Spinal Clinical Nurse Specialist | Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

IMPERIAL COLLEGE HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the City of London is seeking a highly motivated Band 7 Spinal CNS. This role supports spinal cord injury patients in managing their bladder and bowel function, involves multidisciplinary teamwork, and promotes evidence-based practice. The ideal candidate will be registered with the NMC and possess experience in neurological rehabilitation. Flexible working options and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Career development

Flexible working

Staff recognition scheme

Optional benefits including Cycle to Work

Qualifications

• Experience in neurological rehabilitation.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Support spinal cord injury patients in managing bladder and bowel function.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals to facilitate a seamless service.
• Implement evidence-based practice and contribute to research activities.

Education

Registered with the NMC and hold a valid PIN.

Job description

This role is for a 12-month fixed term contract as a Band 7 Spinal CNS and is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced senior nurse who has a keen interest in developing their career in neurological rehabilitation.

The primary focus of the Spinal CNS will be to support spinal cord injury patients in managing and optimizing their bladder and bowel function. The successful candidate will provide rapid access to acute rehabilitation (RAAR), contribute to specialist care planning, and deliver educational support for both patients and staff.

The post holder will be an integral member of the MDT and will serve as an expert resource for other HCPs, particularly in the management of neurogenic bladder and bowel dysfunction.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and promote effective communication with patients, relatives, visitors, colleagues within the Trust and all involved with the Spinal service.
• Liaise with other healthcare professionals to facilitate a seamless service; participate in Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) and departmental meetings including those regarding spinal research.
• Ensure all documentation, both written and electronic, complies with Trust standards, research protocols and NMC guidelines.
• Develop effective working relationships across the team, wider MDT, and patient, family/carers to encourage productive working.
• Keep up to date with evidence‑based practice through seminars, conferences, recognised courses and reflective practice.
• Implement evidence‑based practice, encouraging multidisciplinary participation.
• Contribute to research activity for the service and ensure compliance with good clinical research practice guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with the MDT to identify the need for patient information leaflets based on service requirements and patient needs.

Qualifications

• Registered with the NMC and hold a valid PIN.

Benefits

• Career development, flexible working and wellbeing.
• Staff recognition scheme.
• Optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

Application Process

Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact the hiring manager with any questions regarding this process. It is important to regularly check your emails throughout the recruitment process.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

This advert closes on Tuesday 25 Nov 2025.