Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, and motivated  Band 5 nurse to join our friendly team in the Dermatology Department of Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust.

Job Role

The post holder will be required to deliver high quality care, acting as a role model and provide clinical nurse advice, education and treatment within the speciality resulting in an improved standard of care provided for patients with dermatology conditions and skin cancers.

Clinical Practice

All clinical areas at present operate Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm with some clinics slightly deviating from these times.

We run a very successful Day Unit  Monday to Friday from 8am - 4pm  where intensive topical treatment and education is given to patients enabling their independence and preventing hospital admissions.

Our dermatology department provides various services including MOHS surgery, minor surgical procedures, nurse treatment clinics, phototherapy and PDT treatment, drug monitoring clinics, patch and allergy testing, and Iontophoresis

We have two  outreach nurses  that ensure patients admitted as in patients within the Trust get the best possible dermatological care.

Dermatology knowledge, IV therapy and cannulation skills would  be an advantage but not essential and training with full support  and competencies can be gained  in each area. 

Main duties of the job

The Dermatology Team for Bucks NHS Healthcare comprise of consultants, specialist doctors, specialist dermatology surgeons, dermatology surgical nurses  and specialist nurses. We also have two Macmillan nurses who are on site weekly to  provide support for dermatology patients.

The department provides various specialist services including Mohs surgery, minor surgery, phototherapy, general dermatology, outreach service, day unit for admission avoidance, patch testing, paediatric allergy, leg ulcer clinic, acne clinic, and drug monitoring clinics.

The dermatology team work together to provide the best quality of care and support for patients and and support for each other.

A monthly Clinical Governance and SDU meeting is held and staff are encouraged to attend.

• To carry out assigned tasks within the department assisting in the management  and flow of patients in  the  department.
• Assist and chaperone in surgical clinics, patient procedures and assessments  to ensure safe and efficient running of service
• Work under guidance of the surgical team supporting and ensuring the service demands are met, assisting with the treatment and management of patients
• Take an active role in the day to day running of the department including ordering and monitoring of stock and supplies

Working for our organisation

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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
•    As part of our BHT family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
•    We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes.  
•    We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
•    We’re committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
•    As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
•    Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

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What do we stand for?
•    Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
•    Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
•    Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.