Dermatology Nurse

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed nurse to join our busy, community based dermatology team in the Kent area. You will provide hands‑on clinical care in a fast‑paced see‑and‑treat environment, supporting consultant dermatologists, GPwSIs, and the wider multidisciplinary team. The role is ideal for a nurse who enjoys direct patient contact and wants to develop advanced dermatology skills without taking on managerial responsibilities.

• Deliver safe, evidence‑based dermatology care, including assisting in minor surgery, patch testing, photodynamic therapy, and routine clinic assessments.
• Assist with pre‑ and post‑procedure care, wound dressing, and patient education.
• Maintain meticulous patient records in the electronic health record system.
• Support infection prevention and control protocols and ensure a sterile working environment.
• Participate in quality improvement projects and clinical governance activities.
• Work collaboratively with consultants, GPwSIs, nurses, healthcare assistants and other allied health professionals.
• Provide expert advice to patients on self‑care and post‑procedure management via telephone or in person.
• Attend team meetings, case discussions and training sessions.

Nursing experience – preferably in dermatology or a related clinical area.

Sussex Community Dermatology Service (SCDS) is a community‑based dermatology network that delivers specialist skin care across Coastal West Sussex, Surrey, Mid Sussex, West Kent and Berkshire. SCDS provides timely, high quality dermatology care that reduces unnecessary referrals to secondary care and improves patient experience through a see‑and‑treat approach. Key services include:

• Minor skin surgery (excision, biopsy, shave, punch)
• Patch testing for allergies
• Photodynamic therapy (PDT)
• Phototherapy (UVB/PUVA)
• Day‑case procedures
• Dermatological assessment clinics
• Skin cancer screening and early intervention programmes