Dermatology Nurse

Sirona Care & Health, Hallen, South Gloucestershire

Dermatology Nurse

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Sirona Care & Health, Hallen, South Gloucestershire

  • Part time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 29 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: c1cea2cea5fd42fbb162cbdb4ceec734

Full Job Description

The Sirona Dermatology Service lead on best practice patient centred care in the management of Dermatological treatments in the community. The specialist nurses provide support and advice for community nurses, practice nurses, nurses within care homes and patients managing any type of wound. The team works alongside a wider Skin Integrity Services (SIS) team within Sirona care & health with the aim of providing integrated skin services across the specialities of wound care, lymphoedema and dermatology.

The Dermatology Service currently runs Monday to Friday 0800-1700.

The Dermatology Service main hub is in Knowle, and holds clinics in Portishead, South Bristol, North Bristol and South Gloucestershire and the post holder will work across the Sirona geographical area.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide assessment, treatment planning and advice for patients who have been referred into the Dermatology Service, with the support and guidance of the specialist nurses within the team. They will be working in a variety of community settings including patients' homes, clinics, GP practices, nursing and residential homes to support the delivery of excellent dermatology care across the Sirona care and health population.

The post holder should have a passion for dermatology, you will be mentored by specialist nurses to develop your knowledge and skills in all aspects of dermatological care. Once competent and confident you will be carrying out assessments in different settings, including home visits, joint visits (both in patients' homes and GP surgeries), and clinics for non-housebound patients. Assessments will include DLQI, PASI and a full skin assessment.

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. It's time to turn your dream into reality!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 we offer.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 as an attachment on this vacancy.