Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, experienced ENT band 6 nurse to join our dynamic MDT at the Royal Free trust but will predominantly work at Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals. You will work independently and collaboratively, managing a clinical caseload, lead nurse-led clinics, and support patients throughout their journey
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership: Support the management ENT patients, conducting clinical assessments, planning care, and initiating treatment plans for in and out patients . Nurse-Led Clinics: Run autonomous clinics (e.g.,minor procedures such as micro suction, tracheostomy tube change clinics, wound care clinics, & allergy testing). MDT Collaboration: Work closely with ENT Consultants, Speech & Language Therapists and other MDT to coordinate patient journeys. Patient Education: Act as a key resource for patients and families, providing expert advice, support, and detailed information regarding conditions and treatment plans. Service Development: Support clinical audits, drive evidence-based practice, and contribute to the development of departmental guidelines and policies.
You will be supported by the band 7 CNS and ENT matron whilst working within a small supportive team of CNS's who take pride in providing compassionate care and maintaining excellent communication between them.
There will be opportunities to learn and extend your knowledge of ENT
We welcome your interest in this fascinating speciality
Main duties of the job
To support the Clinical Nurse Specialist, in the management and delivery of a high quality holistic service for patients who require specialist ENT care. The post holder will have sound knowledge and skills in management of Ear, Nose and Throat conditions He/ she will work collaboratively with colleagues in the ENT team and other colleagues across the Trust to facilitate high quality individualized care to patients The post holder will support the CNS in monitoring standards of care by clinical audit throughout the Trust and in delivering relevant teaching programme to all professional groups He/she is expected to work with minimal close supervision. The post holder will be a member of the relevant clinical groups and represent ENT nursing issues accordingly.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description document which will provide a more detailed description of role and main responsibilities.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- 3 years post registration experience
- Experience of MDT working
Desirable
- Experience of working in inpatient and outpatient setting
- Experience of implementing change in a clinical setting
Other requirements
Essential
- Good attendance record
- Computer Literacy
- Flexible approach to work
- Able to work under pressure to meet deadlines
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills with attention to detail
- An understanding of quality, clinical risk, clinical governance, national benchmarks and other professional issues
Desirable
- Knowledge of research & audit methodology
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- First level registration
- Mentorship/ preceptorship or equivalent teaching qualification
Desirable
- Working towards a degree or evidence of continuing education
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This advert is for Band 6 ENT Clinical nurse specialist with Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust in Barnet, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Clinical nurse specialist role. The advertised salary is £45,953 - £54,254 per annum inclusive of HCAS. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 24 Jun 2026.
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