About this role
Job summary
The post holder will be expected to provide clinical expertise and knowledge whilst demonstrating a sound understanding of the issues related to the identification, assessment, treatment, and management for patients with rheumatological conditions. The individual will monitor and improve standards of care through supervision of practice, clinical audits, evidence-based practice, teaching and supporting professional colleagues and the provision of skilled professional leadership, e.g. nurse-led Early Arthritis Clinics. The individual will actively contribute to the clinical governance processes within the service, working within NICE guidelines for anti-TNF/JAK-inhibitor Biologic therapy clinics.
The successful candidate will be required to work at MRI/NMGH
Main duties of the job
Working as part of a team of rheumatology nurses and clinical support workers ensuring communication is exceptional at all times
Ensuring the nursing advice line is a priority throughout the working day, responding to and triaging phone calls in a timely and professional manner
Working alongside the rheumatology MDT and providing collaborative patient care
Nurse led clinics will be 50% of the new candidates role once training period is successful
Recognising opportunities for quality improvement and assisting the senior rheumatology nurse in the implementation and audit of these ideas
Ensuring the department is organised, clean and tidy assisting the clinical support workers to set up and clean down after clinic
Using the RCN rheumatology nurse framework the candidate will ensure that each aspect of this framework is acknowledged
There may be the opportunity to learn how to administer soft tissue and joint injections as part of the role
Ensuring patient satisfaction is key - good communication and listening skills are pertinent.
Using the computer daily is part of the role, having good IT skills is important especially with the role out of our new electronic patient record "The HIVE" in September 2022
Recognising the wider MDT and awareness of staff wellbeing and the importance of this.
Supporting our student nurses to become an exceptional future nursing workforce to be proud of.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time
Job description Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
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Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Educational Essential
Relevant Professional Qualification Teaching Qualification
Desirable
Educated to 1st Degree Level Rheumatology Qualification
Knowledge Essential
Significant exposure to chronic disease management Evidence of Continual Professional Development to a specialist level Experience of and commitment to interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary team working Experience of supervision of qualified staff, students and nursing assistants
Desirable
Experience caring for patients with rheumatalogical conditions Evidence of involvement in governance activities
Clinical Skills Essential
Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills Good organisational / planning / prioritisation skills Ability to work as part of a wide reaching multidisciplinary team Able to work autonomously with ability to seek guidance appropriately with individuals or in a group setting Effective written communication skills e.g. clinical records, reports to other health care professionals and external agencies Flexible attitude to work and providing patient care Able to handle highly sensitive situations Ability to reflect and critically appraise own practise
Desirable
NMP qualification Joint injection qualification Ability to ensure exemplary communication and reflection with colleagues and seniors at all times.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address THE KELLGREN CENTRE FOR RHEUMATOLOGY
MANCHESTER ROYAL INFRIMARY
Manchester
M13 9WL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)