Clinical Nurse Specialist - Dermatology - Conquest Hospital | East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

ESHT; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a dynamic Dermatology Clinical Nurse Specialist to manage patient caseloads autonomously and mentor team members. In this role, you will have opportunities to advance your skills and contribute to education. A prescribing qualification is desirable but not required. Join our supportive team and enjoy various benefits including NHS pension scheme, onsite nursery, and psychological support.

Benefits

NHS pension scheme

Onsite nursery

Staff development opportunities

Free psychological support

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• A prescribing qualification would be desirable, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient caseloads autonomously as a specialist clinical nurse.
• Demonstrate leadership qualities and act as a professional role model for team members.
• Develop educational sessions as a mentor and provide assistance.

Job description

Overview

Are you a dynamic, forward thinking and self-motivated Dermatology Clinical Nurse Specialist? Join our supportive and inclusive team at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, to enhance your knowledge and skills under the guidance and support of a team comprising Consultant Dermatologists, Dermatology Nurse Specialists, Skin Cancer Nurse Specialists, Associate Practitioners, Administrative Staff and other healthcare professionals.

As a specialist clinical nurse, you will have the opportunity to work autonomously in managing patient caseloads. You will embrace change and innovation and be dedicated to advancing practice through education and leadership. You will demonstrate outstanding leadership qualities and be a professional role model for the team. As a mentor, you will develop educational sessions and provide assistance to peers and individuals advancing within the service.

A prescribing qualification would be desirable, but not essential. We are committed to providing you with the best training opportunities possible.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient caseloads autonomously as a specialist clinical nurse.
• Demonstrate leadership qualities and act as a professional role model for team members.
• Develop educational sessions as a mentor and provide assistance to peers and individuals advancing within the service.

Qualifications

• A prescribing qualification would be desirable, but not essential.

Benefits and Support

• A wide range of staff benefits including staff development, NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries, staff restaurants and accommodation.
• Access to an internal Occupational Health department and free psychological support through the confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
• Onsite parking available from £50 a year.

Notes

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust. Please refer to the job description attached and submit your application today. If you have questions about this position, please contact us.

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Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.

This advert closes on Monday 13 Oct 2025.