About this role
Job summary We are currently seeking a Dermatology Specialist Nurse to support the delivery of our community dermatology services across Loughborough. This position offers an excellent opportunity to join our team and contribute to our continued growth and service development, with flexibility aligned to clinicians availability.
At CHEC, we care deeply about our people and the future of healthcare. We are committed to innovation and the delivery of high-quality patient care, and we are looking for clinicians who share our values and wish to play an active role in shaping the future of health services.
About CHEC CHEC is an established group of hospitals and community clinics operating across the UK. Our bespoke, state of the art surgical centres are widely recognised for delivering high-quality, end to end patient care through strong NHS partnerships.
We uphold five core values throughout the employee and patient journey to ensure a positive experience for everyone: Caring, Passionate, Togetherness, Listening, and Focus. All colleagues at CHEC are expected to demonstrate these values in their daily work.
Main duties of the job CHEC is looking to recruit an experienced Dermatology Specialist Nurse to join our team and support the continued growth of our community dermatology services. The successful candidate will be able to work independently and manage a wide range of dermatological conditions, including acne, psoriasis, and eczema, that would otherwise be referred to secondary care.
The role involves clinical triage of referrals, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing monitoring of patients within community clinic settings. You will also support the day-to-day operations of outpatient services across multiple sites, ensuring a safe, efficient, and patient-centred environment.
Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality care, supporting patient education, and contributing to the smooth running of the service.
Our community dermatology service provides patients with rapid access to specialist opinion and high-quality care within convenient community clinic settings.
About us Since 2012, CHEC has been working with the NHS to increase patient choice and provide better access to exceptional, timely, locally-based ophthalmology and gastroenterology care free at the point of care. CHEC has a nationwide portfolio of community hospitals and clinics operating in a unique hub-and-spoke model. We are proud to have a role alongside colleagues in the NHS, offering patients the choice of access to essential procedures and help achieve the best possible clinical outcomes. We continue to expand our community-based offering of vital healthcare to patients across England, including ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) and Dermatology services. CHEC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment, this includes being aware of and adhering to all CHEC Safeguarding policies. Recruitment checks are undertaken in accordance with the NHS Employment Check Standards and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Job description Job responsibilities We welcome applications from:
Dermatology Specialist Nurses Advanced Nurse Practitioners with dermatology experience Nurses with a recognised qualification in Dermatology
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Essential requirements: Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration Recognised qualification or diploma in Dermatology (or equivalent experience) Demonstrable experience working in dermatology services Ability to independently manage a clinical caseload Experience in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of dermatological conditions Competence in patient education and chronic disease management Personal indemnity fully covering all patient care delivered under this agreement Evidence and date of most recent appraisal Commitment to continuous professional development Strong understanding of patient-centred care and clinical governance
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 CHEC
Address Unit B&C Ewen Henderson Court, 40 Goodwood Road
Leicester
LE1 2BU
Employer's website https://www.communityhealthservices.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)