Clinical Nurse Specialist Gastroenterology and Hepatology

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Clinical Nurse Specialist Gastroenterology and Hepatology

NHS AfC: Band 7

Main area Gastroenterology and Hepatology Grade NHS AfC: Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 30 hours per week (Monday - Friday 37.5 hours) Job ref 391-NMUH-8349269

Site North Middlesex Hospital Town Edmonton Salary £55,524 - £62,652 Per Annum (pro rata) Including HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 23/11/2026 23:59

Our trust has over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.

Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers’ money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.

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The x1 Post Holders will support Gastroenterology Hepatology and HPB Service in coordinating Trust wide initiatives and for the in-service development of all nursing staff working within Gastroenterology, Hepatology and HPB. The postholder is expected to provide clinical, leadership and motivation to establish clinical practices, which is research / evidence-based, and lead on standard setting in line with specialty practices nationally and regular audit in line with the Trust’s commitment to Clinical Governance.

Main duties of the job

MDT Presentation and action on outcomes

Organisation of tests and clinical appointments

Coordinate with patient to execute the specialists treatment plan

Provide emotional support, during clinical appts and breaking bad news

Coordinating with team to optimist nutritional status for definitive management plan

Provide support throughout the entire management period long term

Working for our organisation

Our consultant-led gastroenterology team provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, including all diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures and our highly regarded endoscopy services which we provide seven days per week. We have an upper GI nurse endoscopist, viral hepatitis nurse specialist, and a gastroenterology nurse specialist.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Post Holders will support Gastroenterology The Hepatology and HPB Service in coordinating Trust wide initiatives and for the in-service development of all nursing staff working within Gastroenterology, Hepatology and HPB. The postholder is expected to provide clinical, leadership and motivation to establish clinical practices, which is research / evidence-based, and lead on standard setting in line with specialty practices nationally and regular audit in line with the Trust’s commitment to Clinical Governance.

Person specification

Education & Qualification

• BSc or Diploma in Nursing
• Current NMC registration
• Registered Nurse
• Teaching / Coaching qualification
• Clinical examinations course / Physical assessment course
• vant accredited postregistration qualification on the above speciality

Knowledge & Experience

• Counselling or evidence of dealing with sensitive clinical issues
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
• Experienced in coordination the care and management of patients with Hepatology and / or gastroenterology issues
• Adequate experience with managing patients on target pathway, or equivalent patient pathway management.

Skills and Aptitudes

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Flexible to meet changing needs of service
• The ability to lead and influence change
• Proven people / patient management skills

Applications are welcome from people wishing to job share or work flexible patterns. We are committed to equal opportunities.

Please be advised that due to exceptionally high demand, all Royal Free accommodation is at full capacity and waiting lists are being held. Average waiting times are 12 months. Please do not rely on Trust accommodation when you commence your role and ensure you investigate alternative accommodation for your arrival.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.