Contact information Susan Cameron Lead Nurse susan.cameron11@nhs.net About the role This is an exciting time for the Dermatology Unit at Mid Yorkshire Hospitals Trust. An opportunity has arisen for a Registered Nurse Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse post, within our established Dermatology team. Our dynamic, motivated team of nurses work across our trust sites to provide the highest standards of evidence-based care to patients and relatives. This post will provide expert care for patients' with acute and chronic long term skin conditions while guiding development and planning of service delivery for this patient group. This clinically based role which also includes leadership and management of the department and staff and is an ideal opportunity for junior dermatology nurses.to extend their role further We are looking for self- motivated, enthusiastic nurses with experience in Dermatology services who are keen to further develop their knowledge and skills, and who will welcome the exciting and varied opportunities this role will provide. A nurse prescribing or minor surgery qualification will be beneficial or a willingness to complete either within 12 months of commencement of the role is required Main duties Once competent performs lower risk, less invasive skin surgery procedures or disease or therapy focused nurse led follow up clinics with protocol e.g., wound care, biologics, isotretinoin. Leader of a small team Shows initiative in change management. Active participant in quality improvement projects Formal teaching sessions for other staff within the organisation Involvement in patient/public information initiatives Awareness of the literature around practice Updates guidance and competencies for the department in line with Trust governance procedures Manages the staff roster, assists with management of staff absences and appraisals Undertaking audit and research Supervise and coordinate Consultant led Outpatient services. Manage nurse led treatment and phototherapy clinics. Key requirements Registered Nurse Current NMC registration Evidence of ongoing professional development Evidence of competency in teaching and assessing Supporting Learning in Practice Evidence of CPD in Dermatology Post registered experience in Dermatology. Up to date knowledge of current nursing issues and practice both nationally and relevant to Dermatology Evidence of working in Multidisciplinary teams Proven workload management of self and others. Experience of supervising and assessing students and junior staff Up to date knowledge of current nursing issues and practice Demonstrate innovation in practice. Incorporate high quality patient centred care Demonstrate a high level of personal and professional accountability. Awareness of professional responsibilities to self and others Awareness of current national changes in nursing / NHS Ability to plan, asses, implement and evaluate patient care. Prioritise tasks. Excellent clinical skills Ability to lead a team. Develop and maintain positive working relationships. Motivate self and others. Be able to provide high quality care in a highly charged environment. Be part of MY team We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day. Application guidance: We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. It s important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form. Our benefits Access to the NHS pension plan Generous holiday allowance of 27 days plus bank holidays, increasing with 5 and 10 years of service Exceptional employee health and wellbeing services Extensive benefits and support, including: Onsite nurseries and childcare salary sacrifice scheme Cycle to work scheme Home electronics scheme Car lease salary sacrifice scheme Working carers support and advice, carers network and carers passport Flexible working options and family and carer-friendly policies Established staff networks, including LGBTQ and Race Equality Career progression, training and support Skilled worker sponsorship You can find out more about skilled worker and health and care visas on our careers site .