Staff Nurse

1. Clinical and Professional

1.1 Strive to always maintaining the highest standard of patient care by using the nursing process to assess patient' individual needs, plan care within the overall framework of nursing, implementation and evaluate nursing care and act on the outcomes without requiring supervision.

1.2 Supporting daily clinical functions e.g. (clinic setup/preparation, stock check, daily safety checks) in addition to developing their skills and knowledge in specialised areas such as (patch testing, phototherapy treatments and Iontophoresis) in line with the British Dermatology Nursing Groups band 5 competency framework

1.3 Is expected to support minor surgery procedures according to the service needs and as per allocation.

1.4 Is expected to undertake wound assessment post operative wound care and suture removal.

1.5 Is expected to achieve required Dermatology competencies within a specified time frame to be able to work unsupervised in accordance with Trust policies and guidelines

1.6 Expected to work in accordance with infection prevention and control policies and guidelines to minimise the risk of hospital acquired infections

1.7 Develop professional partnerships with multidisciplinary teams and other stakeholders to deliver high quality holistic patient care.

The post holder must have a genuine interest in dermatology clinical nurse and is committed to developing their skills and knowledge in this area.

The ideal candidate should have an understanding of outpatient clinical functions, with the ability to work effectively in demanding role and must be willing to undertake the necessary training required to develop their skills and knowledge to meet the needs of the designated patient population.

Be able to organise own time and that of junior staff, delegating to junior staff and learners, participating in teaching and education programmes for staff patients and carers.

Have sound decision making and problem-solving skills, ability to takecharge of the department in the absence of managers.

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.

Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.

If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.

At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.