Dermatology Specialist Nurse

Are you a dynamic, forward-thinking, and self-motivated Dermatology Nurse who wants to come and join our friendly supportive Community Dermatology Team? This is an exciting opportunity to be in a leading role delivering high quality care and providing support to community dermatology patients and their families and helping to develop- and expand our service. The community dermatology team offer a variety of clinics so patients from birth upwards can choose where they would like to be seen. The team consists of GPs with extended roles as well as a team of Nurse Specialists who run clinics for patients with diagnosed skin conditions. We plan care, treatment regimes an provide emotional support as well as supporting self care strategies. current working hours of the service are Monday to Friday 0800-1700 and we see patients from birth upwards.

• To work independently and with the BNSSG Dermatology Team across the organisation and in partnership with secondary care
• To provide specialist dermatology nursing care in a variety of settings by undertaking holistic assessment and following guidelines and protocols
• To deliver nursing management of dermatological conditions in a range of settings, working in partnership with other health care providers at times
• To contribute to setting standards of care and auditing clinical outcomes and service provision across the organisation.
• Where appropriate prescribe for patients using independent or supplementary nurse prescribing or request changes in medication directly from the patients GP or Consultant.
• To make referrals to other health care professionals or agencies where appropriate. Maintaining effective communication and feedback to the original referrer.
• To ensure effective delivery of service and adhere to all policies of the organisation by prioritising, organising and delegating appropriately, responsibilities and workloads. Ever dreamt about a career that sparks excitement and fosters your professional growth? Picture yourself waking up eager to make a real difference in our community, surrounded by teams who value your unique ideas. We are Sirona care & health – England's largest provider of Adult's and Children's Community Services and we'd love for you to join us in Bristol, North Somerset or South Gloucestershire. Agenda for Change Salary, full NHS benefits, 27+ days' annual leave, and participation in the NHS Pension Scheme – just a glimpse of the benefits you'll receive. We welcome and encourage all applicants. We are committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities we support and are proactively seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce. We know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare, looking for a fresh challenge within the NHS, or contemplating a career change, don't be daunted by the prospect of something different – we create development opportunities for all our colleagues and apprentices. Interested? View our benefits leaflet which you can find attached to this vacancy. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Val Anderson Job title: Advanced Practitioner Email address: valerie.anderson9@nhs.net Telephone number: 07976797841