Clinical Specialist Nurse - Dermatology

NHS; Frimley; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Clinical Specialist Nurse in Dermatology for a part-time role. This position involves managing specialized dermatology clinics, delivering high-quality care, and performing essential administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have extensive dermatology experience and strong clinical skills. Join a dedicated team committed to patient-centered care and enjoy a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven dermatology experience required.
• Experience managing patients with dermatological conditions.

Responsibilities

• Administer phototherapy treatments and monitor patient responses.
• Perform patch testing and ensure patient education.
• Provide support via dermatology helpline.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Registered General Nurse

Specialist Practitioner in Dermatology

Job description

Position: Clinical Specialist Nurse - DermatologyType: Part-time (30 hours/week), Fixed-term (12-month maternity cover)

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Dermatology Nurse to join our dedicated team in a 12-month maternity cover role. This is a part-time position (30 hours per week), offering an exciting opportunity for a nurse who is passionate about delivering high-quality, specialist care to patients with a variety of skin conditions.

In this role, you will be responsible for independently managing and delivering specialised dermatology clinics, including phototherapy, patch testing, systemic drug monitoring, and responding to patient inquiries via the dermatology helpline. The post also includes essential administrative responsibilities to support the effective operation of the department.

We are looking for a candidate with proven dermatology experience, strong clinical skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, patient-centred environment.

Main duties of the job

• Phototherapy Clinic: Administer phototherapy treatments (narrowband UVB, PUVA) to patients with conditions such as psoriasis and eczema, while monitoring their response and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
• Patch Testing Clinic: Perform patch testing application and removal ensuring appropriate follow-up and patient education.
• Systemic Drug Monitoring Clinic: Monitor patients on systemic treatments (e.g. biologics, immunosuppressants), coordinating regular blood tests and tracking medication side effects.
• Dermatology Helpline: Provide support and advice to patients via phone, addressing medication concerns, treatment plans, and follow-up queries.
• Administrative Duties: Schedule patient appointments, maintain accurate records, and assist with departmental audits and reporting as needed.

About us

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.

Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.

We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.

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Job responsibilities

For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Registered with the NMC as a Specialist practitioner in Dermatology

Experience

• Relevant clinical experience within dermatology
• Experience in managing patients with dermatological conditions
• Broad dermatology knowledge and experience of working in a similar setting
• Experience of delivering education programmes

Skills & Knowledge

• High level of interpersonal skills and management skills
• Demonstrates up to date knowledge and expertise in general nursing
• Leadership and decision-making skills
• Demonstrates skilled written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to empathise with specific patients with dermatological conditions
• Competent in basic and advanced computer skills

Special Requirements

• Working hours are office hours, require flexibility and willingness to travel to another site is required

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.

£39,205 to £47,084 a yearper annum incl HCAS (pro-rata)