Description
We are currently seeking experienced Dermatology Outpatient Nurses to support weekend insourcing clinics across Dorset, 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.
Requirements
- Be currently working within an NHS dermatology service, providing supervision and leadership.
- Have recent, hands-on experience supporting patients within dermatology outpatient clinics.
- Have been actively undertaking this work for at least 6 months within the past 12 months.
- A Registered Nurse (RN) qualification.
- Current NMC registration with no restrictions to practise.
- Proven experience working within an NHS dermatology outpatient setting.
- Proven experience working within an NHS dermatology surgical setting.
- Excellent patient assessment, communication and organisational skills.
About us
18 Week Support Limited is a leading NHS insourcing provider, working in partnership with NHS Trusts across the UK to increase clinical capacity, reduce waiting times and improve patient access to care.
Benefits
- Competitive rates
- Flexible working
Contract details
- Locum
- 12 weeks
- Saturday and Sunday working
- 08:00-18:00