Job summary To work as a clinical nurse specialist providing clinical leadership within the dermatology department that includes the phototherapy unit. 1. To see patients with chronic skin conditions to plan, implement and evaluate treatment management plans were appropriate in conjunction with other members of the dermatology team 2. To monitor and systemically review patient's care including the review of pathology samples such as blood, urine results and take appropriate action if required. 3. To provide dermatological training and education for healthcare professionals and members of the public as appropriate 4. To undertake constant service evaluation with the senior management team, including complaints, FFT, compliments, audits, review of GIRFT and BAD recommendations. 5. Network with other systems, organisations to ensure best clinical practice standards and practice of recent evidence-based treatment options. 6. To undertake constant service evaluation through audit.7. Provide clinical expertise in the management of clinical governance alongside senior management and Clinical Director. Main duties of the job Provides specialist dermatology nursing care in a variety of settings, undertaking advanced holistic treatment devising appropriate treatment management plans, and monitoring outcomes of treatment To take the lead in nurse led clinics working alongside other clinical colleagues Systemically assess and manage the patient's condition in line with hospital, national guidelines. To assist in the triaging of referrals along with dermatologist colleagues, recognise which referrals are suitable for the primary care service and which need to be referred to secondary care or other MDT teams using IT systems such as Ederma. To identify and make use of evidence based protocols, using them to set standards of care, facilitate auditing of clinical outcomes. Request or implement relevant investigatory procedures such as pregnancy testing, monitoring and evaluating results and altering modes of treatment accordingly, Where appropriate prescribe for patients using independent or supplementary nurse prescribing or request changes in medication directly from the patient's GP, or consultant. About us Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available. We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences. Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job. Details Date posted 23 May 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 418-NUR0756-CW Job locations Bedford Hospital, South Wing Kempston Road Bedford MK42 9DJ Job description Job responsibilities To be accountable for personal professional practice and delivering own clinical dermatology responsibilities within the trust, working in partnership with colleagues in primary and secondary care To work as an autonomous practitioner holding nurse led clinics without supervision using an analytical and problem solving approach to meet the individual needs of patients and carers To provide professional leadership, expert advice and support for all team members Facilitate the provision of dermatological care from team members and other health care workers in a variety of settings by acting as a role model, e.g. group work, individual case discussion, joint visits To be an expert resource locally, regionally and nationally on issues relating to the nursing care of dermatology patients Continually develop scope of professional practice to meet the changing and diverse needs of service users through webinars, conferences, British Association of dermatology (BAD). To participate in peer review of own and colleagues clinical notes and practice. Continually reflect on prescribing practices ensuring non-medical prescriber requirements are met and attend annual updates ( where applicable) Job description Job responsibilities To be accountable for personal professional practice and delivering own clinical dermatology responsibilities within the trust, working in partnership with colleagues in primary and secondary care To work as an autonomous practitioner holding nurse led clinics without supervision using an analytical and problem solving approach to meet the individual needs of patients and carers To provide professional leadership, expert advice and support for all team members Facilitate the provision of dermatological care from team members and other health care workers in a variety of settings by acting as a role model, e.g. group work, individual case discussion, joint visits To be an expert resource locally, regionally and nationally on issues relating to the nursing care of dermatology patients Continually develop scope of professional practice to meet the changing and diverse needs of service users through webinars, conferences, British Association of dermatology (BAD). To participate in peer review of own and colleagues clinical notes and practice. Continually reflect on prescribing practices ensuring non-medical prescriber requirements are met and attend annual updates ( where applicable) Person Specification Experience Essential Experience in Dermatology in acute setting Ability to work autonomously Ability to participate in audit and interpret the data. Line Management experience Desirable Experience within primary care Qualifications Essential First level registered nurse Degree or MSc or working towards Evidence of professional studies relevant to Dermatology ENB 997/998 or equivalent Maintains a personal professional portfolio Desirable Non-medical independent prescribing Counselling or psychology qualification Completed Systematic assessment / history taking modules Knowledge/ Skills Essential Proven abilities to work in a multidisciplinary team Able to demonstrate ability to prioritise conflicting workload and manage patient caseloads Leadership, accountability and communication skills Ability and willingness to undertake additional clinical skills Accurate presentation skills and attention to detail Desirable Minor operation skills / Proven cryotherapy / phototherapy clinical skills Patch testing Leg ulcer clinic experience Personal Qualities Essential Calm, confident and professional manner Good listening and communication skills Ability to make autonomous decisions Good negotiation skills Caring and empathic Punctual and reliable Person Specification Experience Essential Experience in Dermatology in acute setting Ability to work autonomously Ability to participate in audit and interpret the data. Line Management experience Desirable Experience within primary care Qualifications Essential First level registered nurse Degree or MSc or working towards Evidence of professional studies relevant to Dermatology ENB 997/998 or equivalent Maintains a personal professional portfolio Desirable Non-medical independent prescribing Counselling or psychology qualification Completed Systematic assessment / history taking modules Knowledge/ Skills Essential Proven abilities to work in a multidisciplinary team Able to demonstrate ability to prioritise conflicting workload and manage patient caseloads Leadership, accountability and communication skills Ability and willingness to undertake additional clinical skills Accurate presentation skills and attention to detail Desirable Minor operation skills / Proven cryotherapy / phototherapy clinical skills Patch testing Leg ulcer clinic experience Personal Qualities Essential Calm, confident and professional manner Good listening and communication skills Ability to make autonomous decisions Good negotiation skills Caring and empathic Punctual and reliable 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). Additional information 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 Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Bedford Hospital, South Wing Kempston Road Bedford MK42 9DJ Employer's website https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Bedford Hospital, South Wing Kempston Road Bedford MK42 9DJ Employer's website https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Bedford Hospital, South Wing, Kempston Road, MK42 9DJ Bedford, United Kingdom