Dermatology Nurse | Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust; Frimley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic nurse to join their dermatology team for a 12-month maternity cover. This full-time position involves managing phototherapy, patch testing, and supporting patients through a helpline. Responsibilities include monitoring treatments, addressing patient inquiries, and performing various administrative tasks. The ideal candidate should possess strong clinical skills and nursing experience. Flexibility in working hours is encouraged for a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns

Professional development opportunities

Inclusivity and support as an employer

Qualifications

• Independent management and delivery of phototherapy treatments.
• Perform patch testing application and removal.
• Respond to patient inquiries via dermatology helpline.

Responsibilities

• Administer phototherapy treatments and monitor responses.
• Provide advice and support to patients over the phone.
• Schedule appointments and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Proven nursing experience

Strong clinical skills

Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment

Job description

An exciting oppurtunity for an enthusiatic nurse has come to join our dedicated dermatology nursing team in a 12-month maternity cover role. This is a full time position, 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 phototherapy, patch testing 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 nursing experience, strong clinical skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, patient-centred environment.


• 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.
• 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.

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


This advert closes on Tuesday 22 Jul 2025