Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Rheumatology CNS within UHCW. This post is based in Coventry hospital but will require cross site working at Rugby St Cross and CCHC as required.

You will play a crucial role in providing excellent clinical leadership and expertise in all aspects of rheumatology nursing by providing high quality specialist care and management throughout the patient pathway. You will co-ordinate complex patient care.

This post requires a forward thinking, highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who can problem solve with the ability to manage your own case load. Working closely with the Rheumatology consultants and the multidisciplinary team you will be responsible for the holistic care of patients.

Interviews are scheduled for 4th December 2026.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will demonstrate an enhanced level of professional accountability, autonomy and clinical judgement, undertaking complex decision-making across a broad range of clinical situations and conditions. They will be responsible for managing clinical practice within the Rheumatology Service and will contribute significantly to service development, innovation, and the delivery of evidence-based care.

The Rheumatology Clinical Nurse Specialist will provide specialist care, advice and support to patients, families, carers and all staff involved in the care and treatment of rheumatology patients with long-term health conditions throughout the diagnostic, treatment, surveillance and follow-up pathway.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details

Date posted

27 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

218-NM-B7-8392899

Job locations

University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV22DX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To demonstrate advanced practice, effectively managing a complex clinical caseload, carrying out pre-treatment assessments as well as planning and implementing care and treatment for patients with Rheumatological conditions requiring Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs or in whom anti-TNF or other Biologic therapies are indicated.
• Provide nurse-led clinical activity to support the rheumatology service across the trust. This will include running nurse-led clinics, telephone advice and clinical support
• To act as a patient's advocate and to give advice regarding treatment options in order for the patient to be able to give informed consent
• To work in collaboration with all members of the local and specialist multidisciplinary teams to ensure the provision of high quality, timely service for patients and their families
• To promote and demonstrate evidence based practice, initiate research/audit projects and encourage and support staff who wish to be actively involved in service development
• To provide support and advice in clinical areas for junior colleagues, wards and outpatients, to optimise quality improvement opportunities, and provide expert input into MDT discussions to influence care pathways and service planning
• To provide leadership support to the rheumatology nursing team, ensuring high standards of clinical practice and patient care.
• To act as a role model and mentor, promoting a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Actively engage in the Trusts policies, guidelines, and statutory responsibilities, ensuring personal compliance and supporting team adherence
• Maintain a professional awareness of developments in research, nursing practice and current trends within the fields of rheumatology nursing
• To use outcome measures, patient feedback and service data to influence and shape clinical practice, quality improvement, and commissioning priorities.
• Promote own professional development by attending appropriate confidence, courses study days, accessing and utilising relevant information
• Provide specialist teaching on rheumatology conditions, treatments, and self-management strategies to patients, carers, and healthcare professionals

For further details please see the attached job description.

Job description Job responsibilities To demonstrate advanced practice, effectively managing a complex clinical caseload, carrying out pre-treatment assessments as well as planning and implementing care and treatment for patients with Rheumatological conditions requiring Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs or in whom anti-TNF or other Biologic therapies are indicated. Provide nurse-led clinical activity to support the rheumatology service across the trust. This will include running nurse-led clinics, telephone advice and clinical support To act as a patient's advocate and to give advice regarding treatment options in order for the patient to be able to give informed consent To work in collaboration with all members of the local and specialist multidisciplinary teams to ensure the provision of high quality, timely service for patients and their families To promote and demonstrate evidence based practice, initiate research/audit projects and encourage and support staff who wish to be actively involved in service development To provide support and advice in clinical areas for junior colleagues, wards and outpatients, to optimise quality improvement opportunities, and provide expert input into MDT discussions to influence care pathways and service planning To provide leadership support to the rheumatology nursing team, ensuring high standards of clinical practice and patient care. To act as a role model and mentor, promoting a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement Actively engage in the Trusts policies, guidelines, and statutory responsibilities, ensuring personal compliance and supporting team adherence Maintain a professional awareness of developments in research, nursing practice and current trends within the fields of rheumatology nursing To use outcome measures, patient feedback and service data to influence and shape clinical practice, quality improvement, and commissioning priorities. Promote own professional development by attending appropriate confidence, courses study days, accessing and utilising relevant information Provide specialist teaching on rheumatology conditions, treatments, and self-management strategies to patients, carers, and healthcare professionals For further details please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oDegree in relevant subject or willingness to undertake oCurrent Professional Registration oEvidence of CPD oTeaching and assessing qualification oNon-medical prescribing qualification or willingness to undertake

Desirable

• oMaster's degree or working towards oLeadership qualification or completion of leadership programme oCounselling course/module oAdvanced health assessment course

Experience

Essential

• oExperienced band 6 level oProfessional clinical experience in rheumatology oHighly developed communication skills oAbility to successfully manage people and change oExperience of conflict management oA good understanding of HR policy oExperience in research and audit

Desirable

• oPrevious experience in senior nurse role within rheumatology specialism oExperience writing/producing patient information oUnderstanding of budget management

Knowledge

Essential

• oClinical knowledge of rheumatology with the ability to apply evidence to practice oAn understanding of current issues relating to the NHS oA knowledge of professional policies and procedures oKnowledge of rheumatology disorders/conditions and physiology and effect of disease upon these systems. oKnowledge of clinical governance & a commitment to clinical supervision and staff development

Skills

Essential

• Good understanding of IT and technology oAble to prioritise and meet deadlines effectively oGood management of own and others time oAble to use initiative and make decisions oAnalyses problems and implements effective and appropriate solutions oStrong leadership skills oAbility to deliver training in the specialist area oThe ability to represent the client group across other agencies.

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• o Evidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. For posts with managerial responsibility only o Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oDegree in relevant subject or willingness to undertake oCurrent Professional Registration oEvidence of CPD oTeaching and assessing qualification oNon-medical prescribing qualification or willingness to undertake Desirable oMaster's degree or working towards oLeadership qualification or completion of leadership programme oCounselling course/module oAdvanced health assessment course Experience Essential oExperienced band 6 level oProfessional clinical experience in rheumatology oHighly developed communication skills oAbility to successfully manage people and change oExperience of conflict management oA good understanding of HR policy oExperience in research and audit Desirable oPrevious experience in senior nurse role within rheumatology specialism oExperience writing/producing patient information oUnderstanding of budget management Knowledge Essential oClinical knowledge of rheumatology with the ability to apply evidence to practice oAn understanding of current issues relating to the NHS oA knowledge of professional policies and procedures oKnowledge of rheumatology disorders/conditions and physiology and effect of disease upon these systems. oKnowledge of clinical governance & a commitment to clinical supervision and staff development Skills Essential Good understanding of IT and technology oAble to prioritise and meet deadlines effectively oGood management of own and others time oAble to use initiative and make decisions oAnalyses problems and implements effective and appropriate solutions oStrong leadership skills oAbility to deliver training in the specialist area oThe ability to represent the client group across other agencies. Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential o Evidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. For posts with managerial responsibility only o Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)

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).

Additional information 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).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV22DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV22DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)