Dermatology Patch Testing Nurse

NHS; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Dermatology Patch Testing Nurse to join their dedicated team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the diagnosis and management of skin conditions while working in a collaborative environment. Successful candidates will support the entire patch testing process and provide patient education, requiring a minimum of two years' experience in outpatient settings and current UK registration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience within outpatient settings.
• Currently practicing in Dermatology or has practiced within Dermatology for at least 6 months over the last 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Support the full patch testing process, including application, reading, and interpretation.
• Assess, plan, and evaluate individual care plans for patients undergoing patch testing.
• Provide clear patient education on the patch testing procedure and aftercare.

Skills

Patch testing experience

Education

Current UK professional registration

Job description

Dermatology Patch Testing Nurse Join our dedicated Dermatology team and help reduce NHS waiting lists with expert care.

Are you an experienced Dermatology Nurse with a passion for patch testing and skin care? We are currently looking for skilled and enthusiastic nurses to join our Patch Testing service, working alongside a highly experienced clinical team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the diagnosis and management of contact dermatitis and other skin conditions, while developing specialist skills in a collaborative environment.

Main duties of the job

• Support the full patch testing process, including application, reading, and interpretation in line with clinical protocols.
• Assess, plan, and evaluate individual care plans for patients undergoing patch testing.
• Provide clear patient education on the patch testing procedure and aftercare.
• Collaborate closely with dermatology consultants and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Deliver high-quality wound care and topical treatments where needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow up on patient results.

About us

18 Week Support is the leading insourcing provider to the NHS, specializing in clinical demand, capacity management, and waiting list initiatives for both outpatients and day case surgery. Our insourcing services provide expert clinical teams to work closely with your in-house teams, allowing you to increase the number of patients seen, reduce waiting lists, and meet RTT expectations without compromising patient care.

Job summary

Dermatology Patch Testing Nurse Join our dedicated Dermatology team and help reduce NHS waiting lists with expert care.

Are you an experienced Dermatology Nurse with a passion for patch testing and skin care? We are currently looking for skilled and enthusiastic nurses to join our Patch Testing service, working alongside a highly experienced clinical team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the diagnosis and management of contact dermatitis and other skin conditions, while developing specialist skills in a collaborative environment.

Main duties of the job

Support the full patch testing process, including application, reading, and interpretation in line with clinical protocols.

Assess, plan, and evaluate individual care plans for patients undergoing patch testing.

Provide clear patient education on the patch testing procedure and aftercare.

Collaborate closely with dermatology consultants and the wider multidisciplinary team.

Deliver high-quality wound care and topical treatments where needed.

Maintain accurate documentation and follow up on patient results.

About us

18 Week Support is the leading insourcing provider to the NHS, specializing in clinical demand, capacity management, and waiting list initiatives for both outpatients and day case surgery. Our insourcing services provide expert clinical teams to work closely with your in-house teams, allowing you to increase the number of patients seen, reduce waiting lists, and meet RTT expectations without compromising patient care.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Do you know any Dermatology Nurses for weekend work with amazing rates of pay? We're on the hunt for passionate Dermatology Nurses to join us across the country, working alongside top-notch professionals and under the guidance of our fantastic 18 Week Clinical and Nurse Leads. What's in it for you? Total flexibility: Work when it suits you, fitting shifts around your NHS or other commitments. Competitive rates: Earn great pay for your expertise. Ongoing opportunities: Keep those sessions coming, full-time or part-time. If you or anyone you know would be interested in additional work, please reach out using the following:

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Patch testing experience

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years experience within outpatient settings
• Currently practicing in Dermatology or has practiced within Dermatology for at least 6 months over the last 12 months.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a disclosure check will be required.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For more details, see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name: 18 Week Support Limited

Address: Central Railway Station, Central Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S60 1QH

Employer's website

https://www.18weeksupport.com/careers/working-with-us/