• Advert will close early once sufficient number of applications is reached*
  The post holder will be responsible for the provision of skilled nursing care, within the multidisciplinary care team and specifically Rheumatology. There will be a requirement to supervise Health Care Assistants and student nurses on a day to day basis, in achieving objectives. There will be a mandatory expectation to meet competencies in Rheumatology to enable safe, autonomous running of Nurse Led Clinics.
  North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Trust are seeking a motivated registered nurse who is interested in joining Centralised Outpatients Rheumatology team. The Rheumatology department provides specialist care across three sites: North Tees, Hartlepool and Peterlee. The post holder will be required to develop knowledge and skills specifically in Rheumatology but there may also be the opportunity to work as part of the team supporting other specialties e.g dermatology, women’s health, lung health amongst others.
  This post will include taking responsibility for the daily coordination of the of Rheumatology clinics which include infusion clinics, injection clinics and other activity in the care of patients with Rheumatological conditions. The post holder will be supported through competencies in order to develop knowledge and skills that will allow them to take responsibility and accountability in providing clinical expertise, teaching and supervision of unregistered staff and students. This post will suit a nurse who is looking for an exciting, challenging role that will provide an opportunity for further development and career progression.
  It would be an advantageous if you have experience in aspects of general medicine. This is a permanent post for up to 37.5 hours per week.
  At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.
  We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition – a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.
  We recruit for values and “Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool”
  Contribute to the provision of the physical and psychological environment which is conductive to providing high standards of nursing care.
  Communicates effectively with patients, relatives, carers, all members of organisation and external agencies.
  Take charge of the Department in the absence of the OPD Sister.
  Abide by legal requirements and statutory rules relating to NMC codes, scope of practice and local policies.
  Maintain accurate and confidential clinical and nursing documentation
  Participate in the delivery of health education in the prevention of illness to our patients
  Assist in the assessment and evaluation of systems to ensure the maintenance of high quality standards of practices i.e. Nursing Strategy, 15 Steps Challenge, 6 C’s.
  Participate in research as required and the application of research findings into clinical practice and actively take part initiating new ideas and implementation of evidence based practice.
  To mentor and facilitate the education of health care assistants and student nurses.
  Take responsibility for own personal development with evidence of a personal development portfolio and support others to develop and attend training.
  Maintain a strong patient safety culture by participating in all aspects of Clinical Governance and Clinical Supervision.
  To use resources appropriately and have a knowledge of resources management.
  Demonstrate commitment to IWL principles and flexible working patterns, to meet the needs of the service and staff
  Tackle discrimination and harassment, and promote equality and diversity in the workplace

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