Job summary
- Main area
- Rheumatology
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 279-6853286-DEC24
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Princess Royal Hospital
- Town
- Haywards Heath
- Salary
- £37,338 - £44,962 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 05/01/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Rheumatology Clinic Nurse Specialist
Band 6
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
We are pleased to announce an opening for the position of Rheumatology Clinical Nurse Specialist within the Musculoskeletal Directorate at The Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton and The Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath. This is a distinctive opportunity for a nurse who possesses the appropriate skills and qualifications to become a valued member of our dedicated Clinical Nurse Specialist Team.
The post holder will be involved in all aspects of managing a caseload of patients within the speciality. They will undertake nurse led clinics and work as an independent practitioner whilst promoting a collaborative and multiprofessional approach to patient care pathways.
To be eligible for this position, applicants should demonstrate a genuine interest in rheumatological conditions and a commitment to providing care for patients with long-term health issues. You will be responsible for promoting a safe and compassionate environment for patients. Additionally, it is crucial that you possess strong time management skills and the ability to work independently.
We offer a friendly and stimulating professional environment for you to develop and work in. We can also offer training and support to help you advance in your career. If you have any questions regarding the post then please contact Alex Acheampong, Lead Rheumatology CNS e-mail [email protected]
Main duties of the job
· Have excellent communication skills with patients, carers and other health professionals both individual or group setting. Providing and receiving information which at times can be complex and sensitive.
· Ensure all clinical documentation is completed to the highest standard meeting NMC and Trust guidelines.
· Work as an effective member of the team to help develop protocols and guidelines to support clinical practice and ensuring these are updated as required
· Work as an effective member of the team with respect to service development, business planning and service delivery.
· Contribute to the setting and monitoring of standards in rheumatology nursing practice and service provision.
· Able to re organise workload appropriately as the case load may be unpredictable which could occur on a daily basis.
· Liaise and work closely with the rheumatology nurse specialists and medical team in the delivery of care for patients with rheumatological conditions.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
· Liaise and work closely with the rheumatology nurse specialists and medical team in the delivery of care for patients with rheumatological conditions.
· Develop autonomous nursing practice and manage own caseload of patients under supervision of the senior nurse specialist and medical staff in the delivery of care.
· Provide advice to patients, carers and other health professionals via the rheumatology nurse advice line. In providing advice the nurse specialist must recognise their own limitations.
· Develop musculoskeletal examinations skills.
· Review rheumatology patients assessing, planning, monitoring and evaluating their care and report any clinical risk.
· Manage and analyse blood results, recognising abnormal blood results and withholding treatment and repeating bloods as necessary.
· Request x rays and ultrasounds according to department protocol after appropriate training.
· Provide IM steroid injections according to PGD after appropriate training.
· Provide and promote health education and advice in rheumatology and treatments available.
· Plan and implement care based on sound theoretical knowledge and evidence.
· Have excellent clinical judgment skills which require analysis and interpretation of a range of clinical options in regards to patient care.
· Ensure the use of clinical governance framework and resources to guide practice
Person specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential criteria
- Registered Nurse with NMC PIN
- Mentorship or other equivalent teaching certificate
- Experience of caring for patients with rheumatoid arthritis and other connective tissue diseases
Desirable criteria
- Health Promotion experience
- Experience of forward planning and managing own caseload.
- First level degree
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Alex Acheampong
- Job title
- Lead Rheumatology Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01444441881
- Additional information
Extension number 68277
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