Dermatology Out-Patients is a very busy department. Offering a mix of general, surgical and nurse-led clinics. The Registered Nursing Associate role in Dermatology is varied with the opportunity to work in all clinics with registered staff nurse support.
We are a friendly, dynamic team and offer a comprehensive competency pack for the successful candidate to undertake.
This role is primarily based at the Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital, we do have a dermatology clinic at Cromer Hospital and any future expansion of the services may present an opportunity for cross site working.
Main duties of the job
The Registered Nursing Associate works closely with medical and nursing colleagues to offer dermatological care in a variety of settings.
In general clinics the RNA will support the clinician in caring for the patients' needs and arranging any additional testing and ensuring the patient is on the correct clinical pathway.
In surgical clinics the RNA will surgically assist the clinician in operating lists, biopsies, excisions with flap and graft repairs and micrographic surgery are all undertaken in dermatology.
In nurse led clinics the RNA will work under the alongside supervision of a staff nurse in dressing and admission avoidance clinics supporting patients post operatively or with dermatological conditions.
Appropriate training and a supernumerary period will be offered based on the successful candidate's needs.
About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
* Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
* Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
* Discounted gym memberships
* Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
* Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
* Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
* Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
* On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
* On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
* Flexible staff bank
* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Job responsibilities
* To provide and monitor safe, person centred care to a designated group of patients, service users and families in a range of care settings under the direction of a registered nurse, without direct supervision in line with an agreed plan of care
* To support the registered nurse by contributing to integrated care of on-going assessment and care planning for patients
* To promote health and prevent ill health in patients and service users and contribute to integrated care
* To monitor the condition and health needs of patients on a continual basis in partnership with colleagues, families and carers, referring to others for reassessment, when required
* The nursing associate will actively contribute to an effective learning environment and support others in their learning
Please note that this advertised position, which is part of occupation code 3213 does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa. The Trust would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered nursing associate on the NMC register
Skills
* Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
* Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise
* Ability to work on own initiative
* Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
* Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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.
Specialist Nursing Sisters/ Senior Staff Nurse
£26,530 to £29,114 a yearper annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time,Flexible working,Compressed hours
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