Dermatology Nurse Consultant

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Nurse Consultant in Dermatology with a specialist focus on skin cancer and teledermatology. This role combines advanced clinical practice with digital innovation to enhance early diagnosis, streamline care pathways, and improve patient outcomes.

• Lead clinical care for patients with skin cancers including melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and basal cell carcinoma.
• Perform skin assessments, biopsies, and minor surgical procedures.
• Act as a key worker for patients undergoing complex treatment or psychological support needs.
• Mentor dermatology nurses and junior staff in skin cancer and teledermatology practices.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and contribute to service redesign.
• Deliver training sessions on skin cancer recognition and digital dermatology tools.

• Champion the use of teledermatology platforms to triage, assess, and manage skin cancer referrals.
• Collaborate with GPs and community teams to support remote diagnosis and reduce waiting times.
• Provide virtual consultations and follow‑ups, ensuring continuity of care and patient safety.

• Participate in skin cancer MDTs and contribute to clinical decision‑making.
• Liaise with oncologists, plastic surgeons, and radiologists to coordinate care.
• Support research and audit activities related to skin cancer and teledermatology.

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration.
• MSc Dermatology in Clinical Practice or equivalent.
• PhD in Dermatological Sciences or related field (preferred).
• Proven experience in skin cancer management and digital health delivery.
• Strong leadership, communication, and clinical decision‑making skills.
• Passionate about innovation, patient‑centred care, and service transformation.

Staff benefits include staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto‑enrolment to the Temporary Workforce Service, access to on‑site nurseries, staff restaurants and accommodation. All staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme and on‑site parking is available from only £50 a year.

We value the individuality that each candidate brings to the application process. While we understand that AI tools are widely available, we strongly discourage applicants from using AI‑generated content when applying for jobs with us. We believe that your application should reflect your true skills, experiences, and motivations, which are best conveyed through your own words and unique perspective. Using AI for your application may not accurately represent your knowledge, skills, and experience and may result in a disconnect between your qualifications and our assessment of your application.

We encourage applicants to take the time to thoughtfully complete their applications; by doing so, you allow us to better understand your true potential and ensure a fair and transparent evaluation of your application.