Rheumatology Specialist Nurse

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; City of Westminster; Presencial; GBP 29.000 - 37.000; Jornada completa

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Flexible working

NHS pension scheme

Annual leave entitlement

Career development opportunities

Blue Light Card benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking motivated Registered Nurses to join our Rheumatology Service across Somerset. Travel to clinics at various hospital sites is required, so a full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.

Roles include independent and collaborative work in hospital and community settings, with both full-time and part-time opportunities available. Comprehensive training and development support is provided by the Rheumatology Specialist Nursing Team and

Formación

• NMC registration and Band 5 eligibility.
• Evidence of up-to-date CPD and IT skills including MS Office.
• Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for clinics across sites.
• Good literacy and English language skills.
• NHS experience with at least 3 years in a relevant post.

Responsabilidades

• Support assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for rheumatology patients.
• Provide patient education on disease management, medications, lifestyle changes and self-management.
• Monitor patients on DMARDs and biologics with safety checks and follow-up.
• Assist with nurse-led clinics, patient reviews and telephone advice under supervision.
• Recognise changes in patient condition and concerns about treatment effectiveness or side effects.
• Coordinate care with consultants, pharmacists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and primary care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to audits and quality improvement.
• Promote high standards of patient-centred care and develop rheumatology knowledge.

Educación

NMC registered

CPD IT skills (MS Office)

Driving licence

Literacy/English proficiency

NHS experience (3+ years)

Descripción del empleo

We are seeking confident, motivated Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our Rheumatology Service and play an active role in the ongoing integration and transformation of a wider, joined-up Somerset service. The service operates across Somerset, and successful applicants will be required to travel to clinics held at various hospital sites. Therefore, a full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. Working alongside the Lead Rheumatology Specialist Nurse and multidisciplinary team members, the post holder will provide specialist nursing care and support for patients with inflammatory arthritis and connective tissue diseases across Somerset Foundation Trust The role involves working independently and collaboratively in both hospital and community settings to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care. Both full-time and part-time opportunities are available. These positions have been created to strengthen and expand an established and supportive team. Comprehensive training and guidance will be provided by the Rheumatology Specialist Nursing Team and the wider multidisciplinary team, enabling successful candidates to develop specialist knowledge and skills. Opportunities for external study and professional development will also be available where appropriate. Informal visits/chats always welcome - contact us today to discuss the position in more detail or organise for you to come and visit!

Key responsibilities

• Support the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for patients with rheumatological conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, spondyloarthritis and connective tissue diseases.
• Provide patient education and advice on disease management, medications, lifestyle changes and self-management strategies.
• Monitor patients receiving disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) and biologic therapies, ensuring appropriate safety checks and follow-up.
• Assist with specialist nurse-led clinics, patient reviews and telephone advice services under supervision.
• Recognise and elevate changes in patient condition, concerns regarding treatment effectiveness, or potential medication side effects.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary team members, including consultants, pharmacists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and primary care services.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to service audits, quality improvement initiatives and data collection.
• Promote high standards of patient-centred care while developing specialist rheumatology knowledge and skills.

Qualifications

• Hold an appropriate professional qualification recognised by the Royal College of Nursing E.g., RGN, Diploma in Nursing
• Current NMC registration Minimum 3 years post registration as Band 5 RGN.
• Evidence of up to date CPD IT skill including a working knowledge of Microsoft office suite.
• Car driving required as a core requisite for the post, commute to peripheral units during working hours for clinical commitments.
• Previous NHS experience (minimum 3 years)
• Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills
• Ability to be able to cope with challenging behaviour and apply the appropriate management strategies.

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer, Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Benefits

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
• Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.