Rheumatology Nurse specialist
Job Description
Job summary
An Exciting opportunity has arisen within the Rheumatology Department at the Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, based at Musgrove Park & Yeovil District Hospital sites for two enthusiastic highly motivated nurses to join an evolving teamThe role requires working within the outpatient clinic setting across Somerset with patients on disease modifying drugs biologic therapies under the care of the Rheumatology DepartmentAs a registered nurse the applicant will be responsible for supporting the lead nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team ensuring that our service users needs are met through the delivery of high quality careThe successful applicant will demonstrate high standards of work at all times, be self motivated and efficient, good communication skills with a team approach but also demonstrate the ability to work independently in all aspects of patient careAs a fully integrated trust we can offer a collaborative approach to your career with us there is an opportunity to rotate across all sites and directorates to ensure your skills and knowledge are as broad as they possible can beIndividuals should be willing to develop further any specialised skills and knowledge relating to the specialist areaDevelopment and training within this role will be offered and prioritised
Please demonstrate in your Supporting Information your interest in Rheumatology
Main duties of the job
Independently run nurse led clinics initiating and following up patients on rheumatology treatmentSupporting patients to understand their diagnosis and treatment options and promoting self managementDevelop practical skills to perform recognised Rheumatology assessmentsAnalysing and interpreting investigation to ensure patient safety on initiation of treatments and on going management
Supporting medical and nursing rheumatology colleagues to monitor and manage disease drugs and blood monitoringSupport ongoing management of patient care via a daily telephone advice line available to patientsunder the care of the rheumatology department
Participate in prescription management to enable patients to receive their treatment in a timely mannerHave excellent communication skillsHave excellent time management skillsTeam working with doctors nursing and admin staff is essential to ensure an excellent patient experience of Rheumatology
Contribute to the delivery of the rheumatology nursing service including being involved in service development and audit
Experienced Band 6 Rheumatology Nurses will provide effective clinical and managerial leadership of the department in the absence of senior members
About us
As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this fantastic role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Nursing or RGN qualificationAble to evidence recent and continuing professional development relevant to recent area of workDriver with access to a car.24 months experience as a registered Nurse
Desirable
- Experience in working with patients with Rheumatological conditionsWilling to work towards Prescribing qualification
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience of working in an acute hospital settingExperience of mentoring othersHigh standards of clinical performance in most recent area of work
Desirable
- Knowledge of Rheumatology PracticeUnderstanding of the specialist nursing roleEvidence of teaching othersEvidence of management skillsHas participated in research and audit
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Good organisational skillsCan effectively use computers and software such as Word/ExcelAbility to work independently to manage workloadAbility to problem solve, anticipate and forward planAbility to work under pressure and seek help when requiredWorks on own initiativeFlexible
Desirable
- Can undertake small project workLeadership skillsRole model
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
