Dermatology CNS Specialist: Flexible Hours & Growth

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Generous benefits package

Career development

Job summary

Royal Free Hospital in London seeks a Clinical Nurse Specialist to provide expert support and education in dermatology, lead nurse-led clinics, and advise patients and professionals by phone. The role links closely with dermatologists and GPs to drive improved patient pathways.

Applicants should have NMC registration, non-medical prescribing, and a willingness to advance assessment skills, with senior nursing experience in dermatology and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree (nursing) required.
• Non-medical prescribing qualification.
• Recognised teaching or mentorship qualification.
• Advanced assessment skills or willingness to work towards them.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert support, advice and education in dermatology.
• Run nurse-led clinics.
• Give telephone advice to patients and professionals.
• Manage ward referrals.
• Work closely with patients and carers.
• Collaborate with dermatologists, operational teams, GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Liaise with stakeholders across secondary and primary care.
• Improve patient pathways through innovative practice.

Skills

Dermatology knowledge

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

IT skills

Education

Undergraduate degree

Non-medical prescribing

Teaching/Mentorship qualification

Job description

Royal Free Hospital in London seeks a Clinical Nurse Specialist to provide expert support and education in dermatology, lead nurse-led clinics, and advise patients and professionals by phone. The role links closely with dermatologists and GPs to drive improved patient pathways.

Applicants should have NMC registration, non-medical prescribing, and a willingness to advance assessment skills, with senior nursing experience in dermatology and mentoring junior staff.