Description
We are currently seeking experienced Dermatology Outpatient Nurses to support weekend insourcing clinics across Oxfordshire, helping NHS Trusts deliver waiting list initiatives and improve patient access to dermatology services.
This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced consultants and clinical teams within busy outpatient settings, providing high-quality, patient-centred care throughout the patient journey.
Successful candidates will contribute to the smooth and efficient running of outpatient clinics and treatment rooms, supporting clinicians in delivering safe and effective care.
Main duties of the job
- Preparing and setting up clinics, treatment rooms, equipment, instruments and procedure trolleys
- Supporting outpatient clinic preparation and ensuring all necessary equipment is available
- Conducting patient observations and assessments where appropriate
- Assisting consultants and clinicians during patient consultations and procedures
- Supporting the safe and efficient delivery of patient care
- Providing patient education and treatment advice where appropriate
- Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Ensuring clinics run safely and efficiently in line with clinical standards and patient safety requirements
Person Specification
- Experience:
- Currently working within an NHS dermatology service, providing supervision and leadership
- Recent, hands-on experience supporting patients within dermatology outpatient clinics
- Actively undertaking this work for at least 6 months within the past 12 months
- Proven experience working within an NHS dermatology outpatient setting
- Proven experience working within an NHS dermatology surgical setting
- Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse (RN) qualification
- Current NMC registration with no restrictions to practise
Additional Information
- This 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.
- Applicants must have current UK professional registration.