Nursing Associate Dermatology

Uhmb; Lancaster; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

UHMB is seeking registered Nurses to join the Dermatology team across the Bay, based at Royal Lancaster Infirmary in Lancaster. This is a permanent full-time position delivering patient-centred care within a multidisciplinary team, with opportunities to develop in dermatology.

You will work in Nurse Led Clinics such as phototherapy and day care, contribute to developing dermatology services across Morecambe Bay, and mentor junior staff while maintaining high standards of quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Registered with NMC (UK).
• Holds approved training programme qualification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centred nursing care as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Carry out Nurse Led Clinics such as phototherapy and day care as trained.
• Contribute to developing the Dermatology service across Morecambe Bay.
• Mentor junior staff and maintain high standards of care.

Education

NMC registration

Approved training programme qualification

Job description

Main area Dermatology Grade NHS AfC: Band 4 Contract Permanent Hours 37.5 hours per week (Full time 37.5 hours per week) Job ref 331-8242687-UHMB

Site Royal Lanaster Infirmary Town Lancaster Salary £28,392 - £31,157 Per annum Pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 15/10/2026 23:59

''Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work''

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.

Job overview

Is your passion to provide excellent patient centred care ? Are you career minded with drive and enthusiasm ? Do you enjoy playing a key role within the multidisciplinary team in an ever-advancing speciality ? If you answer yes, then we're looking for you to join us at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay Trust.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic Nurses to join our dynamic Dermatology Team working cross bay.

This is a developing service, and we are searching for motivated and enthusiastic individuals. Ideally you would have a background in Dermatology however we welcome applications from any interested candidates.

We are looking for Registered Nursing Associates who deliver compassionate, professional, skilled and effective person centred, evidence-based nursing care by working within a multidisciplinary team, developing c ollaborative, needs based care through assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.

Main duties of the job

We strive to achieve the best possible outcomes and experiences for our patients and for our staff and we are seeking nurses with those same qualities to continue to deliver the great care that we strive to provide every day.

You will be based at RLI but will be required at times to travel across bay. You will be trained to carry out Nurse Led Clinics such as phototherapy and day care and will be involved in the development of the Dermatology service across the Morecambe Bay area.

There are opportunities to develop your confidence and your clinical skills in a supportive environment, to building and extend your existing managerial and clinical knowledge.

We are committed to continuing professional development of our staff and as part of our Dermatology Team, you will have many opportunities to develop.

The post holder will deliver all relevant aspects of patient care in a caring, compassionate and sensitive manner . They will work towards being able to run their own clinics and work independently . Work closely with the m edical team and Clinical Nurse Specialists, also contribut ing to the clinical governance process. Act as a mentor/preceptor to junior staff, with specific responsibility for pre- registration students. The post holder will take delegated responsibility for the management of the clinical team and the maintenance of high standards of quality patient care.

Working for our organisation

We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies,daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Our Community Service for adults are provided in people's homes ,community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent , improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care , advice and support.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further details on the advertised position and the principal job duties/responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification found under the supporting documents section. Additional information about the University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay can be accessed on our website.

Qualifications

• Registered with NMC
• Holds approved training programme qualification

PLEASE NOTE THAT SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED BY EMAIL.

The Trust promotes flexible working opportunities where ever possible to enable staff to balance their work and home life. We are committed to Equal Opportunities and aim to be EffortlesslyInclusive .

The trust operates a No Smoking Policy.

Only those applicants who demonstrate clearly how they meet our Person Specification will be shortlisted for Interview.

We reserve the right to close a job advert early where sufficient applications have been received.

The Trust does not offer interview expenses to shortlisted candidates unless indicated in the advert

If the post is subject to Disclosure & Barring Service checking, (formally CRB) a charge of £49.50 for Enhanced and £21.50 for Standard clearance and additional to this a £4.90 administration fee will be made to the successful candidate(s). This currently only applies to roles Band 6 and above and Medical & Dental posts.

Anyone newly appointed to the trust under the Agenda For Change contract, will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory 4 month probationary period. This will give the new staff member an opportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment.

We have introduced a new system called Pre-Onboarding, specifically to support you right the way through to your first few months in your new role with us atUHMB. This bespoke site has lots of useful information to help you settle into your new roleincluding: what to expect from the recruitment clearances process, where to get a uniform, when you'll get paid etc. As well as information on a number of our services i.e. Infection Prevention, Anti-fraud, Inclusion and Diversity, Care Certificates and much more. To access click on this link https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/uhmbt-pre-onboarding .

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.