About this role
Job summary
Shape the Future of Dermatology Nursing
We are seeking an inspirational and experienced nurse leader to join our Dermatology Service as Lead Nurse. This is an exciting opportunity to influence and develop a forward-thinking service that delivers high-quality, patient-centred dermatology care across a diverse East London population.
We welcome applications from experienced dermatology nurse leaders looking for either a full-time role or a flexible, part-time opportunity. We recognise that exceptional candidates may bring valuable expertise while seeking a different work-life balance, and we are committed to exploring flexible working arrangements for the right individual.
Main duties of the job
The role of Matron is predominantly concerned with ensuring the delivery of high standards of patient centred care ensuring the cost-effective use of resources. It combines clinical expertise, leadership and educational/research skills with managerial and professional responsibilities.
The post holder will have overall accountability for the day to day management of the nursing service across the Whipps Cross Hospital Dermatology Outpatients department. The post holder will be responsible for the smooth and safe running of the whole service including budget control, clinical governance, staff development and training in conjunction with the service manager and clinical lead. The post holder will be expected to provide professional leadership within the clinical area and provide direction and inspirational leadership to all members of the multi-disciplinary team within the area for which they are accountable for. The post holder will be involved in the development of protocols / guidelines and patient information.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Post registration experience in Dermatology Managing own patient case load alongside the supervisory consultant Proven effective budgetary management Experience of change management and service improvement Experience of providing front line customer service
Skills Essential
Ability to manage and develop a team Ability to use a computerised equipment management database system. Excellent organisational, prioritisation and time management skills - to manage own work area and work load. Good written and verbal communication skills including negotiation and persuasion skills. Good customer relations and interpersonal skills. Able to function effectively as part of a large team. Able to provide advice, instruction and training to small groups of staff relating to areas of own responsibility of work. Flexibility and ability to adapt to continuously improving systems of working. Ability to use MS Windows and Office (Excel, Word, Outlook etc.); to manage files and set up documents and spread sheets.
Knowledge Essential
Knowledge and understanding of the risks to patients and staff arising from the use of a range of equipment used in dermatology
Qualifications Essential
Educated to degree level RN, ENB 998, or relevant teaching Qualification Evidence of continued professional Development Leadership Course/Development Programme Post Basic Qualification relevant to area of practice Working at master's degree level or undertaking a masters course
Other Essential
A good level of physical fitness and dexterity sufficient to perform the duties of the post with any aids and adaptations. Ability to work as part of MDT and provide leadership to the team. Ability to communicate effectively to all levels across the department and the CAG The ability to communicate with patients in an empathetic manner regarding their treatment and procedures. Experience of equal opportunity policies and procedures. To identify and take action when own or others undermines equality and diversity
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 Barts Health NHS Trust
Address Whipps Cross University Hospital
London
E11 1NR
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)