Dermatology Nurse in Charge – Darlinghurst

the original; Sydney; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Staff recognition

Annual skin check

EAP access

Supportive culture

Learning & development

Leading dermatologists

Job summary

The Skin Hospital in Darlinghurst, Sydney, is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our team. You will lead safe patient care, prepare clinics, and participate in ongoing development activities within a supportive not-for-profit environment.

Requirements include a minimum of 3 years nursing experience, peri-operative/cosmetic dermatology exposure, and AHPRA registration. We offer salary packaging, staff recognition, and opportunities for learning with leading dermatologists.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years general nursing experience.
• Experience in peri-operative and/or cosmetic dermatology.
• Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
• Interest in dermatology.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Registered Nurse in charge, providing clinical leadership and support to care workers and other team members.
• Assess residents’ health and clinical needs and respond appropriately to deterioration, incidents and medical emergencies.
• Provide and oversee complex nursing care, including wound care, medication management and pain management.
• Develop, review and implement individualized care plans with residents, families and the broader healthcare team.
• Administer medications and treatments safely and according to prescribed instructions.
• Monitor residents’ health status and document observations; escalate concerns when needed.
• Coordinate with GPs, allied health professionals, hospitals and families to support continuity of care.
• Provide clinical direction to care workers and assist with changes in residents’ condition.
• Respond calmly to emergencies and make appropriate clinical decisions within scope of practice.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation.
• Support residents and families to understand care options and changes in health needs.
• Contribute to a culture of safety, dignity, respect and continuous improvement.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Dermatology interest

AHPRA registration

Education

AHPRA Registered Nurse

Job description

The Skin Hospital in Darlinghurst, Sydney, is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our team. You will lead safe patient care, prepare clinics, and participate in ongoing development activities within a supportive not-for-profit environment.

Requirements include a minimum of 3 years nursing experience, peri-operative/cosmetic dermatology exposure, and AHPRA registration. We offer salary packaging, staff recognition, and opportunities for learning with leading dermatologists.