Colorectal Clinical Nurse Specialist

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Colorectal Nursing teams for a Band 7 Colorectal Nurse Specialist. We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a strong team ethos.

You will join our established Colorectal Nursing teams across the Trust providing specialist leadership, care, and support to a variety of colorectal patients. This will include those with both benign and malignant disease. It is a dual role requiring provision for both colorectal and stoma care patients. You will be acting as a source of expertise and knowledge to both patients and healthcare professionals.

Main duties of the job

1. Provide professional specialist leadership and effective management of resources to ensure high standards of nursing care for all colorectal patients.
2. Utilize specialist knowledge and skills within the multidisciplinary management team, caring for patients with colorectal disease, both benign and malignant. This includes provision for colorectal and stoma care patients.
3. Offer compassionate, sensitive care addressing physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs.
4. Act as a source of expertise and knowledge for patients and healthcare professionals.
5. Stay informed of current clinical research protocols, investigations, and procedures related to colorectal disease. Lead and teach others in implementing innovative practices.
6. Develop and implement clinical guidelines and standards.
7. Undertake research and lead clinical audits in your specialist area.
8. Support current Band 7 in the day-to-day management of existing services.
9. Participate in management of nurse-led cancer surveillance programs and RACC (Rapid Access Colorectal Cancer Pathway) Triage.

About us

Lincoln Hospital is situated in a thriving university city, offering major specialties and a 24-hour emergency service. The United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust has been granted teaching hospital status, promoting a significant teaching commitment. Pilgrim Hospital and Grantham and District Hospital serve the South Lincolnshire area, providing various specialties and emergency services. The Trusts operate under a Group arrangement called Lincolnshire Community and Hospitals NHS Group (LCHG), aimed at improving patient care across Lincolnshire.

Additional details

Date posted: 24 April 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £46,148 to £52,809 per annum (pro rata)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time

Reference number: 357-LN-039-25-VCP69

Job locations: Trust wide, Lincoln County Hospital, Lincoln, LN2 5QY

Job description and responsibilities

Review the detailed job responsibilities and apply if interested. This is a great opportunity to work with a supportive team in a reputable institution. Your NHS needs you!

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential):

• Registered Nurse (first level)
• BSc (Hons) degree or equivalent or working towards
• ENB 216 or equivalent (degree level specialist course) or willingness to undertake
• ENB 998 or equivalent

Qualifications (Desirable):

• Masters degree or equivalent
• Non-medical prescribing (V300)
• Cancer-related counselling course
• Willingness to undertake relevant courses such as physical assessment and history taking

Experience (Essential):

• Significant colorectal/stoma care experience at band 6 level

Experience (Desirable):

• Experience delivering education programmes
• Knowledge of clinical effectiveness and audit
• Experience in colorectal/general surgical ward

Specific requirements (Essential):

• Full driving license
• Ability to provide high-standard care with flexibility
• Articulate vision for colorectal service development
• Awareness of NHS changes
• Ability to work independently
• Commitment to multidisciplinary working

Knowledge (Essential):

• High knowledge of surgical treatments and developments
• Interpersonal and management skills
• Empathy with patient groups
• Leadership and change management skills
• Good time management and networking skills
• Basic computer skills

Additional requirements

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to DBS checks due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications requiring UK work sponsorship will be considered. Further info available on the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration: Current UK professional registration required. Details on NHS Careers website.