About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic and experienced Dermatology Specialist Nurse with an interest and understanding of biological therapies, skin cancer and skin surgery.
The post holder will be a designated specialty nurse for Dermatology within the Hospital and will provide specialist advise to healthcare professionals, patients, relatives and carer's for both inpatients and outpatients. Within the scope of professional practice, extend clinical skills and knowledge to change the emphasis where appropriate of delivery of care and treatment in the patient's interests and clinical advancements.
The successful candidate will work in a friendly, close knit multidisciplinary team of 5 consultant dermatologists, lead clinical nurse specialists, x2 clinical nurse specialists, x2 Dermatology staff nurses, x3 Dermatology healthcare assistants.
Main duties of the job
The successful individual will be part of a developing Nursing Team, consisting of a Senior Clinical Nurse Specialist, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Staff Nurses and Healthcare Assistants.The post holder will:
Provide high quality care to patients that require systemic and biological therapy monitoring for psoriasis, eczema and acne. The individual will have their own monitoring clinics, assessing the patients condition and holistic needs.Perform phototherapy treatments to patients with skin conditionsPerform skin surgery and support for patients diagnosed with skin cancerSupport junior members of the teamManagerial duties
The successful applicant will have responsibility for their own case load with support from the Consultants and Senior Nurse Specialists. They will ensure high standards of nursing care development and quality improvement.
The post is full time 37.5 hours per week over Monday-Friday, and may involve some cross site working.
Closing date of applications: 24 September 2026
Interview date: 8 October 2026
About us
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together.
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
In return we will offer:
Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond. Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes Key Facts:
We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day. We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week. An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country. Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily. Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres. We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres. We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day. UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.
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Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers
Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK
Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience working within Dermatology
Desirable
Clinical expertise in Dermatology procedures i.e phototherapy, minor surgery (i.e. performing of) Experience within Biological therapy monitoring
Qualifications Essential
RGN Level 1 Has First level degree, BSc Qualification or will be working towards attaining this.
Desirable
Non-medical prescribing qualification. Phototherapy course or willingness to undertake
Skills Essential
Effective interpersonal skills/liaison skills Must demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm for the senior post.
Other Essential
Flexible approach to work to meet the needs of the department
Disclosure and Barring Service Check 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Address UHDB - cross site
Belvedere Road
Burton Upon Trent
DE13 0RB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)