Senior Nutrition Nurse Specialist – Gastroenterology Lead

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Lead Nutrition Nurse Specialist to join the Gastroenterology department. Responsibilities include providing expert clinical nutrition support, leading service improvements, and managing a caseload of patients. The role requires advanced clinical practice and mentoring of junior staff. Candidates must be a Registered Nurse and have expertise in Nutrition, with a focus on patient-centered care. This position is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking NHS Trust.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Commitment to equality and diversity

Supportive work environment

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical support in Nutrition for patients.
• Lead service improvement initiatives within the department.
• Act autonomously and manage own caseload of patients.
• Mentor and supervise junior staff in clinical practices.

Skills

Advanced clinical practice

Patient assessment

Medication prescribing

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Clinical supervision

Education

Registered Nurse status

Postgraduate qualifications in Nutrition

Job description

A healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Lead Nutrition Nurse Specialist to join the Gastroenterology department. Responsibilities include providing expert clinical nutrition support, leading service improvements, and managing a caseload of patients. The role requires advanced clinical practice and mentoring of junior staff. Candidates must be a Registered Nurse and have expertise in Nutrition, with a focus on patient-centered care. This position is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking NHS Trust.