# BHSCT -Mohs Dermatology Nurse Specialist Band 6/7 > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Belfast Health and Social Care Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/bhsct-mohs-dermatology-nurse-specialist-band-67/bbc40548-f3a0-4524-934b-15adb85af4fa - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/bhsct-mohs-dermatology-nurse-specialist-band-67/bbc40548-f3a0-4524-934b-15adb85af4fa.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Belfast Health and Social Care Trust - **Town:** Belfast - **Region:** Belfast - **Country:** Northern Ireland - **Profession:** Clinical nurse specialist - **Grade:** Band 7 - **Salary:** £47,810 - £54,710 - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Closing date:** 2026-08-11T16:30:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-27T15:35:59.868Z - **Source information URL:** https://jobs.hscni.net/Job/48304/bhsct-mohs-dermatology-nurse-specialist-band-67 - **Application URL:** https://jobs-app.hscni.net/sap/bc/webdynpro/sap/hrrcf_a_posting_apply?PARAM=cG9zdF9pbnN0X2d1aWQ9MDA1MDU2OTM0QTU1MUZFMUEyQjYyQUYzRDU0RTc3QzMmY2FuZF90eXBlPWU%3d - **Employer website:** https://belfasttrust.hscni.net ## Job Content ### Job details - Branch: Belfast HSCT - Location: ROYAL VICTORIA HOSPITAL - Salary: Band 7 (£47,810 - £54,710) - Contract Type: Permanent - Opening Date: 27/07/26 - Closes: Tue, 11 August 2026 @ 4:30 PM - Interview Dates: To be Chosen ### Notes Belfast Trust Accepts online Applications only Applications received after the advertised closing date/time cannot be considered, so please allow enough time for postage. A waiting list may be created for similar posts that may arise while the waiting list is live, this may include temporary or part-time posts. This will be managed in line with the updated HSC waiting list principles effective from 1 April 2026. Where a part-time waiting list is required, one part-time waiting list will be created- regardless of any specific hours advertised, this waiting list will cover all future vacancies where part-time posts arise. A part-time post is defined as any post that has less than 37.5 hours per week. Please remember to save or print a copy of the job description before submitting your application, as it will not be accessible afterwards. Flexible Working We welcome flexible working requests from day one. All HSC organisations offer a range of flexible working options. The options available for this post will depend on the requirements of the role. Find out more about flexible working options on our website. ### JOB DESCRIPTION POST: LOCATION: BAND: ### REPORTS TO ### RESPONSIBLE TO *Mohs Dermatology Nurse Specialist Royal Victoria Hospital 7 (Band 6 until successful completion of NMP programme). Assistant Service Manager & Lead Nurse Dermatology Service Manager, Dermatology 1* Please note that specialist will only be included in the title of the post if the successful candidate has an NMC recordable qualification at the time of appointment. Job Summary I Main Purpose The post holder will provide expert treatment and care, coordination and support for patients with Non-melanoma Skin Cancers (NMSC) requiring Mohs micrographic surgery at an advanced practice level. The post holder will be a highly specialist resource providing clinical expertise and will be trained and competent to undertake specific Mohs Micrographic procedures independently. The post holder will also be expected to contribute to advancing the body of knowledge through education, research and audit as well as developing practice in others with regard to this patient group. The post holder will lead and or work within the multi-disciplinary team in order to ensure a seamless, coordinated approach to person- centred care, across the clinical pathway, and timely onward referral to other professionals and agencies as appropriate. Will lead and/or participate in the provision of expert advice in developing, implementing and monitoring policies, procedures and protocols which meet national, regional and local requirements. Proactively advance the modernisation agenda of the Mohs Dermatology Nurse Specialist service for patients and the development of the nursing service to achieve person centred care. They will be expected to play a key leadership role in conjunction with other clinical nurse specialists to lead the service and deliver the strategic elements of the service. Main Duties I Responsibilities Clinical & Professional To act as a key worker for patients with Non-melanoma skin cancer offering an accessible point of contact and coordination of care across the patient journey, consistent with the responsibilities outlined in the Improving Outcome Guidelines. Within a nurse provided service, undertake advanced holistic assessment at key points in the patient pathway and as required. This could include physical, emotional, psychological, social and spiritual needs and the development of appropriate plans of care and appropriate onward referral. To provide continuous ongoing assessment of information and support needs of patients and carers, signposting to other sources of information and support, referring to specialist services when required. To ensure that the carers and dependents of patients with Non-melanoma Skin Cancers have access to assessment of their needs if and when appropriate, independent of the needs of the patients. To develop, deliver and evaluate new models of review, which are risk weighted and needs tailored to maximise benefit to patients and the service. Establishing nurse led clinics, utilising advanced nursing practice skills such as physical health assessment and the prescription