Rheumatology Specialist Nurse

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Rheumatology Specialist Nurse The closing date is 15 October 2026 Apply for this job 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 deliver high-quality, appropriate care in bothinpatient 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 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 met in accordance with current standards and protocols. Adhere to biopsychosocial models of rheumatology patient care. Be responsible for supporting and managing a clinical caseload in an outpatient setting to enable 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 additional skills such as joint injections. About us Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest provider of acute hospital services to Surrey residents, serving a population of 410,00 people and employing approximately 4,800 staff.Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience and best outcomes for patients and the team. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to deliver our workforce plan.We work in partnership with Royal Surrey Hospital NHS Foundation Trust through a collaborative Group Model, supporting joined-up services, workforce flexibility and development opportunities.St Peter's Hospital delivers complex medical and surgical care, maternity and emergency services. Day and Orthopaedic surgery, ophthalmology and outpatient services are delivered at Ashford Hospital. Additional services are delivered at Woking Community Hospital.Our Values provide us with the behaviours we respect and can commit to. By living our values through our everyday interactions, we can build a stronger, more resilient, and forward- thinking organisation, guiding us to achieve success and make a positive impact on how we deliver our services.We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits and discounts.Please note that adverts may close early, so early application is encouraged.For more information about careers at ASPH please visit:www.asph-careers.org Details Date posted 06 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £41,957 to £50,387 a year per annum inc. HCAS Contract Permanent Workin