Job summary
The purpose of the post is to provide and manage expert specialistclinical practice primarily for Rheumatology outpatients. To lead in thedevelopment of evidence-based Rheumatology practice in line withcurrent research and guidelines. To ensure that patients and theirfamilies are fully informed and supported in the management of theirRheumatology care. To link with the wider healthcare teams in order toincrease knowledge and delivery of high quality and appropriate care inboth the in-patient and outpatient clinical areas. To provide advice andsupport to Rheumatology patients
Main duties of the job
Autonomously assess patients' complex health and well being needs at all stages of their illness and seek support when appropriate.Run patient clinics in where core needs are assessed and provided.Provide specialist advice to support ward staff when patients are admitted to hospital ensuring all medical and nursing needs are understood and carried out in accordance with present standards and protocols
Adhere to bio psycho social models of rheumatology patient care.
Be responsible for supporting and managing a clinical case load in an outpatient setting toenable competent supported self management in patients and their carers.To undertake the relevant courses to be a registered prescriber for the medicines management of rheumatology patients as determined by service need and in consultation with the Non Medical Prescribing and Patient Group Directions Group and to act as a resource for clinicians in relation to treatment and care of rheumatology patients.Identify development/ learning needs to enhance practice including study for a diploma/MSc and added skills such as joint injections.
About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.
Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.
We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at ASPH. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.
We are expanding our theatres at Ashford Hospital and moving towards this becoming our dedicated elective centre. We want to create a state-of-the-art centre for excellence for planned surgical procedures.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- On-site Nurseries
- On-site staff cafes
- On-site parking
- Support in career development
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including wage stream, lease cars, Cycle to Work schemes and home electronics
Adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
For more information about a career at ASPH please visit:www.asph-careers.org
Job description
Job responsibilities
Develop and deliver high standards of specialist care by reporting practice development needs and supporting the team in service development initiatives to ensure that all rheumatology patients and carers have a quality experience, and to reduce risk and increase safety for staff and patients.Support and manage the development of the rheumatology nursing service and provide appropriateplanning for supported continuity of care.In liaison with Clinical Practitioner Educators and the Practice Development Team, lead and support the professional development of staff caring for patients with rheumatoid arthritis.In liaison with the Clinical Practitioner Educators and Clinical Placement Facilitator lead and supportthe development of students caring for rheumatology patients.In liaison with the Head of Nursing and Deputy Director of Nursing and Quality, advise and contribute to clinical governance within the Trust in rheumatology via best practice development initiatives.Take personal responsibility for ensuring own personal and professional development as outlined in the competency framework for rheumatology nursing and contemporary evidence-based management.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Develop and deliver high standards of specialist care by reporting practice development needs and supporting the team in service development initiatives to ensure that all rheumatology patients and carers have a quality experience, and to reduce risk and increase safety for staff and patients.Support and manage the development of the rheumatology nursing service and provide appropriateplanning for supported continuity of care.In liaison with Clinical Practitioner Educators and the Practice Development Team, lead and support the professional development of staff caring for patients with rheumatoid arthritis.In liaison with the Clinical Practitioner Educators and Clinical Placement Facilitator lead and supportthe development of students caring for rheumatology patients.In liaison with the Head of Nursing and Deputy Director of Nursing and Quality, advise and contribute to clinical governance within the Trust in rheumatology via best practice development initiatives.Take personal responsibility for ensuring own personal and professional development as outlined in the competency framework for rheumatology nursing and contemporary evidence-based management.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of Trust/ NHS performance targets
- A creative approach to problem solving
- Understanding of Trust Personnel Policy and Practice.
Desirable
- Master degree or working towards
- Principles of budget management.
Education, Skills, Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- Registered nurse.
- Specialist course(s) and competencies relevant to practice.
- Diploma/degree or equivalent experience, relevant to clinical practice.
- A minimum of three years post qualification clinical experience of which at least two years should be at a supervisory level.
- Experience of staff supervision and training.
Desirable
- Qualification/ competence relevant to rheumatology & practice Mentorship course or relevant teaching and assessing course.
- Management course/training
- Experience of conducting Appraisal
Person Specification
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of Trust/ NHS performance targets
- A creative approach to problem solving
- Understanding of Trust Personnel Policy and Practice.
Desirable
- Master degree or working towards
- Principles of budget management.
Education, Skills, Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- Registered nurse.
- Specialist course(s) and competencies relevant to practice.
- Diploma/degree or equivalent experience, relevant to clinical practice.
- A minimum of three years post qualification clinical experience of which at least two years should be at a supervisory level.
- Experience of staff supervision and training.
Desirable
- Qualification/ competence relevant to rheumatology & practice Mentorship course or relevant teaching and assessing course.
- Management course/training
- Experience of conducting Appraisal
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).