and administration of Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatments and other medications and treatments as required. To undertake training and competencies to carry out specific Mohs Micrographic procedures independently. To play a key role in the multi-disciplinary team, consistent with the roles outlined in the Improving Outcomes Guidelines, including contributing to service improvement within the team. To work in collaboration with the wider health and social care team to coordinate the delivery of high quality patient centred care. Clinical Leadership To maintain clinical credibility by demonstrating expertise in the nursing care of patients with Non-melanoma Skin Cancers (NMSC) and their carers, friends or relatives, including the management of the disease and its treatment. To be aware of emerging evidence, new mandates and advances in clinical practice for this patient group and ensure that these are incorporated into the service delivered. To engage regionally and nationally in the development and implementation of multi professional standards and clinical management guidelines for the care of patients with skin cancer. To develop and maintain effective communication networks across service and professional boundaries and ensure effective liaison between different service providers across care interfaces. To take a lead role, in collaboration with others and with the network, in the development of policies, guidelines and protocols related to the care of patients with Non-melanoma Skin Cancers (NMSC) and their carers, friends or relatives. To maintain and develop competency in facilitating a wide range of critical enquiry techniques to support the development of reflection in and on practice. Appropriately delegate, supervise and support others within the scope of each individual's role and in line with the NMC Code of Conduct (2018) and HPSS Code of Conduct (DOH 2016) retaining responsibility and accountability for outcomes and act as a role model and change agent. Management To play an integral role in the development and improvement of services for patients with non-melanoma skin cancers to ensure they are efficient and effective and comply with best practice service standards. To lead on the patient experience component of the care of patients with non-melanoma skin cancers, including engaging in the development of and maintenance of regional information pathways. Coordinate any patient and user involvement initiatives concerning this group and any user or service feedback mechanisms regarding service improvements. To support the implementation of any regional standards regarding the care of patients with non-melanoma skin cancers and to engage actively with the Northern Ireland Cancer Network in the development of these. To ensure a safe environment for patient care is underpinned by best practice guidelines and Health and Safety policies and guidelines, including the use of risk assessments and the development of action plans to mitigate/eliminate identified risks. To ensure all strategies, policies and protocols relating to infection control are implemented and monitored, and that appropriate and timely action is taken in response to ensuring the prevention and control of infection. To manage and report accidents, incidents or hazards according to Trust policy and procedure. To locally resolve any concerns or complaints of patients or others where possibly by an early intervention, and to investigate formal written complaints, forwarding a response to the ASM in the timeframe required. To work with the ASM on action plans for improvement and lessons learned. To participate in the recruitment and selection of staff up to and including Band 6 and their subsequent induction and initiation to the work place. To have a flexible approach to own working hours in direct relation to service delivery needs. Communication To role model excellent advanced communication skills and expertise in patient education and information giving. To demonstrate skills in conflict resolution and competent negotiation skills when dealing with difficult or challenging situations/behaviour. To be present at and actively participate in meetings as appropriate, disseminating any organisational/nursing information to others, and to represent nursing views as necessary at these meetings. To chair meetings as appropriate promoting open communication and participation. Education, Research and Practice Development To work with a wide range of external and internal educational and training providers to ensure a range of educational and training opportunities for healthcare professionals with regard to non-melanoma skin cancers and treatment. To work in collaboration with others to formally review the outcomes of the services for patients with non-melanoma skin cancers and their carers, friends or relatives, and ensure that any issues identified are addressed appropriately. To collaborate with the Assistant Service Manager, the Nursing Development Lead and others to identify learning needs and required actions consistent with service priorities, which reflects the future requirements of the service. To be actively involved in horizon scanning to ensure that the nursing establishment has the necessary skills to care for patients with non-melanoma skin cancers and their carers, friends or relatives. To work in collaboration with stakeholders, including education providers to identify the training and education opportunities available to fulfil the requirements of the learning needs identified. To promote, lead and enhance evidence based practice in liaison with the Nursing Development