Colorectal Clinical Nurse Specialist

Homerton University Hospital Nhs Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Colorectal Clinical Nurse Specialist to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work closely with colorectal surgeons and lead a team of junior nurses, providing high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals diagnosed with bowel cancer. You will play a crucial role in managing complex care pathways, ensuring patients receive comprehensive support throughout their treatment journey. This position is perfect for a proactive and passionate nurse eager to make a significant impact in the field of colorectal health.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Employee assistance programs

Qualifications

• Experience in colorectal and cancer nursing is essential.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of colorectal cancer patients from diagnosis to treatment.
• Provide specialist nursing advice and support to patients and families.

Skills

Colorectal Nursing

Cancer Nursing

Patient Advocacy

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Registered Nurse Qualification

Specialization in Colorectal Nursing

Job description

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We are looking for a passionate and committed individual to join our Specialist Colorectal Nursing Team. This exciting opportunity is ideal for an experienced nurse with strong expertise in colorectal and cancer nursing.

As part of this role, you will collaborate closely with colorectal surgeons and the B7 Stoma Care CNS. You will also have responsibility for line managing the B6 Junior Colorectal CNS and two B6 STT Nurses.

We are seeking someone who is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and is eager to foster clinical excellence. As a Colorectal CNS, you will support patients diagnosed with bowel cancer throughout their journey, from diagnosis to treatment, while actively contributing to the ongoing development of the colorectal service. You will provide expert nursing care in both inpatient and outpatient settings, serving as a key resource for the team. Additionally, you will oversee the stoma care service, particularly when the B7 Stoma Care CNS is on leave, and offer support to the B6 Stoma Care Nurse Specialist.

This role is challenging and rewarding, requiring a proactive, self-motivated individual capable of managing complex care pathways. You will ensure the highest standards of care and service delivery for all patients. Strong communication skills, the ability to manage your workload effectively, and excellent problem-solving abilities are essential. You should also be an excellent team player who can work autonomously when required.

• Effectively manage a caseload of patients following established protocols and care pathways.
• Provide specialist nursing advice, clinical assessment, and support to patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals from diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up pathways, including onward referral for end-of-life care if applicable.
• Offer cancer follow-up and surveillance services for colorectal cancer patients.
• Provide comprehensive support to patients and their families, addressing clinical, emotional, psychological, and social needs.
• Provide assistance/leadership across all Colorectal services as needed (STT, 2WW, Benign and Cancer Colorectal, Stoma care, Cancer Surveillance).
• Line manage nursing staff within the lines of the remit of the role.
• Be an integral part of the established cancer team and specialist MDT, acting as a patient advocate and expert colorectal cancer nurse, coordinating patient care, and maintaining excellent communication for coordinated care.
• Play a key role in developing nursing expertise in colorectal cancer to improve patient experiences, ensuring a high standard of evidence-based nursing care.
• Develop a proactive role in health promotion to increase awareness of colorectal cancer among professionals and the public.
• Educate nursing, medical, and other staff about colorectal cancer management, serving as a resource .
• Conduct audits and service evaluations .
• Develop nurse-led services as required.
  
  

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond. We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times. We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Filipe Carvalho Job title: Nurse Consultant in Colorectal Disease Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 02085107378

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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