The Band 5 Dermatology Nurse will play a key role in delivering high‑quality, patient‑centred care across both dermatology sites. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the postholder will support the delivery of outpatient clinics, nurse‑led reviews, and specialist services such as phototherapy and patch testing . The role will contribute to a more streamlined and efficient patient pathway by reducing the need for routine medical follow‑up appointments and enhancing nurse‑led management of chronic skin conditions.
The postholder will provide safe, evidence‑based care, undertake clinical assessments, deliver patient education, and support individuals to self‑manage their dermatological conditions. They will work collaboratively with consultants, specialist nurses, and wider MDT colleagues to ensure continuity of care and a positive patient experience.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and compassionate nurse to develop specialist skills in dermatology, including skin assessment , treatment planning , and patient education . Full training and competency development will be provided to support progression within the specialty.
The role is essential in supporting service resilience, improving clinic flow, and ensuring that dermatology patients receive timely, high‑quality care across both sites.
Provide high‑quality dermatology nursing care — Deliver safe, evidence‑based care to patients attending dermatology outpatient clinics across both sites.
Undertake clinical assessments — Perform skin assessments, document findings accurately, and escalate concerns appropriately.
Support nurse‑led clinics — Manage follow‑up reviews, treatment monitoring, and patient education to reduce demand on medical appointments.
Deliver phototherapy treatments — Administer UVB/UVA therapy safely, following competency training and service protocols.
Assist with patch testing services — Apply, remove, and read patch tests, providing patient guidance and supporting diagnosis.
Provide patient education and self‑management support — Offer clear information on skin conditions, treatments, lifestyle advice, and flare‑up management
Maintain accurate clinical documentation — Record assessments, treatments, and care plans in line with Trust and NMC standards.
Work collaboratively within the MDT — Liaise with consultants, specialist nurses, pharmacists, and administrative teams to ensure continuity of care.
Support training and development — Participate in competency‑based training, reflective practice, and ongoing professional development in dermatology.
Promote a safe and inclusive environment — Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and ensure equitable care for all patients.
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job
Deliver high‑quality dermatology nursing care — Provide safe, evidence‑based care to patients attending dermatology outpatient clinics across both sites.
Undertake holistic clinical assessments — Assess skin conditions, document findings accurately, and escalate concerns in line with clinical pathways.
Support nurse‑led follow‑up clinics — Manage routine reviews, treatment monitoring, and patient support to reduce demand on medical appointments.
Administer phototherapy treatments — Deliver UVB/UVA therapy safely, following competency training, service protocols, and safety standards.
Assist with patch testing services — Apply, remove, and interpret patch tests, providing patient guidance and supporting diagnostic pathways.
Promote infection‑prevention standards — Maintain a safe clinical environment, ensuring equipment cleaning, stock rotation, and adherence to IPC policies.
