About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to become part of a nationally recognised centre of excellence for rheumatological care. Previous rheumatology experience is essential for this role.
The post will enhance and already established adult rheumatology service as we work positively towards achieving best practice criteria for this specialty.
The Rheumatology Clinical Nurse Specialist is an integral member of and has a key role in the Rheumatology Department. The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the management, development and co-ordination of the treatment pathway, for a caseload of patients with rheumatological conditions.
To provide specialist nursing advice, support, education to patients, carers, nurses and other members of the multi-disciplinary team from the time of their rheumatological diagnosis and throughout treatment and follow-up phases of treatment and care.
To demonstrate advanced nursing practice, effectively managing a complex clinical caseload, carrying out pre-treatment assessments as well as planning and implementing care and treatment for patients with rheumatological conditions requiring disease modifying anti-rheumatic drugs or in whom biologic therapies are indicated.
Support the Lead CNS as required in the development, supervision and support of the rheumatology CNS team, ensuring high standards of professional practice.
(See attached Job Description for more information)
Main duties of the job
To conduct independent nurse led clinics in a safe and efficient manner, maintaining and improving standards and at all times using available evidence.
To monitor, manage and report clinical workload to ensure the effective delivery of care
To initiate, develop and implement effective methods of care delivery
To work closely with primary and secondary care and other agencies to develop and extend services for patients within the speciality, and implementation of quality initiatives and targets in conjunction with the Consultant Rheumatologists, Rheumatology Biologic Pharmacists and Lead Rheumatology CNS in accordance with local and national guidelines
To provide professional and clinical leadership within the department
To undertake any other duties required by the line manager appropriate to the grade and relevant to the post.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland StreetWe are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse Part 1 Degree in Nursing
Desirable
Master's in relevant area Teaching and Assessment programme Leadership/Management development programme Non-medical prescriber
Experience Essential
Significant post registration experience in rheumatology
Desirable
Completed/completing Masters degree
Skills and Abilities Essential
Evidence of developing and leading nurse led clinics Demonstrates current knowledge and expertise in rheumatology Evidence of ability to work collaboratively and autonomously Experience in acting as a clinical supervisor/mentor Innovative approach to service delivery Ability to manage change
Desirable
Previous experience of formal and informal teaching of patients and staff Previous experience in audit and evaluation of practice/services Published articles/poster presentations
Values Essential
Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving
Communication Essential
Demonstrates awareness and importance of working in a multidisciplinary team Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and electronic formats Communicates with patients and carers in an empathetic manner Demonstrates understanding of good practice in patient care
Personal and People Development Essential
Demonstrates evidence of professional development in line with KSF, maintains updated portfolio Experience as a preceptor/facilitator/mentor Reflective in practice Demonstrates evidence of ability to educate others
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.
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address University College London Hospitals
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)