Junior Sister / Charge Nurse - Dermatology Outpatients

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for a highly motivated and innovative Junior Sister with a passion for Dermatologyideally with prior dermatology experienceto join our busy and dynamic Dermatology Outpatients team at Radcliffe.

The Dermatology Centre at Salford Royal offers a full range of dermatology services and is one of the largest centres of its kind in Europe.

While the main department is based at Salford Royal Hospital, we also provide services across our spoke sites in Bury, Stockport, and Altrincham. Your primary base will be Radcliffe however, you will be expected to work across sites when required.

You will be a motivated team player with a flexible approach and a strong commitment to your own professional development.

Each year, the centre cares for approximately 13,000 new outpatients, in addition to 26,000 follow-up appointments. We are committed to delivering the highest achievable standards of patient care.

Main duties of the job

In this varied and rewarding role, you will provide essential leadership and support to ensure the smooth running of the service and delivery of high-quality patient care. You will work closely with the wider team, contributing to both clinical excellence and service development.

Key Responsibilities

• Deputise in the absence of the Band 7, providing leadership and continuity of service
• Support the delivery of Dermatology clinics
• Take responsibility for all elements of patient care, ensuring high standards at all times
• Provide managerial leadership and day-to-day support to the team
• Support and deliver education and training for staff
• Lead and contribute to the Quality Agenda and continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage staff absence and sickness, supporting staff wellbeing
• Oversee and manage staff rosters effectively
• Support and educate students and learners within the department

About us

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

Learn more about us in our Candidate Information Pack

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

Job description
Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

Person Specification

Professional registration

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Part 1 Adult / General Level 1 or 2)

Desirable

• Qualification in Dermatology

Knowledge, Training and Experience

Essential

• Evidence of clinical expertise and knowledge acquired through CPD and experience.
• Evidence of involvement and leadership in teaching and mentoring learners

Desirable

• Degree level studies or equivalent portfolio of evidence.
• Evidence of professional expertise acquired through CPD

Leadership

Essential

• Evidence of ability to take charge in the absence of their direct line manager
• Delivers nursing care in line with Trust policies and protocols
• Effective communicator with good leadership and interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Completed Leadership and Management courses

Person Specification
Professional registration

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Part 1 Adult / General Level 1 or 2)

Desirable

• Qualification in Dermatology

Knowledge, Training and Experience

Essential

• Evidence of clinical expertise and knowledge acquired through CPD and experience.
• Evidence of involvement and leadership in teaching and mentoring learners

Desirable

• Degree level studies or equivalent portfolio of evidence.
• Evidence of professional expertise acquired through CPD

Leadership

Essential

• Evidence of ability to take charge in the absence of their direct line manager
• Delivers nursing care in line with Trust policies and protocols
• Effective communicator with good leadership and interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Completed Leadership and Management courses

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Radcliffe Health and Wellbeing Centre

69 Church Street

Radcliffe

M26 2SP

United Kingdom

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