Job summary An Exciting opportunity has arisen within the Rheumatology Department at the Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, based at Musgrove Park & Yeovil District Hospital sites for two enthusiastic highly motivated nurses to join an evolving teamThe role requires working within the outpatient clinic setting across Somerset with patients on disease modifying drugs biologic therapies under the care of the Rheumatology DepartmentAs a registered nurse the applicant will be responsible for supporting the lead nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team ensuring that our service users needs are met through the delivery of high quality careThe successful applicant will demonstrate high standards of work at all times, be self motivated and efficient, good communication skills with a team approach but also demonstrate the ability to work independently in all aspects of patient careAs a fully integrated trust we can offer a collaborative approach to your career with us there is an opportunity to rotate across all sites and directorates to ensure your skills and knowledge are as broad as they possible can beIndividuals should be willing to develop further any specialised skills and knowledge relating to the specialist areaDevelopment and training within this role will be offered and prioritised Please demonstrate in your Supporting Information your interest in Rheumatology Main duties of the job Independently run nurse led clinics initiating and following up patients on rheumatology treatmentSupporting patients to understand their diagnosis and treatment options and promoting self managementDevelop practical skills to perform recognised Rheumatology assessmentsAnalysing and interpreting investigation to ensure patient safety on initiation of treatments and on going management Supporting medical and nursing rheumatology colleagues to monitor and manage disease drugs and blood monitoringSupport ongoing management of patient care via a daily telephone advice line available to patients under the care of the rheumatology department Participate in prescription management to enable patients to receive their treatment in a timely mannerHave excellent communication skillsHave excellent time management skillsTeam working with doctors nursing and admin staff is essential to ensure an excellent patient experience of Rheumatology Contribute to the delivery of the rheumatology nursing service including being involved in service development and audit Experienced Band 6 Rheumatology Nurses will provide effective clinical and managerial leadership of the department in the absence of senior members About us As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan there is truly something for everyone Date posted 01 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 184-OL-OR-2131 Job locations Yeovil District Hospital Higher Kingston Yeovil Somerset BA21 4AT Musgrove Park Hospital Musgrove Road Taunton Somerset TA1 5DA Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this fantastic role. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this fantastic role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Nursing or RGN qualificationAble to evidence recent and continuing professional development relevant to recent area of workDriver with access to a car.24 months experience as a registered Nurse Desirable Experience in working with patients with Rheumatological conditionsWilling to work towards Prescribing qualification Experience Essential Post registration experience of working in an acute hospital settingExperience of mentoring othersHigh standards of clinical performance in most recent area of work Desirable Knowledge of Rheumatology PracticeUnderstanding of the specialist nursing roleEvidence of teaching othersEvidence of management skillsHas participated in research and audit Additional Criteria Essential Good organisational skillsCan effectively use computers and software such as Word/ExcelAbility to work independently to manage workloadAbility to problem solve, anticipate and forward planAbility to work under pressure and seek help when requiredWorks on own initiativeFlexible Desirable Can undertake small project workLeadership skillsRole model Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Nursing or RGN qualificationAble to evidence recent and continuing professional development relevant to recent area of workDriver with access to a car.24 months experience as a registered Nurse Desirable Experience in working with patients with Rheumatological conditionsWilling to work towards Prescribing qualification Experience Essential Post registration experience of working in an acute hospital settingExperience of mentoring othersHigh standards of clinical performance in most recent area of work Desirable Knowledge of Rheumatology PracticeUnderstanding of the specialist nursing roleEvidence of teaching othersEvidence of management skillsHas participated in research and audit Additional Criteria Essential Good organisational skillsCan effectively use computers and software such as Word/ExcelAbility to work independently to manage workloadAbility to problem solve, anticipate and forward planAbility to work under pressure and seek help when requiredWorks on own initiativeFlexible Desirable Can undertake small project workLeadership skillsRole model Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Yeovil District Hospital Higher Kingston Yeovil Somerset BA21 4AT Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)