Lead and others to create a learning environment based on the principles of lifelong learning. To develop a culture, which encourages and supports staff in reflective practice using reflective practice strategies. To provide formal and informal training and education on issues related to the care of patients with non-melanoma skin cancers and their carers, friend or relatives. Facilitate a research culture to support continuous improvement activities. To participate in appropriate local and national nursing and multi professional research and audit aimed at contributing to the outcomes and experiences of persons with skin cancer and their carers, friends or relatives. To work in collaboration with others to promote and extend the research base of non-melanoma skin cancers. To demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning by engaging in ongoing personal and professional development. ### General Responsibilities Employees of the Trust are required to promote and support the mission and vision of the service for which they are responsible and: At all times provide a caring service and to treat those with whom they come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner. The post holder will promote and support effective team working, fostering a culture of openness and transparency. The post holder will ensure that they take all concerns raised with them seriously and act in accordance with Belfast Trust's Whistleblowing Policy and their professional code of conduct, where applicable. Demonstrate their commitment by their regular attendance and the efficient completion of all tasks allocated to them. Comply with the Trust's Smoke Free Policy. Carry out their duties and responsibilities in compliance with the Health and Safety Policies and Statutory Regulations. Adhere to Equality and Good Relations duties throughout the course of their employment. Ensure the ongoing confidence of the public in-service provision. Maintain high standards of personal accountability. Comply with the HPSS Code of Conduct. Information Governance All employees of Belfast Health & Social Care Trust are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their business within the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, including patient/client, corporate and administrative records whether paper based or electronic and also including e-mails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Employees are required to be conversant and to comply with the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust policies on Information Governance including for example the ICT Security Policy, Data Protection Policy and Records Management Policy and to seek advice if in doubt. For further information on how we use your personal data within HR, please refer to the Privacy Notice available on the HUB or Your HR Environmental Cleaning Strategy The Trusts Environmental Cleaning Strategy recognizes the key principle that "Cleanliness matters is everyone's responsibility, not just the cleaners" Whilst there are staff employed who are responsible for cleaning services, all Trust staff have a responsibility to ensure a clean, comfortable, safe environment for patients, clients, residents, visitors, staff and members of the general public. Infection Prevention and Control The Belfast Trust is committed to reducing Healthcare associated infections (HCAls) and all staff have a part to play in making this happen. Staff must comply with all policies in relation to Infection Prevention and Control and with ongoing reduction strategies. Standard Infection Prevention and Control Precautions must be used at all times to ensure the safety of patients and staff. This includes:- Cleaning hands either with soap and water or a hand sanitiser at the appropriate times (WHO '5 moments'); Using the correct '7 step' hand hygiene technique; Being 'bare below the elbows' when in a clinical environment; Following Trust policies and the Regional Infection Control Manual (found on intranet); Wearing the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); Ensuring correct handling and disposal of waste (including sharps) and laundry; Ensuring all medical devices (equipment) are decontaminated appropriately i.e. cleaned, disinfected and/or sterilised; Ensuring compliance with High Impact Interventions. Personal Public Involvement Staff members are expected to involve patients, clients, carers and the wider community were relevant, in developing, planning and delivering our services in a meaningful and effective way, as part of the Trust's ongoing commitment to Personal Public Involvement (PPI). Please use the link below to access the PPI standards leaflet for further information. http://www.publichealth.hscni.net/sites/default/files/PPl_leaflet.pdf Clause: This job description is not meant to be definitive and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust. ### PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION JOB TITLE/ BAND *Mohs Dermatology Nurse Specialist/ Band 7 DEPT/ DIRECTORATE Cancer & Specialist Medicine ### Notes to applicants You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria. Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below, using the information provided by you on your application form. Please note the Trust reserves the right to use any desirable criteria outlined in Section 3 at shortlisting. You must clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet the desirable criteria. Proof of qualifications and/or professional registration will be required if an offer of employment is made - if you are unable to provide this, the offer may be withdrawn. ### ESSENTIAL CRITERIA SECTION 1: The following are ESSENTIAL criteria which will initially be measured at shortlisting stage although may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form whether or not you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is stated below. Factor Criteria Method of Assessment Experience Qualifications/ Registration Have a Nursing Degree AND 2 years post-registration experience within a Dermatology environment. Or Have 5 years post-registration experience as a Band 5 including 3 years within a dermatology environment and have obtained a post registration diploma in health or management related subject or equivalent qualification. Registered Nurse on Part 1 of the NMC Register (Adult General Branch) Be in possession of or willing to undertake and successfully complete a degree in Nursing or other health related subject within an agreed timeframe. Shortlisting by Application Form Be in possession of, or willing to undertake and successfully complete an NMC recordable qualification (such as Specialist Practice) within an agreed timeframe. Must have completed, be in the process of completing or be prepared to undertake the nurse prescribing course, within an agreed timeframe. Other Provide evidence of personal and professional development which impacts on clinical practice. Current full driving license or access to a form of transport which allows the full requirements of the post to be completed. Where disability prohibits driving, this criteria will be waived if the applicant is able to organise suitable alternative arrangements. Shortlisting by Application Form SECTION 2: The following are ESSENTIAL criteria which will be measured during the ### interview/ selection stage Skills/ Abilities Provide evidence of an ability to deliver change within the clinical environment and work across boundaries Possess excellent clinical and organisational communication skills Experience in working in a patients multidisciplinary stream across organisational facilities. Evidence of counselling and educating patients and their relations. Demonstrates organisational and leadership skills Possess report writing skills Must be computer literate Interview/ Test ### DESIRABLE CRITERIA SECTION 3: these will ONLY be used where it is necessary to introduce additional job related criteria to ensure files are manageable. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted Factor Criteria Method of Assessment Experience Training in advanced communication skills Shortlisting by Application Form ### NOTE Where educational/professional qualifications form part of the criteria you will be required, if shortlisted for interview, to produce original certificates and one photocopy of same issued by the appropriate authority. Only those certificates relevant to the shortlisting criteria should be produced. If educational certificates are not available an original letter and photocopy of same detailing examination results from your school or college will be accepted as an alternative. If successful you will be required to produce documentary evidence that you are legally entitled to live and work in the United Kingdom. This documentation can be a P45, Payslip, National Insurance Card or a Birth Certificate confirming birth in the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland. Failure to produce evidence will result in a non-appointment. Where a post involves working in regulated activity with vulnerable groups, post holders will be required to register with the Independent Safeguarding Authority. HSC Values Whilst employees will be expected to portray all the values, particular attention is drawn to the following values for this role What does this mean? What does th·s look like in practice? I work with others and value everyo:ne� contrfbutf:011 I treat peopf.e with resper.:t and dtgnity I workas part of a team lookilrig fur oppo:rturuties to support ailld help people i11 both my own and Working together We work togetlher fm the be.st outmme ro;r people we care fornnd :5ll pport We work across. Health and Social care and v.�ith ot!her extemal organisations and agencies.remgnisj;ng that lead,ershi:p isthe respofllsibilty of alL Excellence We commit to betng the best we ca11 be in ourr work,. aimfing to improve and dev.e1op sef"Viices to achieve posmve dhanges. We defhver safe, h f.gh quality,rompas.sjo.nate Gl re aTid :support. Openness & Honesty We .!!1r,e open and honest with each other and act with Integrity and candour; Compas:s:ton We are sensitive·, carlng, respectful and urnder:st:anding,towardsthose we care fur arnd su ppmt and our colleagues.We listen carefuny to ot1hersto better underrst.!!nd and take action to help tihem and 0-mse.l1Ves. otherteams I actively engage people on issuesthat affect tlhem I rook for feeclback and examples of good practice, alming to impmve where possib1e. ., I put the peoplle I care for a11d su ppmt at t!he c.entre of all I do to make a difference I take resp-0nsibil'btyfor my deGiS!ions and adiions I commit to best practice and sha111ng lea.ming, 1.vhT!e co:ntinuaHy le:ami:ng and deve:loping ### , t:ry to improve by as:king 'could we do tllfis better"?' I am open and honest in order to develop trnsting re1ationships I ask.someo:ne to help when needed I speak up ifl have concerm I chalfenge·inappropriate OI' u:naacep-table behaviour an'CI practice. I am sensitive to the different needs and feelingsof others.and ti;eat people witJh ki11dness I ieam from others by listening carefully to tlhem IIiook after my own heallfh and wellbeing so that I c:11n care and supp-orr otherrcs. ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.