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Staff Nurse - Dermatology

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University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

14d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need experience in dermatology and skin cancer treatment, ability to work in surgical and medical settings, and a desire to develop skills. Training and theatre experience are a plus.
  • You will provide specialized care for dermatology and skin cancer patients, perform treatments, assist with surgeries, conduct therapies, and support ongoing patient education and care in a collaborative team.

Requirements

  • - Band 5 position within the Dermatology Department at UCLH
  • - Experience in dermatological disease and skin cancer treatments
  • - Ability to work in a surgical and medical dermatology environment
  • - Desire to develop advanced skills and knowledge
  • - The phototherapy course and theatre experience are desirable but not essential
  • - Willingness to undergo specific training and supervision until competent

Responsibilities

  • - Provide specialised treatment for adults.
  • - Provide a wide range of treatments and care for patients with dermatological disease and skin cancer.
  • - Cover a wide range of surgical treatments, such as MOH’s, Plastic surgery, & complex surgery.
  • - Support patients through diagnosis, results & ongoing care with the Skin Cancer CNS.
  • - Deliver specialist treatments to patients via nurse led services.
  • - Conduct nurse led monitoring, nurse led Photodynamic therapy, Phototherapy, pre assessment clinics, & Dressings.
  • - Develop further nurse led services.
  • - Work within a friendly and supportive team to develop a range of advanced skills and knowledge by rotating between surgical and medical dermatology.
  • - Support specific training and supervision until competent.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Staff Nurse - Dermatology.

What type of patients does the Dermatology Department at UCLH treat?

The Dermatology Department provides specialised treatment for adults with dermatological diseases and skin cancer.

What types of surgical treatments are offered in the Dermatology Department?

The department offers a wide range of surgical treatments, including MOH’s, plastic surgery, and complex surgery.

Are there opportunities for nurse-led services in this position?

Yes, there are nurse-led services such as nurse-led monitoring, Photodynamic therapy, phototherapy, pre-assessment clinics, and dressing services.

Is prior experience in phototherapy or theatre necessary for this position?

While phototherapy course and theatre experience are desirable, they are not essential as specific training and supervision will be provided until competency is achieved.

What sort of support and training can the successful candidate expect?

The successful candidate will receive support and specific training to develop advanced skills and knowledge by rotating between surgical and medical dermatology.

Who can I contact for further details or to arrange an informal visit?

You can contact Gillian Houli, Lead CNS, at g.houli@nhs.net or call 07967766902 for further details or to arrange an informal visit.

What is the commitment of UCLH towards patient care and staff wellbeing?

UCLH is dedicated to delivering top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research, fostering a 'One Team' ethos with core values of safety, kindness, teamwork, and improvement.

In which locations does UCLH provide services?

UCLH provides services across eight sites, including University College Hospital and several specialist hospitals for different medical needs.

What ranking has UCLH achieved among NHS Acute Trusts?

UCLH was voted as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England by its staff.

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

UCLH provides first-class acute and specialist services in six hospitals in central London.

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University College London Hospitals (UCLH) NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and most renowned healthcare providers. The Trust delivers high-quality patient care across a range of specialties, including cancer, neurology, women’s health, and emergency services. UCLH is committed to clinical excellence, research, and education, aiming to improve health outcomes through innovative treatments and world-class facilities. Their mission is to provide exceptional care and to advance medical knowledge for the benefit of patients and the wider community.