Clinical Nurse Specialist - Rheumatology

Nhs Greater Glasgow And Clyde; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Study bursaries

Flexible working options

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) seeks an enthusiastic clinician to join the Rheumatology Day Unit at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. The role focuses on developing expertise in rheumatology within a supportive multidisciplinary team.

We offer 36 hours per week, permanent employment, and a pathway for NP development. Visa considerations may apply; ensure current right to work is stated in your application.

Qualifications

• Interest in Rheumatology and commitment to developing specialist knowledge and clinical skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Passion for improving patient care and delivering person-centred services.
• Comprehensive training and support will help the successful candidate build confidence and expertise.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with consultants, specialist nurses, pharmacists, allied health professionals, and admin colleagues to deliver high-quality, person-centred care to rheumatology patients.
• Lead proactive patient reviews.
• Support medicines optimisation and monitoring.
• Provide patient education and self-management support.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of Rheumatology services.
• Work with the wider MDT to ensure best patient outcomes.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Patient education

Clinical care

Education

Nursing registration

Job description

Job reference: 261337
Salary: Band 6 (£43,231 - £52,679)
Job closing date: 25/10/2026
Job Type: Nursing and Midwifery
Location: Glasgow Royal Infirmary
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 36
Job posted date: 09/10/2026
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde
Department: Rheumatology Day Unit

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join the Rheumatology Department at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. This exciting opportunity is ideal for someone with a genuine interest in Rheumatology who is keen to develop their knowledge, skills, and clinical expertise within a supportive and dynamic multidisciplinary team.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

Please see below for more details: Skilled Worker visa and Health and Care Worker visa

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

Permanent, full-time, 36 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday
Base location: Glasgow Royal Infirmary

Key responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with consultants, specialist nurses, pharmacists, allied health professionals, and administrative colleagues to deliver high-quality, person-centred care to patients with rheumatology conditions.
• Lead proactive patient reviews.
• Support medicines optimisation and monitoring.
• Provide patient education and self-management support.
• Contribute to the ongoing development and delivery of Rheumatology services.
• Work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure the best possible patient outcomes.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job

• An interest in Rheumatology and a commitment to developing specialist knowledge and clinical skills within the field.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Passion for improving patient care and delivering person-centred services.
• Comprehensive training and support will be provided to help the successful candidate build confidence and expertise within the speciality.
• Post-registration experience.
• As appropriate to the area of clinical practice, complete the agreed training pathway to develop the NP role.

What we offer

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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