Job overview
We would like to appoint a progressive and determined individual who is committed to excellence in patient care to join the Rheumatology Nursing Team.
There is now an opening as a Rheumatology Specialist Nurse within the Musculoskeletal Directorate at the Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath and The Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton.
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 multi professional approach to patient care pathways.
To be considered for the post the applicant must be a Registered Nurse who advocates excellence in clinical practise at all times.
We offer a friendly and stimulating professional environment for you to develop and work in.
We can offer a developmental role at a Band 6, if you wish to progress your career and develop opportunities within the Clinical Nurse Specialist Role but at present do not have the necessary criteria for the Band 7 position. Training and supervision will be given to support you in your development. Please see specific Job Description for Band 6 Rheumatology Clinical Nurse Specialist attached for all the details. ( The Band 6 job Description is pending ratification).
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work within the specialist team to help provide an excellent Rheumatology nursing service for rheumatology patients. they will provide clinical care with the opportunity to discuss individual patient cases with rheumatology consultants where appropriate and also liaise with multi-professional colleagues to facilitate and improve patient care.
Working for our organisation
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. 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 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder will work within the specialist team to help provide an excellent Rheumatology nursing service for rheumatology patients. they will provide clinical care with the opportunity to discuss individual patient cases with rheumatology consultants where appropriate and also liaise with multi-professional colleagues to facilitate and improve patient care.
see attached Job Descriptions for Band7/6
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. NMC level1 or RN
2. Mentorship or other teaching qualification
3. First level degree
4. Master’s Degree or equivalent level of training plus experience
Desirable criteria
5. Completion of the RCN rheumatology competency framework
6. Advanced physical assessment course
7. Recognised course relevant to speciality
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
8. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
9. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Important information for applicants:
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