Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic andself-motivated Registered Nurse to join our Dermatology Systemic and BiologicClinical Nurse Specialist Team.
This isa new role evolved due to the growing demand and increasing case load ofDermatology patients who are prescribed and monitored immune suppressiontherapy through the Dermatology Service Main duties of the job Thepost holder will work in a clinical role alongside the current DermatologyClinical Nurse Specialist team, providing efficient clinical and non-clinicalsupport The post holder will participate in Nurse Led Clinicsfollowing agreed templates and protocols.The post holder will support and lead the Nurse Led Isotretinoin clinicobserving latest government guidelines for practitioners who prescribeIsotretinoin.
In addition to leading the Isotretinoin service you will supportand deputise the current Band 7.
Duties will include assisting with thee-roster ensuring fairness, safety and efficacy within the CNS Nursing Budget.
About us LeedsMedical Dermatology is a tertiary centre offer advice and guidance to otherDermatology Centres.
Excellence is demonstrated with a wide mix of skillsincluding Phototherapy, Patch Testing, Skin cancer, Minor Surgery, Leg Ulcerclinics and wound care Medical Dermatology and Laser treatments.
TheBand 7 vacancy sits within the medical dermatology service providing systemicand Biologic therapies for patients with Chronic auto immune inflammatory skindisease Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our processof redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles.
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Job description Job responsibilities Thepost holder will work in a clinical role alongside the current DermatologyClinical Nurse Specialist team, providing efficient clinical and non-clinicalsupport Priorexperience, Knowledge and skills in medical dermatology are essential.
Thesuccessful candidate will be in possession of the non-medical prescriberqualification with competency demonstrated in the speciality of Dermatology.
Thepost holder will participate in Nurse Led Clinics following agreed templatesand protocols.
The post holder willsupport and lead the Nurse Led Isotretinoin clinic observing latest governmentguidelines for practitioners who prescribe Isotretinoin.
In addition to leadingthe Isotretinoin service you will support and deputise the current Band 7.Duties will include assisting with the e-roster ensuring fairness, safety andefficacy within the CNS Nursing Budget.Thesuccessful applicant will be required to demonstrate excellent communicationskills in order to provide advice, support and information throughout thepatients care pathway.
You will possess excellent leadership skills, and willbe capable of supporting junior team members as well as being able to workindependently using your own initiative.
Person Specification Skills and Behaviours Essential communication with other healthcare professionals and carers communication with patients and their families Desirable skills within the technique of motivational interviewing would be desirable Experience Essential Significant experience within speciality working within an outpatient setting Desirable experience of leading a team of nurses Other Criteria Essential skin assessments Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Level 1 post registration study Desirable non-medical prescriber Qualification