An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurse to join our expert nursing team within the Rheumatology Specialty. We are looking for a dynamic individual who must have Rheumatology experience. You will be fully supported to develop existing and new skills working within frameworks of competence.
As a band 7, you will have V300 and rheumatology experience, preferably with a recognised rheumatology qualification. We would welcome applicants as a band 6 - you will be fully supported to complete in-house competencies, V300, and a rheumatology qualification. On successful completion, you will progress to band 7.
Main duties of the job
You will be joining a multi-disciplinary rheumatology service that continues to grow and develop, working alongside Consultant Rheumatologists, Junior doctors, other specialty nurses/Advance Rheumatology Practitioners, dedicated Health Care Assistants, and Pharmacists. There is full administrative support, and the team works collaboratively with the Rheumatology Therapy Team that comprises of Specialist Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Occupational Therapists, and Counselling.
About us
The specialist Rheumatology service is based in the center of Bolton at Bolton One, a large, vibrant, and modern building which incorporates multiple Bolton NHS Foundation Trust clinical services, the Jason Kenny Centre with swimming pool, as well as faculties of Bolton University.
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust is an integrated provider of acute, intermediate, and community health care serving the population of Bolton. Here at Bolton, our patients and people are at the heart of everything we do. We ensure our patients receive the highest quality of care and are guided by our trust values. We are proud that our Trust is a centre of excellence for maternity, neonatal, and care for children, and that it has been rated as Good by the Quality Care Commission (CQC). This is in recognition of the patient experience and quality of care that our staff provide to patients.
The aims of this Trust are to improve the health of our people and provide the best possible care to the population we serve and ensure that our staff have joy and pride in their work. We are striving to recruit a workforce that reflects the communities in which we serve. Staff are valued, and we can offer excellent opportunities for further training and development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information regarding the key responsibilities of this role, please see the attached job description. If you have any further questions regarding this role, please do not hesitate to contact us via the information below. So, if you are someone with the skills and abilities, and drive and determination to deliver excellent services for the benefit of our patients and their families, then we would love to hear from you.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* RGN/RN qualification
* NMC registration
* Non-Medical prescriber
Desirable
* Certificate in Rheumatology
* Mentor qualification
* Management/leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
* Experience of managing a caseload
* Experience of working in Rheumatology
* Experience of giving intramuscular injections
* Intravenous infusion experience
Desirable
* Experience of breaking, discussing bad news
* Patient self-management programmes
* Research nurse experience
Skills
Essential
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills/telephone manner
* Venepuncture
* Excellent IT skills
* Demonstrates leadership skills
Desirable
* Clinical supervision
* Appraisal
Knowledge
Essential
* Up to date knowledge of Rheumatology conditions
* NICE/DoH guidelines
Desirable
* Clinical Practice training
Other
Essential
* Ability to travel
* Flexible in working hours
* Punctual
* Motivated
Employer details
Employer name
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bolton One
Moor Lane
Bolton
BL3 5BG
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