Staff Nurse - Dermatology | The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust

Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn; King's Lynn and West Norfolk; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospital in King's Lynn is seeking a Registered Nurse to maintain high standards of patient care and support clinical functions. The candidate must be registered with the NMC and be competent in various clinical skills. Strong communication skills are essential. This position requires in-person interviews, and the closing date for applications is October 24, 2025.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse qualification with current NMC registration.
• Able to maintain high standards of patient care.
• Competence in clinical skills relevant to the clinical area.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of patient care.
• Take lead in clinical areas when competent.
• Support Teledermatology implementation.
• Conduct assessment, planning, delivery, and evaluation of nursing care.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders.
• Manage patient welfare and aggression situations.
• Liaise with PALS on patient care issues.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical skills

Communication

Job description

Role Overview

As a Registered Nurse you will work with all members of the Department clinical team and within the multi-disciplinary framework. You will maintain a high standard of patient care under the direction of the Ward/Department Sister/Charge Nurse, taking the lead in clinical areas when competent, in the absence of a senior member of staff.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of patient care under the direction of the Ward/Department Sister/Charge Nurse.
• Take the lead in clinical areas when competent, in the absence of a senior member of staff.
• Support the implementation of Teledermatology within the Dermatology service.
• Carry out assessment, planning, delivery, and evaluation of nursing care and elevate any clinical concerns to a senior nurse as required.
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, carers, significant others, the multidisciplinary team and support services.
• Be competent in clinical skills including enhanced practice relevant to the clinical area.
• Safeguard the health and welfare of patients, visitors and staff in all circumstances, including management of situations of violence or aggression.
• Liaise with the Patient and Liaison Service (PALS) on patient care issues.

Compliance

Ensure nursing practice is in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and any specific competencies for the role are completed.

Application Notes

Please note that online interviews will not be available for this vacancy. All shortlisted candidates will be required to attend an in-person interview.

Closing Date

This advert closes on Friday 24 Oct 2025.