Job summary
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 and motivated 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 formaternity, neonataland 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. It is also supported by our Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professional Framework for Professional Practice.
The aims of this Trust are to improve the health of our people and provide the best possible care to the population in which 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.
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
- Vene puncture
- Excellent IT skills
- Demonstrates leadership skills
Desirable
- Clinical supervision
- Apprasial
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
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
- Vene puncture
- Excellent IT skills
- Demonstrates leadership skills
Desirable
- Clinical supervision
- Apprasial
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
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
