Rheumatology Specialist Nurse

NHS Jobs; Exeter; Vor Ort; GBP 32.000 - 42.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

NHS Pension scheme

27 days annual leave (rising to 33)

Flexible working schemes

Staff discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Zusammenfassung

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Rheumatology Nurse to join our outpatient service in Exeter. The post holder will run clinics, manage a personal caseload, and deliver high-quality, evidence-based care within the MDT framework.

This fixed-term contract runs from 27/08/2026 to 26/08/2027. A Band 7 background is preferred, but Band 5 with rheumatology interest will be considered. 4 days per week; interviews to be confirmed.

Qualifikationen

• Several years of Rheumatology nursing experience.
• Special interest in developing Rheumatology Nursing services.
• Ability to run outpatient clinics independently and manage own caseload.
• Experience working with a multidisciplinary team.

Aufgaben

• Run outpatient Rheumatology clinics and provide high quality evidence-based care.
• Develop and support the Rheumatology Nursing service with the MDT.
• Manage own workload and assess/treat patients day-to-day without direct guidance.

Kenntnisse

Rheumatology experience

Nursing practice

Independent clinics

MDT collaboration

Jobbeschreibung

More detail about the role The Rheumatology service currently runs multiple outpatient clinics and provides an extensive service to Rheumatology patients in the South West. The service provides Consultant speciality and Nurse led clinics, in both the Nightingale Hospital and in Community Hospitals. The successful post holder would ideally have several years Rheumatology experience and have a special interest in supporting and developing Rheumatological Nursing service. The successful post holder will be able to run out patient clinics independently, providing high quality evidence-based care. They will be expected to take responsibility for their own caseload/ workload within the designated clinical areas and for the assessment and treatment of patients on a day to day basis, without direct guidance from line manager. You will be expected to work closely with all members of the MDT and to assist the Band 7 Rheumatology Nurse in service development. We would be happy to consider a band 5 with a specific interest in Rheumatology. We will review academic qualifications on a case by case basis, but would expect at least 2 years post qualification experience in nursing practice. Working Pattern: 4 days a week, hours to be discussed Interview Date: To be confirmed For further information please contact: Jill Moran, Lead Nurse on [e-mail] This is a fixed term contract from 27/08/2026 until 26/08/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity. As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

• We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
• This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications.
• Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills.
• Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
• Looking after you is important to us.
• We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
• If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
• You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
• Salary is not the only financial benefit
• You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
• You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme