Job summary
Employer heading
Staff Nurse - DMARD
Band 5
Welcome to Swansea Bay University Health Board. We welcome applications from people who share our values: caring for each other, working together and always improving.
Swansea Bay University Health Board reserve the right to close this vacancy after 24 hours if a large number of suitable applications are received. Therefore we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post.
Prior consideration for this vacancy will be given to staff currently awaiting redeployment and we therefore reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any stage.
The salary scale above has been agreed as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2024/2025 and will be implemented in November 2024 backdated to 1st April 2024 where applicable.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the rheumatology nursing team. The Rheumatology nursing team provide a range of nurse led services.
The DMARD nurse is a band 5 role within this team and will be based in Neath Port Talbot. Their role is to be responsible for the monitoring of the Rheumatology patients who are receiving Disease Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (D.M.A.R.D.s).
The nurse will be responsible for blood monitoring, to do this they will send out of relevant blood forms and monitor and interpret results within departmental protocols. They will work closely with the rheumatology consultant team escalating any concerns to them. Once bloods are monitored the right person will need to employ excellent time management skills to liaise with the team and to ensure the timely provision of prescriptions for patients.
The nurse will need to be digitally literate and be confident in using a variety of digital systems to look up and record blood results and patient communications and prescriptions supplied, n.b. you do not need to be a nurse prescriber for this role, and full training on the systems required for use will be given.
Once a patient is established on DMARDs the nurse will ensure the smooth transition from secondary to primary care, liaising with GPs and other community services.
Main duties of the job
The right candidate will also need to be able to communicate effectively via the telephone with patients and other family members. They should be able to establish a good rapport with patients and work well within a multi-disciplinary team which includes nurses, clinical nurse specialists, doctors, pharmacists, secretaries, and administrative staff.
As the DMARD nurse you will be expected to develop a comprehensive knowledge base of DMARD medications including reactions and common side effects. There may also be opportunities to support other areas in rheumatology such as the biological service with blood monitoring.
The DMARD nurse will also be expected to assist in audit processes.
This is a unique role and we encourage informal conversations with the nursing team so that you can fully understand the role and its scope.
Working for our organisation
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential criteria
- NMC registered
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of post registration study and training, e.g.
- POVA
- Child Protection
- Intermediate Life Support if required in clinical setting
Experience
Essential criteria
- Pre-registration evidence in direct nursing care
- Experience of providing holistic nursing care
- Interest in developing nursing skills
Desirable criteria
- Clear understanding of clinical governance framework
- Implement evidence based practice
Other
Essential criteria
- Ability to travel within geographical area.
- Able to work hours flexibly.
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.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Tracy Jones
- Job title
- Matron
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Additional information
For Informal enquires and arrange an informal visit please contract Matron Tracy Jones ext 2562
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