Lead Clinical Nurse Specialist - Dermatology and Minor Skin Surgery
| Posting date: | 13 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £47,810.00 to £54,710.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £47810.00 - £54710.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 January 2026 |
| Location: | Darlington, DL3 6HX |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9439-2526-1307 |
Summary
The post holder will: Own individual responsibilities and set/lead team objectives Lead or contribute to creating improvement, transformation and innovation of services Contribute to creating a work environment that is marked by pride, enthusiasm and collaboration Manage and/or contribute to financial performance and target delivery Lead by action and inspire others acting as role model, demonstrating the leadership behaviours and values identified by the Dermatology service to establish and maintain effective communication systems across primary care services and the wider organisation. Actively give and receive feedback in a constructive manner Be adaptable, work with integrity and be trustworthy Actively contribute to improving the health and wellbeing of the population that is served. As an employee of the Dermatology service, you will be responsible for ensuring that the vision is incorporated into: The induction programme for all new appointees Staff development and appraisal scheme Templates for policies and procedures, content of meeting papers Terms of reference for all meetings Job adverts and recruitment/application packs Job descriptions and person specifications The post holder has lead responsibilities in delivering the following key result areas: Lead on all aspects of the day to day organisation of the Community Dermatology and Minor Skin Surgery Service and nurse led clinics. Provide nursing support for Community Dermatology Clinics Conduct nurse led clinics, working as an autonomous practitioner Advise on and promote healthy lifestyles and prevention of illness Order clinical equipment and medication Monitor the appropriate use of clinic suppliers, equipment and instruments within the Community Dermatology Services, bring any concerns to the attention of the Matron and ensure cost effective and efficient use of resources