Band 7 Colorectal Clinical Nurse Specialist

Job overview

Do you have CNS colorectal experience? Do you want to work with a well-established Team in a friendly and supportive environment?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for somebody to join our dynamic CNS Team. You will deliver high quality patient care across both our sites, working as part of the wider colorectal MDT. You will be enthusiastic, motivated and be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills appropriate to the role.

The role involves provision of advice and support to colorectal patients and their significant others at all stages of their treatment journey, including pre and post-surgical intervention and during oncology treatment.

We are passionate about our patients, committed to providing an excellent service,  and are looking for a like-minded individual who will support us in delivering a prompt, seamless service.

Essential requirements:

• RGN with a degree or working towards one
• Knowledge and experience of caring for patients undergoing colorectal surgery
• Excellent communication skills
• Be able to work independently and as part of a Team
• Oncology experience is desirable

Main duties of the job

• Provide advice and support to patients undergoing colorectal cancer investigations and surgery
• Demonstrate a high level of clinical decision making and an ability to monitor and improve standards of care within the Colorectal service. He/she will influence patient care with a multi-faceted approach that includes clinical expertise teaching and research.
• Key to this role is a collaborative approach with the multi-disciplinary team to provide a comprehensive patient focused service. The post holder will be expected to continue and develop nurse led clinics and stratified follow up to support the consultant's workload and provide continuity of care for cancer patients.
• The role requires an innovative nurse with a sound vision of nursing and a commitment to providing the best patient care. Knowledge and understanding of the research process is desirable.
• Participate in the development and implementation of Integrated Care Pathways, protocols etc. within the Colorectal service area.
• Participate in the development and delivery of in-house training packages throughout the trust
• Responsible for acting in such a manner as to uphold and enhance the good standard and reputation of nursing and the Trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Louise Lucy Glavin, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 Ext. 5936. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.