Job summary
We are looking for a dynamic, self-motived, forward thinking nurse to join our rheumatology nursing team.
You will be part of the small team within the rheumatology day unit, providing a high standard of care to our rheumatology patients.
Rheumatology day unit is a small unit with 7 treatments chairs but we can treat up to 20 patients a day.
Main duties of the job
Being competent and up to date in clinical skills, IV drugs, Venepuncture and cannulisation is essential to this role.
You will be providing a safe environment for our patients to receive their IV immuno-therapy/biologic drug treatments and osteoporosis treatments, for patients with rheumatology conditions and Osteoporosis, as well on going continuity of care and education for the rheumatology patients.
Many of the patients return on a regular basis, so we do build up a special relationship with these patients.
We have a very friendly supportive environment, with a commitment to continuing professional development.
You need to be flexible in your approach to work, with excellent communication skills as essential.
You will work closely with the rheumatology specialist nurses and the MDT team.
Although some rheumatology knowledge would be desirable, we are able to offer a comprehensive training and education program where needed.
We are at the forefront in rheumatology research, with rheumatology services evolving to incorporate advances in treatment and management of rheumatology patient care.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK
Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK
Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- RGN Nurse with current NMC Registration
- Up to date knowledge of professional issues
- Competent and up to date clinical skills, venepuncture, IV drugs, Cannulisation
Desirable
- Demonstrate professional development post-registration
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills with multi-disciplinary team / client / relatives
- Demonstrate a caring manner with an understanding disposition.
- Be interested and committed to caring for people from any type of cultural and environmental background or illness
- Able to accommodate the demands of the post with flexible working as required and good attendance
- Precise and methodical in working practice and able to work under own initiative
- Have knowledge of national guidance for patients with long term conditions
Desirable
- Evidence of working effectively within the multi-disciplinary team
- Knowledge of Trust policies and procedures
- Ability to delegate
- Resourceful and able to work on own initiatives
- Have knowledge of rheumatology nursing / care of rheumatology patients
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- RGN Nurse with current NMC Registration
- Up to date knowledge of professional issues
- Competent and up to date clinical skills, venepuncture, IV drugs, Cannulisation
Desirable
- Demonstrate professional development post-registration
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills with multi-disciplinary team / client / relatives
- Demonstrate a caring manner with an understanding disposition.
- Be interested and committed to caring for people from any type of cultural and environmental background or illness
- Able to accommodate the demands of the post with flexible working as required and good attendance
- Precise and methodical in working practice and able to work under own initiative
- Have knowledge of national guidance for patients with long term conditions
Desirable
- Evidence of working effectively within the multi-disciplinary team
- Knowledge of Trust policies and procedures
- Ability to delegate
- Resourceful and able to work on own initiatives
- Have knowledge of rheumatology nursing / care of rheumatology patients
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).
