Rheumatology Biologics Specialist Nurse Conquest Hospital - Cross Site

A Vacancy at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic registered nurse to join the Rheumatology Team, working across site as a Specialist Nurse alongside the Rheumatology Consultants and lead Nurse Specialist – The post holder will be responsible for assessing patients Rheumatological conditions including eligibility for DMARD and Biologic treatments to control their inflammatory arthritis and then monitoring the efficacy ongoing. They will also ensure that blood monitoring is carried out in a timely manner to ensure treatment is not interrupted.

We are seeking a dynamic and forward thinking RGN with some experience of managing a specialised service to patients with inflammatory arthritic conditions. You will be expected to have excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work both independently and within a team. Ideally you will have education to degree level and evidence of continuing professional practice. Experience of the complexities of rheumatological conditions would be an advantage.

In return we will offer you excellent managerial support and commitment to your personal professional development. We expect all our staff to share the values that are important to the trust – being excellent, kind, responsible and respectful – and behave in a way that reflects these.

The post is challenging but will provide you with varied experience and opportunities for professional development within a friendly and supportive team. Training and opportunities to broaden your experience will be available as appropriate. There may also be the opportunity for involvement in clinical research.

To undertake assessment and monitoring for patients receiving biologic therapy, acting as a source of expertise and knowledge through the provision of education and support.

Providing a liaison between outpatients clinics, day unit therapy, external homecare providers and primary care ensuring continuity of care for patients undergoing biologics therapy.

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

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This advert closes on Thursday 30 Jul 2026