Staff Nurse Dermatology Outpatients

The Staff Nurse WillProvide high quality clinical care to patients, in line with the Trust values and in accordance with professional regulations.Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the senior nurse in chargeWork in line with Trust policies, objectives, protocols and local guidelines, whilst also being aware of the importance of their role in supporting members of the team, and always adhering to the Trust values, and in accordance with NMC regulations.Work autonomously and with others to always deliver high standards of care to patients and their carers, autonomously and as part of a team.Communicate in line with Trust values, to patients, carers and staff at all times.Take every opportunity to continue to develop, practice and expand their own general and specialist nursing skills.Maintain high standards of professional and ethical responsibility, and accountability and be aware of the medico-legal aspects of nursing, in line with professional, regulating and local guidance.Use clinical standards to participate in the process of monitoring the quality of care delivered. Act to ensure that nursing practice is of the highest standard, in line with Trust and CQC standards.Assess and support patients with adherence and understanding of their medication.Assist with the evaluation of care and initiate any action required, for example liaising with the multidisciplinary team of doctors as appropriatePractice in accordance with, and aware of his/her responsibilities under, the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and other appropriate NMC guidelinesBe responsible for, and demonstrate personal professional development, maintain up to date clinical skills and ensure mandatory training is always current.Manage a group of patients, in line with level of experience.Supervise under the direction of the Sister/Charge Nurse, the work of unqualified staff.Take responsibility for the teaching and education of pre and post registration students acting as a preceptor or mentor as appropriateKnow and utilize Trust values in all working relationships to patients, carers and staff.Work effectively within a multi-racial and cultural environmentWork in nurse led clinics, including Phototherapy and day treatments.Work and assist in Minor Skin Surgery including Plastic Surgery, MOHs.Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Jorja Nundloll Job title: Ward Manager Email address: jorja.nundloll@nhs.net Telephone number: 0208 321 5544