Mohs Nurse in Charge (NIC) Cambridgeshire
Band 6/7
An opportunity has arisen for a motivated, enthusiastic Nurse in Charge to join the Mohs Micrographic Surgery team at Sussex Community Dermatology Services in the Cambridgeshire area.
Main duties of the job
Were looking for an experienced and motivated nurse who takes pride in delivering excellent patient‑centred care and feels comfortable working within a specialist surgical environment.
In this role, you’ll guide and support the team day to day, coordinate theatre activity to keep the service running smoothly, and ensure every patient receives safe, high‑quality care throughout their journey with us.
About us
Sussex Community Dermatology Service (SCDS) and Kent Integrated Dermatology Services (KIDS) aim to triage a range of dermatoses effectively into clinics to enable a see and treat approach during the patients initial appointment, reducing the need for multiple follow-ups. The services work alongside an experienced nurse prescribing team, comprising independent nurse prescribers qualified to manage patients on systemic and biologic therapies. Clinical offerings include day surgery, minor operations, dermoscopy, patch testing, photodynamic therapy, and phototherapy. The focus remains firmly on meeting patients needs and preferences, with their wellbeing placed at the heart of all decision‑making.
We work with NHS trusts and integrated care boards to deliver over 100,000 new patient consultations annually including the full cancer pathway, biologics and subspecialities. We are a GMC recognised designated body for revalidation and provide annual appraisals for our consultants as part of this process.
Job responsibilities
* Nurse in Charge for the Mohs Surgery service, coordinating daily clinical activity and patient flow.
* Deliver high standards of nursing care for patients undergoing Mohs micrographic surgery.
* Assist in surgical procedures, including preparation of sterile fields and instrumentation for up to 5 cases per day, surgery & reconstruction.
* Monitor patients pre-, intra-, and post‑operatively, ensuring safety and comfort at all times.
* Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised care plans.
* Provide wound care management and post‑operative advice to patients.
* Respond appropriately to clinical emergencies and elevate concerns when required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Full NMC registration
* Full Licence to practice
* Must be available to cover the next 10 weeks
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.
£350 a dayNegotiable based on experience
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