Dermatology Lead Nurse

Bupa; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A private dermatology clinic in Cheltenham is seeking a full-time Dermatology Lead Nurse. The role includes leading dermatology clinics, supporting procedures, and delivering high-quality care in a patient-focused environment. Ideal candidates will be Registered Nurses with relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage caseloads effectively. This position allows for professional growth within an innovative team devoted to exceptional dermatology care.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing training and professional development

25 days annual leave

Contribution to pension scheme

Employee discounts for treatments

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration.
• Experience managing a caseload and delivering nurse-led clinics.
• Strong communication, organisational, and clinical decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate dermatology clinics supporting procedures.
• Deliver high standards of care in nurse-led clinics.
• Perform specialist nursing tasks including wound care and specimen handling.

Skills

Registered Nurse with NMC registration

Dermatology Nursing experience

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Clinical decision-making skills

Confident in audit participation

Computer literate

Teaching qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

This opportunity is ideal for a lead nurse or a nurse with a strong interest in dermatology, looking to develop new skills and progress their career within a supportive, innovative, and patient-focused environment.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate dermatology clinics, supporting consultants and surgeons with procedures including minor surgery, biopsies, and general dermatology care
• Deliver high standards of care in nurse-led clinics such as phototherapy, cryotherapy, acne, PRP, and patch testing
• Perform specialist nursing tasks including wound care, dressing changes, suture removal, and specimen handling
• Ensure compliance with clinical governance, infection control, and CQC standards
• Support audits, triage referrals and results, and contribute to service development
• Collaborate with the Practice Manager to enhance nurse-led services and share best practices across clinics

About us

The Dermatology Partnership is a growing group of private clinics, who are trusted experts in dermatology and are now part of Bupa Health Services. We transform peoples lives by providing outstanding dermatology care. We do this by placing patients at the heart of everything we do, striving to be the best at what we do and believe that our patients trust is earned through the delivery of clinical services to the highest standard.

Job responsibilities

Dermatology Lead Nurse (Private)

Contract Type:Permanent, Full Time

Hours:40 hours per week, 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday (with occasional weekend cover)

We make health happen

The Dermatology Partnership is a growing group of private clinics, who are trusted experts in dermatology and are now part of Bupa Health Services. We transform peoples lives by providing outstanding dermatology care. We do this by placing patients at the heart of everything we do, striving to be the best at what we do and believe that our patients trust is earned through the delivery of clinical services to the highest standard.

This opportunity is ideal for a lead nurse or a nurse with a strong interest in dermatology, looking to develop new skills and progress their career within a supportive, innovative, and patient-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate dermatology clinics, supporting consultants and surgeons with procedures including minor surgery, biopsies, and general dermatology care
• Deliver high standards of care in nurse-led clinics such as phototherapy, cryotherapy, acne, PRP, and patch testing
• Perform specialist nursing tasks including wound care, dressing changes, suture removal, and specimen handling
• Ensure compliance with clinical governance, infection control, and CQC standards
• Support audits, triage referrals and results, and contribute to service development
• Collaborate with the Practice Manager to enhance nurse-led services and share best practices across clinics

Key Skills / Qualifications needed for this role:

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration
• Dermatology Nursing experience is desired
• Experience managing a caseload and delivering nurse-led clinics
• Strong communication, organisational, and clinical decision-making skills
• Confident in audit participation, protocol development, and health promotion
• Computer literate and comfortable with clinical systems and documentation
• Teaching qualification or equivalent experience is desirable
• Perkbox rewards, discounted shopping and celebrations
• Employee Assistance Programme access to wellbeing and free counselling services
• Ongoing training and professional development throughout your career at TDP
• 25 days of annual leave entitlement in addition to public holidays (pro-rata)
• Contribution to the company pension scheme (differs by practice)
• Employee discounts for dermatology/aesthetic treatments and skin care products

Why The Dermatology Partnership?

We are dedicated to delivering expert medical, surgical, and aesthetic skincare, guiding each patient through their unique journey. We aim to be recognised as the UK's leading provider of clinical dermatology, attracting top clinicians and support teams. We support, understand, and value our patients and colleagues in our welcoming clinics, fostering a culture of trust, respect, and teamwork. We celebrate outstanding performance and take pride in our clinical excellence, our team, and the professional services we offer our patients.

Our commitment to innovation drives us to be flexible, agile, and adaptable, encouraging everyone to contribute to shaping our services now and in the future. We love what we do and are dedicated to making a difference in people's lives. Our values reflect our passion for our work and our commitment to providing exceptional care in a supportive and innovative environment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration
• Experience managing a caseload and delivering nurse-led clinics
• Strong communication, organisational, and clinical decision-making skills
• Confident in audit participation, protocol development, and health promotion
• Computer literate and comfortable with clinical systems and documentation
• Dermatology Nursing experience is desired
• Teaching qualification or equivalent experience is desirable

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.