registered nurse Essex
Job description
We have a fixed-term opportunity that has arisen for the post of DMARD Monitoring Sister/Charge Nurse, with Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust, to commence as soon as possible.
The role involves monitoring and interpreting blood results in line with British Society for Rheumatology guidelines and local protocols. You will act on abnormal blood results, liaising with the patient's rheumatology Consultant or Clinical Nurse Specialist and informing patient and GP of any actions needing to be taken.
This is an excellent opportunity for a First level NMC registered Nurse with good clinical skills and knowledge and also ability to work independently.
To co-ordinate and deliver the provision of a DMARD monitoring service in the Rheumatology department as an integral member of a team.
The post holder will lead in DMARD monitoring which includes interpreting blood results, responding appropriately to results and ensuring relevant information is communicated to the Rheumatologists, local GPs and patients.
Adhere to BSR guidelines and local protocols on DMARD monitoring to ensure patient safety.
Contribute to the continued development of Rheumatology services which enhance patient safety, service effectiveness and efficiency across the Trust.
Under the leadership of our Chair Jacqui Smith and Matthew Trainer, our Chief Executive, we provide care for the residents of three of the most diverse London boroughs. More than half of our 7,500 strong workforce are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and most live in Barking and Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge. We also provide healthcare services to people in south west Essex, and specialist neurosciences services to the whole of the county.
Our services include all the major specialties of large acute hospitals, operating from two main sites - King George Hospital in Goodmayes and Queen’s Hospital in Romford. We also provide outpatient services at Brentwood Community Hospital, Barking Hospital, Loxford Polyclinic, and Harold Wood Polyclinic. We have two of the busiest emergency departments in London.
As we recover from Covid-19, we’re proud to be leading the way nationally in reducing the time our patients wait to get the treatment they need. The pandemic provided the drive for our teams to innovate and change.
We know we have more work to do to improve waiting times for urgent and emergency care, and our performance against the four-hour emergency access standard remains challenged, in comparison to many other London trusts.
We are particularly proud of our regional Neurosciences Centre; Radiotherapy Centre; Hyper Acute Stroke Unit; and dedicated breast care service at King George Hospital. We’re also pleased to be part of the NEL Cancer Alliance.
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.
Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.
All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.
Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Nichola Ceesay/Sarah Wood, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 4176/4188. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details below.
