Rheumatology Clinical Nurse Specialist (Band 6 )

NHS; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated clinical professional to provide specialist care in rheumatology during a fixed-term maternity cover. This role is crucial in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to patients, enhancing their treatment experience, and supporting the multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will lead service development initiatives, ensuring best practices are followed while fostering a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about improving patient care and making a meaningful impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Expertise in delivering high-quality care for rheumatology patients.
• Experience in staff development and clinical governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage delivery of evidence-based care for rheumatology patients.
• Support the development of rheumatology nursing services and staff.

Skills

Rheumatology expertise

Clinical governance

Patient care management

Staff development

Education

Nursing qualification

Specialist training in Rheumatology

Job description

Job summary

This fixed-term post has been created to provide expert, specialist clinical care for Rheumatology outpatients during the maternity leave of the current post-holder. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care for patients with rheumatological conditions over a one-year period.

The post-holder will play a pivotal role in supporting patients and their families throughout their care journey, ensuring they are fully informed, supported, and involved in decisions relating to their treatment. They will work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team across both inpatient and outpatient settings to enhance the quality and consistency of care provided.

A key aspect of the role involves contributing to the development of rheumatology services in line with the latest research and clinical guidelines. The post-holder will also offer advice, support, and education to both patients and healthcare professionals to promote best practices and service improvement.

Demonstrated contribution to achieving the Trust's vision, strategic objectives, and key work programmes.

Proven and sustained improvements in clinical standards and patient care within the Rheumatology service.

Evidence of staff development initiatives tailored to meet the needs of patients in both the outpatient clinic and inpatient settings.

Clear contribution to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of rheumatology care delivery.

Main duties of the job

1. Develop and deliver high standards of specialist care by reporting practice development needs and supporting the team in service development initiatives to ensure that all rheumatology patients and carers have a quality experience, and to reduce risk and increase safety for staff and patients.
2. Support and manage the development of the rheumatology nursing service and provide appropriate planning for supported continuity of care.
3. In liaison with Clinical Practitioner Educators and the Practice Development Team, lead and support the professional development of staff caring for patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
4. In liaison with the Clinical Practitioner Educators and Clinical Placement Facilitator, lead and support the development of students caring for rheumatology patients.
5. In liaison with the Head of Nursing and Deputy Director of Nursing and Quality, advise and contribute to clinical governance within the Trust in rheumatology via best practice development initiatives.
6. Take personal responsibility for ensuring own personal and professional development as outlined in the 'competency framework for rheumatology nursing' and contemporary evidence-based management.