Clinical Nurse Specialist Dermatology (Internal Only)

Royal Devon; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Car lease schemes

Nursery salary sacrifice

Cycle to work

Job summary

Royal Devon’s Dermatology department at Heavitree Hospital is seeking a Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist for a fixed-term contract. You will review patients in clinic who are on systemic medications, Biologics and topicals, and receive training in Phototherapy and Photodynamic therapy. 37.5 hours per week, 07:30–17:30, internal vacancy for Royal Devon staff.

The role offers a supportive team environment and opportunities to enhance dermatology knowledge within a multidisciplinary setting.

Qualifications

• Experience of reviewing patients face to face in a clinic setting would be beneficial.
• Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist role in Dermatology requires demonstration of dermatology knowledge.
• Fixed term contract ending 01/10/2027; internal only vacancy.

Responsibilities

• Review patients in clinic settings taking systemic medications, Biologic therapies and topical therapies.
• Gain skills in delivery of Phototherapy and Photodynamic Therapy.
• Support multidisciplinary team in dermatology care at Heavitree Hospital.

Job description

Vacancies Clinical Nurse Specialist Dermatology (Internal Only)

Role Summary

The role will involve supporting the wider multidisciplinary team in the delivery of care to patients with dermatological diseases. The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing patients in a clinic setting, that are taking systemic medication, Biologic therapies and topical therapies. The successful candidate will also be trained in the delivery of Phototherapy and Photodynamic therapy.

About the Role

More detail about the role

The Dermatology department (Heavitree Hospital) provides a wide variety of out patient and day care services Including, clinics, skin surgery and phototherapy.

An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist to join the team. This is a fixed term contract.

The Clinical Nurse specialists work mainly within the medical side of Dermatology. Experience of reviewing patients face to face in a clinic setting would be beneficial. The successful applicant will become part of a friendly supportive team an have the chance to gain Dermatology knowledge and skills.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours, 07:30 - 17:30

Interview Date:To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact:Heather Bolt, Clinical Nurse Manageron 01392 405517 or [e-mail]

This is an internal vacancy for Royal Devon employees. This is a fixed term contract until 01/10/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation TrustandNorthern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.

Clinical Nurse Specialist Dermatology (Internal Only)

• Salary Band 6: £39,959 - £48,117 per annum pro rata
• Frequency Annual
• Vacancy Reference 185-122514-14699
• Contract Type Fixed Term
• Closing Date 19 November, 2026
• Job Category Nursing
• Staff Group Nursing & Midwifery Registered
• Location Heavitree Hospital, Gladstone Road, Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom