Specialist Nurse (Rheumatology)

TN United Kingdom; South Molton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Specialist Rheumatology Nurse to join their dedicated team. This role involves providing high-quality, evidence-based care to patients, managing your own caseload, and contributing to service development. Ideal candidates will have experience in Rheumatology and a passion for enhancing nursing services. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values inclusivity and professional growth, offering competitive benefits and a commitment to work-life balance.

Benefits

Paid Annual Leave

NHS Pension

Staff Discounts

Flexible Working

Occupational Health Services

Qualifications

• Several years of Rheumatology experience preferred.
• At least 2 years of post-qualification practice experience.

Responsibilities

• Run patient clinics independently, providing high-quality care.
• Assess and treat patients daily without direct guidance.

Skills

Rheumatology Nursing

Patient Assessment

Evidence-Based Care

Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration

Education

Nursing Qualification

Post-Qualification Practice Experience

Job description

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Specialist Nurse (Rheumatology), South Molton

Client: Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Role Summary

A new opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Rheumatology Nurse to join our dedicated Multidisciplinary Rheumatology team at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The role will be based at North Devon District Hospital in Barnstable, and the post holder will work within the acute hospital and cover community clinics across North Devon.

About the Role

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities, please click the link below.

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 offers Consultant-led and Nurse-led clinics in North Devon District Hospital and secondary care settings such as South Molton & Bideford Hospitals.

The successful post holder would ideally have several years of Rheumatology experience and a special interest in supporting and developing Rheumatological Nursing services. They will be able to run patient clinics independently, providing high-quality evidence-based care. They will be responsible for their own caseload and workload within the designated clinical areas, assessing and treating patients daily without direct guidance from their line manager.

You will work closely with all members of the MDT and assist the Band 7 Rheumatology Nurse in service development.

We would consider a Band 5 nurse with a specific interest in rheumatology, willing to learn and progress to Band 6. Academic qualifications will be reviewed case by case; at least 2 years of post-qualification practice experience is preferred.

Working Pattern: Between the hours of : and : over 5 days

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Lisa Oakley, Clinical Nurse Manager/Rheumatology Nurse Specialist

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 encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognize the benefits of 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 the vacancy when sufficient applications are received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2, combining the expertise of the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Covering Northern, Eastern, and Mid Devon, our workforce exceeds , staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. We provide core services to over , people across more than 2,000 square miles, with some specialist services extending as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver emergency, specialist, and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Our services include community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and home-based care, alongside primary and specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies, and strong university links enable us to lead in research and innovation, providing world-class care.

Our values are central to our work; click here to find out more.

Joining us now means helping to shape future services as we continue our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We support work-life balance through flexible working, family-friendly policies, and comprehensive occupational health services, including counseling, wellbeing activities, and groups.

Starting NHS staff receive days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with service length.

Benefits include access to staff discounts, a nursery, car schemes, the NHS Pension, and Cycle to Work.

These benefits are just a few examples. If interested, we would love to hear from you.