Nursing Associate

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension scheme

Salary sacrifice options

Cycle to work scheme

Nursery on site

Blue Light Card discounts

Staff discounts on shopping, fitness &

Job summary

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Nursing Associate to join the Dermatology team at Litchdon House. The role is part-time (24 hours per week) with a focus on wound care, dermatology procedures support and patient education within a busy outpatient department.

You will work under supervision, contribute to a wide range of dermatology services, and develop skills in wound management, patch testing clinics and coordinating patient care within the

Responsibilities

• Supporting and assisting with procedures in the theatre environment
• Providing wound care following dermatological and skin surgery procedures, including wound assessment, dressing changes and appropriate wound care advice
• Providing patients with post-procedure wound care advice and education, including guidance on dressing care, wound hygiene, signs of infection and when to seek further medical advice
• Recognising and escalating concerns regarding wound healing, infection, bleeding or other complications to the appropriate clinician
• Phototherapy
• Patch testing clinics
• Specialist Dermatology treatments and patient care
• Supporting patients to understand their treatment and encouraging self-care and independence
• Working as part of the wider multidisciplinary team

Job description

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role Litchdon House is a busy outpatient Dermatology department providing specialist care to patients from across a wide geographical area. Our team provides a diverse range of specialist Dermatology clinics, assessing and treating patients with a variety of dermatological conditions. The department also undertakes a range of skin surgery procedures, providing excellent opportunities to develop experience and skills across several areas of specialist practice. As part of this role, you will have the opportunity to gain experience and develop your clinical knowledge and skills in:

• Supporting and assisting with procedures in the theatre environment


• Providing wound care following dermatological and skin surgery procedures, including wound assessment, dressing changes and appropriate wound care advice


• Providing patients with post-procedure wound care advice and education, including guidance on dressing care, wound hygiene, signs of infection and when to seek further medical advice


• Recognising and escalating concerns regarding wound healing, infection, bleeding or other complications to the appropriate clinician


• Phototherapy


• Patch testing clinics


• Specialist Dermatology treatments and patient care


• Supporting patients to understand their treatment and encouraging self-care and independence


• Working as part of the wider multidisciplinary team

You will work within your scope of practice and in accordance with departmental policies and clinical guidelines, with support and supervision from experienced members of the Dermatology team. This is a varied and rewarding role that requires excellent communication and teamwork skills, compassion, emotional resilience and the ability to use initiative. Good communication is particularly important when providing patients with clear and reassuring advice about their treatment and wound care following procedures. The role would be particularly suited to a Nursing Associate who is looking to develop and expand their clinical knowledge and skills within a specialist area of practice. You will be supported to build your experience within the Dermatology service and the wider multidisciplinary team. This is a part-time position of 24 hours per week. If you are enthusiastic about developing your skills within Dermatology and would like to join a friendly, supportive and forward-thinking team, we would be delighted to hear from you. Working Pattern: 24 hours, The Dermatology service operates Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.

We are looking for a motivated, flexible and dynamic Nursing Associate to become part of our multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will support the clinical team in providing high-quality care to patients from across Devon, working within their scope of practice to deliver treatment, education and support.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust., Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon.

Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people's own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC). Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you are starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit. You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.


• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter


• Car lease schemes.


• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).


• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available - if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.