Dermatology Patch Testing Nurse

Dermatology Patch Testing Nurse –
18 Week Support Limited

Join our dedicated Dermatology team and help reduce NHS waiting lists with expert care. Are you an experienced Dermatology Nurse with a passion for patch testing and skin care? We are currently looking for skilled and enthusiastic nurses to join our Patch Testing service, working alongside a highly experienced clinical team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the diagnosis and management of contact dermatitis and other skin conditions, while developing specialist skills in a collaborative environment.

• Support the full patch testing process, including application, reading, and interpretation in line with clinical protocols
• Assess, plan, and evaluate individual care plans for patients undergoing patch testing
• Provide clear patient education on the patch testing procedure and aftercare
• Collaborate closely with dermatology consultants and the wider multidisciplinary team
• Deliver high-quality wound care and topical treatments where needed
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow up on patient results

• Patch testing experience

• 2 years minimum experience within an outpatient setting
• Currently practising in Dermatology or has practised within Dermatology, for a minimum of 6 months, over the last 12-month period.

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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

• Date posted: 02 July 2025
• Salary:
  Depending on experience
• Contract:
  
  Bank
• Duration: 90 days
• Working pattern:
  Flexible working
• Reference number: E
• Job locations:
  Central Railway Station, Central Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S60 1QH

18 Week Support is the leading in sourcing provider to the NHS, specializing in clinical demand, capacity management, and waiting list initiatives for both outpatients and day case surgery. Our in sourcing services provide expert clinical teams to work closely with your in-house teams, allowing you to increase the number of patients seen, reduce waiting lists, and meet RTT expectations without compromising patient care.