Rheumatology Support Nurse

Rheumatology Support Nurse

Closing date is 16 March 2026.

An opportunity has opened up in our Rheumatology Department. We are looking for a passionate and motivated Band 5 Rheumatology Support Nurse to join our multi‑disciplinary team. The successful applicant will become a valued member of our established team, providing care to patients with a wide variety of Rheumatological conditions.

Please note that we have no access to OSCE support courses, and nurses pending registration are welcome to apply but must be able to evidence that they have satisfied the NMC Objective Structured Clinical Examination Test of Competence

• To have a supportive role to the Rheumatology Nurse Specialist team of 7 nurses and provide a nursing contribution to the clinical management of patients with Rheumatological Disease.
• Administer Intravenous Infusions of infliximab, rituximab and other rheumatological medications, alongside bisphosphonates on a day‑case basis.
• Support the clinical nurse specialists to provide open access to patients through the Rheumatology helpline and e‑mails ensuring specialised advice and support is given.

The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH) is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.

In the National Staff Survey, 74% of our staff would recommend the Trust as a place to work and 92% would recommend the hospital to a friend or relative for treatment.

Joining RJAH is more than just a job – we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role. We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you’ll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state‑of‑the‑art facilities.

RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham. The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line. We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales.

It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.

• Provide advice and support to patients and their families with regards to the care and management of patients with inflammatory joint disease.
• To ensure effective liaison and professional relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in health promotion and the prevention of ill health. Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that encourage them to live healthily and apply principles of self‑care.
• Participate in consultant and nurse led clinics at base as and when required.
• Record information about patients in a safe, accurate and consistent manner including computerised patient records.
• To comply with and fulfil the objectives of the rheumatology service and to be responsible for initiating objectives within the rheumatology team.
• Participate in audits and research in Rheumatology services to improve practice as directed by line management.
• Attend appropriate meetings and attend courses to gain a more in-depth knowledge and supplement in‑house learning.

• Registered Adult Nurse with Current NMC registration.

• Evidence of working within both medical and surgical divisions.
• Rheumatology education/experience.

• Flexible and adaptable approach to meet the changing demands of the service.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Professional attitude to work.
• Licence holder to fulfil any travel requirements of the post.

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.

The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Hospital

£31,049 to £37,796 a year pro rata

Permanent

Part‑time

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The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Hospital