Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist - Paediatric Dermatology
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Dermatology team at the RFH as Paediatric Dermatology CNS. We are looking for a nurse who has experience of working with children with dermatological presentations, ideally having worked as a clinical nurse specialist, although induction, training and support will be provided according to their level of experience.
The successful candidate will join a well established, experienced, and friendly Dermatology Team. They are expected to work autonomously, will be well supported and supervised within their role, and will have the opportunity to develop management and service improvement skills.
Main duties of the job
To conduct holistic assessment including physical examination, observation and ordering, conducting and interpreting relevant tests and investigations to devise care plans that promote the activities of daily living for children and young people within the service.
To deliver nurse led clinics, assessing and promoting the health of individuals.
To work in collaboration with the multi professional team, contributing expert, evidence based knowledge and skills to relevant aspects of the patient's care and treatment.
To plan and conduct appropriate follow up, closure or transition of care for the patient.
To develop and provide patient education and information that is appropriate and responsive to individual needs and level of development.
Key working relationships
- Outpatient managers and staff
- Divisional/Directorate Nurses, Midwives, Matrons, Ward team
- Members of the multidisciplinary team e.g. Allied health professionals, medical staff, health advisors
- External organisations and healthcare groups
- Relevant internal healthcare groups
Person Specification Education and professional qualifications
- Registered Nurse RNA with children's experience of RN Child,
- Evidence of ongoing professional and clinical supervision development,
- Experience of delivering patient advocacy
- Recognised teaching or mentorship qualification
- Post registration qualification relevant to specialty or equivalent experience
- Master's Degree or working towards one
Experience
- Substantial post registration experience in Dermatology and Paediatric Dermatology
- Extensive experience of working autonomously at an advanced level within the specialty
- Proven evidence of improving patient experience
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working and coordinating patient care across services
- Evidence of teaching junior members of staff
- Proven evidence of management / leadership skills and autonomous practice
- Previous experience of research and audit
Skills and Aptitudes
- Expert specialist skills for the post
- Knowledge of current advances and pathways of care relevant to specialty
- Ability to problem solve, prioritise and work to deadlines
- Ability to lead, manage and motivate others in complex problem solving and assessment skills
- Ability to manage stressful situations and challenge decisions to ensure that patient needs are met
- Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with multi professional teams
- Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence
- Skilled in use of computer/keyboard
- Ability to motivate staff and improve individuals and team performance
- Demonstrates evidence of knowledge and ability to undertake change management
Personal Qualities and Attributes
- Be a positive role model with the ability to demonstrate credible and professional approach
- Evidence of proven, ongoing professional development
- Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues
- Diplomatic and calm with a flexible and approachable attitude
- Ability to work under pressure
Royal Free World Class Values
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
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.
£58,133 to £65,261 a year, per annum inclusive of HCAS - pro rata