Colorectal Practitioner, Urgent Suspected Cancer Service

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Secondment for internal candidates

Job summary

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Colorectal Nurse Practitioner to join the urgent cancer pathway team. The post holder will deliver autonomous nurse-led clinics, assess patients by telephone and in face-to-face clinics, and lead on quality and governance within colorectal services.

The successful candidate will demonstrate advanced colorectal cancer knowledge, clinical leadership and strong communication skills, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• 1st Level registered Nurse.
• Current NMC Registration.
• 1st level degree.
• Evidence of advanced learning at Masters level.
• A portfolio of career-long learning and relevant clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for own actions in accordance with Code of Professional Conduct and will contribute towards corporate objectives, acting within local, Trust and statutory guidelines and policies at all times.
• Lead on the co-ordination and nursing care of Colorectal USC patients in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, the clinical specialist group and clinical services to ensure the effective management of this patient group.
• Utilise advanced health assessment skills to ensure that the optimum physical and psychological needs of the patient are met.
• Where appropriate, initiate investigations on patients to improve access to treatment and report their findings to the appropriate clinician and patients/GPs.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Clinical governance

Autonomous practice

Colorectal knowledge

Education

1st Level registered Nurse

Current NMC Registration

1st level degree

Evidence of advanced learning at Masters level

Portfolio of career-long learning

Tools

Basic IT skills

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, innovative and enthusiastic nurse to join the Colorectal Nurse practitioners at UHCW. The post holder will be part of a dynamic team that focuses on the safe and timely delivery of the colorectal urgent suspected cancer pathway for our patients.

The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to practice autonomously, whilst also providing evidence of advanced practice and knowledge in relation to colorectal cancer. The post holder will facilitate nurse led clinics, assessing patients over the telephone and in face to face clinics. Leadership, innovation, motivation and excellent communication skills are essential as is the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. Appropriate training and supervision will be provided for the successful candidate.

Secondment will be considered for internal candidates. If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

• Highly developed communication skills enabling maintenance of high quality service within a complex and challenging environment with often, conflicting priorities.
• Responsible for the provision of a high quality professional nursing service across the Colorectal USC service, promoting best practice and implementing a review process that looks at quality and efficiency to meet the needs of patients and service.
• Contributes to development and implementation of policies, procedures and guidelines across a number of departments, ensuring that clinical governance is embedded in practice.
• Overall budget responsibility, as directed by the Director of Operations for nursing resources across colorectal services monitoring variance and implementing contingency plans as appropriate.
• Responsible for development, implementation and evaluation of projects to improve patient care and service development through the audit cycle, linking to the clinical governance framework and business planning process. Utilise extensive understanding of colorectal cancer pathway to deliver specialist nursing to colorectal patients at all points of the pathway.
• Undertake direct workload requiring moderate to high physical effort according to patient dependency or staff need.
• Demonstrate through effective leadership the ability to provide professional and emotional support to individuals and groups, e.g. during difficult situations or unexpected events.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation. Apply through our website for further details of this prestigious award.

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details

Date posted: 30 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 8a
Salary: £57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 218-NM-B8A-8401661

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Accountable for own actions in accordance with Code of Professional Conduct and will contribute towards corporate objectives, acting within local, Trust and statutory guidelines and policies at all times.
• Lead on the co-ordination and nursing care of Colorectal USC patients in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, the clinical specialist group and clinical services to ensure the effective management of this patient group.
• Utilise advanced health assessment skills to ensure that the optimum physical and psychological needs of the patient are met.
• Where appropriate, initiate investigations on patients to improve access to treatment and report their findings to the appropriate clinician and patients/GPs.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 1st Level registered Nurse
• Current NMC Registration
• 1st level degree
• Evidence of advanced learning at Masters level
• A portfolio of career-long learning and relevant clinical experience

Desirable

• Registered teaching qualification
• Willingness to study to doctorate level

Experience

Essential

• Extensive post registration clinical experience of working in the Colorectal Speciality at a senior nursing level
• A breadth of current or very recent experience in working with Colorectal patients at an advanced level in the acute sector.
• Evidence of leadership development
• Knowledge of national Colorectal service standards and innovation.

Desirable

• Evidence of conducting research
• Evidence of peer reviewed articles
• Evidence of conference presentations

Knowledge

Essential

• Evaluation and clinical audit experience
• Appraisal and application of research in practise
• Working knowledge of government strategies related to the NHS

Desirable

• Evidence of conducting research
• Evidence of peer reviewed articles
• Evidence of conference presentations

Skills

Essential

• Highly developed motivational skills and a strong commitment to staff involvement and empowerment
• Persuasive with strong influencing skills
• Highly developed problem solving, critical appraisal and independent decision making skills with appropriate reference to others
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships internally and externally
• Basic IT skills
• A proven track record of effective leadership in nursing and across multi-professional groups

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Evidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. For posts with managerial responsibility only.
• Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found on the criminal records checks for overseas applicants guidance page.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, CV2 2DX, United Kingdom

Employer's website: https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk

For questions about the job, contact:
Colorectal Practitioner, Claire Jackson, [e-mail], 02476965687

The Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. Applicants are considered on the basis of their skills, experience and suitability for the role.