nursing and therapy staff through an NHS Trust Supplier and we adhere to the NHSE Code of Practice in relation to applicants from Red List countries. We are therefore unable to accept any direct applications to this advert from candidates who are not already based in the UK. Person SpecificationExperienceExperience in prioritising own workload and time managementExperience of team working and working without direct supervisionCommunication skills to ensure effective treatment and continuity of careWorking under the direction of a specialist (e.g. senior clinical nurse/medical consultant)Evidence-based knowledge of the management of patients with dermatological conditions focusing on eczema and psoriasisComputer skills to record care electronically using the Sirona care and health information technology systemsCommunity nursing experienceAble to access and use relevant evidence-based guidelines to inform practiceMentorship skills for supporting student nurses by being a named mentorExperience and knowledge regarding topical treatments and bandaging used in dermatologyQualificationsNMC Registered Nurse (Level 1)Evidence of continuous professional developmentENB 998 or FLAP - teaching and assessing in clinical practiceWillingness to undertake training required for the roleDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Clinical & Operational Lead Skin Integrity Service
£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum, pro rata
ContractPermanent
Working patternReference number083-6751196-LW
Job locationsWilliam Budd
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