Deputy Sister Dermatology

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK healthcare provider in Nottingham is seeking a Deputy Sister, Band 6, with at least 2 years of post-graduate experience. The role involves providing high standards of nursing care in dermatology, supporting nursing staff development, and ensuring compliance with clinical guidelines. Interested candidates with strong leadership skills are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of post-graduate nursing experience.
• Capable of evaluating evidence-based practices.
• Experience in conducting performance reviews.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for dermatology patients.
• Develop a skilled nursing workforce.
• Ensure high standards of care are maintained.
• Conduct risk assessments.
• Plan staffing levels and schedules.

Skills

Nursing care

Leadership and management

Team collaboration

Clinical assessments

Education

Band 6 nurse

Job description

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity within the Specialty for a Deputy Sister, Band 6 with 2 years post graduate experience. We offer a supportive teamwork structure and an opportunity to further your leadership and management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide the highest standards of nursing care for patients in dermatology, including light therapy, photodynamic therapy and specialist clinics.
• Work closely with all members of the nursing team, including the Matron, other Deputy Sisters and the multidisciplinary team, contributing to the development of a highly skilled workforce.
• Act as a role model and teacher during regular clinical sessions, ensuring standards of care are maintained and patient experience meets expectations.
• Support the Matron in seeking and evaluating evidence-based practice and continual improvement of dermatology care.
• Improve and maintain standards of essential nursing care by using clinical benchmarking, audit and professional guidelines.
• Identify common issues affecting the quality of care, devise clear action plans, and ensure agreed actions are undertaken.
• Plan appropriate staffing levels and skills, schedule staff daily, deploy staff appropriately, and liaise with other departments.
• Conduct annual performance reviews, facilitate team members' objectives and personal development plans.
• Facilitate return-to-work sickness/absence reviews in conjunction with the Matron/Deputy Sister.
• Identify hazards relating to clinical and non-clinical risks, conduct risk assessments, and promote a culture of governance.

Qualifications

• Band 6 nurse with at least 2 years of post graduate experience.

Compensation

Salary will be quoted on a pro rata basis for part-time workers.

EEO Statement

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.