Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Band 6 Rheumatology Specialist Nurse to deliver expert care for patients with rheumatology conditions across our Trust. The post is aimed at further developing nurse led care and provision of services for patients seen in the rheumatology department at all 3 sites of Buckinghamshire Healthcare Trust.We are looking for a nurse who enjoys working collaboratively as part of a small, friendly multi-disciplinary team with a focus on providing holistic,evidence based and cost effective care.Whilst this is a full -time post, consideration will also be given to applicants who wish to work part time hours.

Main duties of the job
The post involves the assessment, monitoring and treatment provision for patients with inflammatory diseases. This involves the care of patients who require disease modifying anti-rheumatic medications, biologic therapies and care of patients with osteoporosis.The main duties of the post include medication counselling, assessment of disease in nurse led clinics, drug monitoring database, osteoporosisclinics as well as administering intravenous and subcutaneous medications.A requirement to undertake further study for patients receiving chemotherapy for non-malignant conditions as well as a non-medical prescribingcourse will be essential for developing within the postWhilst previous rheumatology experience is desirable, we would welcome applications from experienced nurses who would like to develop theirinterest in caring for patients with complex auto-immune and inflammatory diseases.

About us
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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.

Alongside NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme, you'll have access to NHS discount schemes.

We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

What do we stand for?
Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.

Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.

We are working hard to increase diversity at all levels within the trust. We believe a diverse workforce can have a positive effect on both staff wellbeing and patient outcomes.

We welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, candidates with disabilities and care-experienced candidates.

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Details
Date posted: 26 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
per annum pro rata for part time
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number: 434-IM8183169
Job locations: Stoke Mandeville Hospital, Mandeville Road, Aylesbury, HP21 8AL, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

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Person Specification
Education, Qualification and Training
Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Degree in related field or equivalent experience
• Teaching and Assessing Qualification
• Prior experience in medical nursing or related speciality

Desirable

• SACT course
• Advance History Taking and Assessment
• Non- medical prescribing qualification

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Essential

• Venepuncture and cannulation skills
• Experience of MDT working
• Clinical, diagnostic and assessment skills
• Computer literate with experienced use of databases

Desirable

• Previous audit or research experience
• Completion of management or leadership programme

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).

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.