We have an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking Rheumatology team. We want to recruit an energetic and innovative Rheumatology specialist nurse into the team. This role will involve autonomous, independent clinical practice. With a background of nursing, the post holder will work closely with Consultant Rheumatologists, working towards improving service for patients.
1. Work closely with Consultant Rheumatologists and clinical nursing staff within the Neuromusculoskeletal directorate (NMSK) and other directorates within the trust towards improving service for patients.
2. Independent nurse led follow-up clinics for patients with inflammatory, autoimmune diseases for medication review/changes and pain management.
3. To contribute to the education of patients with inflammatory, autoimmune, and degenerative diseases, their carers, GPs, and other outside key roles.
4. Participate in managing the patient advice line.
5. Responsible for coordinating and/or delivering Rheumatology pathway management.
6. Responsible for coordinating and/or delivering Rheumatology training at the North Bristol NHS Trust.
7. Increase patient satisfaction and provide a competent and seamless service.
8. Be responsible for enhancing the continuity of care as planned by the Rheumatology consultants.
9. Under supervision/facilitation of the Consultant team/nursing team, develop ways of working to enhance the care and communication within the service. Utilising advanced practice skills where appropriate to drive the service forward.
10. Development of robust protocols/procedures for practice within the service to satisfy clinical governance expectations.
11. Attend the Rheumatology MDT.
12. Enhance the existing Rheumatology service through nurse-led clinics, education, and support.
13. Increase communication within the MDT.
14. Increase patient safety.
15. Increase robust written clinical documentation for all Rheumatology patients.
16. Enhance/increase the positive patient experience.
17. Facilitate/coordinate and be responsible for the timely input of data as required.
Whilst this post is advertised as AfC band 7 based on meeting essential criteria of holding PACR (or equivalent physical assessment qualification), PADRAP (or equivalent physiology for advanced practice qualification) and independent prescribing qualification, candidates not fulfilling these elements may be considered on a developmental basis. In which case, candidates would be paid at AfC band 6, pending successful completion of the required training modules.
Working for our organisation
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire, and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialties. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
If you apply for this vacancy and have not received communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.
Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses relating to interview attendance.
If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two Ticks scheme and require further support/advice, please contact us on tel 0117 414 1151.
North Bristol NHS Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.
At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT's workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQIA+ people.
Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.
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