Employer Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal United Hospital Town Bath Salary £39,959 – £48,117 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 31/08/2026 23:59
Clinical Nurse Specialist – Colorectal
Band 6
Job overview
This post to cover maternity leave presents an exciting learning opportunity to work within our friendly, welcoming team to increase knowledge and understanding of patients diagnosed with bowel cancer; the pathways of treatment and caring for not only the patient, but their family and friends.
This post gives a valuable insight into the role of the Clinical Nurse Specialist.
We are looking for skilled nurse with an understanding of caring for patients with colorectal cancer, who is enthusiastic, motivated, proactive and autonomous in their practice. We are committed to providing a highquality service and a supportive educational environment conducive to learning, which will ensure a good foundation for future practice.
The successful candidate will be fully supported by the Senior Colorectal Nurses. You will be involved in multi-varied caseloads, working independently and as part of a specialised team, nurse led initiatives, promotion of best practice, self- care and empowerment for patients and their families.
Main duties of the job
- To act as a key worker; delivering evidence based, personalised care through holistic assessment, care planning and evaluation of care through the running of nurse-led clinics for patients from diagnosis, through treatment and follow up. This might be via a clinic, inpatient or remote follow up setting.
- To work at an enhanced level to plan and provide clinical care and psychological support to patients with a cancer diagnosis who have complex needs.
Working for our organisation
At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone’s contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks – celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We’ve even got a pool!
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Pleas see attached job description and person specification for further information about this opportunity.
Person specification
Qualifications
- Relevant teaching Qualification
- State registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
- Demonstrates evidence of ongoing professional development
- Diploma/Degree in relevant area or evidence of study to that level
- Post registration training preferably in cancer/palliative care.
- Advanced Communication skills training
Skills and experience
- Experience working with colorectal patients
- Experience in CNS role
- Evidence of relevant clinical experience at Band 5 preferably in an Oncology
- Thorough up to date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice particularly within the speciality area
- Working knowledge of primary care, team nursing and reflective practice
- Qualifications/ training in colorectal speciality
CNS
- Experience in CNS role
- Qualification as a CNS
Please note – Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered unless an alternative right to work solution can be provided. Candidates requiring sponsorship (or will need sponsorship at the end of a current visa e.g. those with graduate visa’s) should reviewthe eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying: Prove your right to work to an employer: Overview – GOV.UK
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
For further information and/ or to arrange a visit, please contact Lorraine Young or Joanna Smalley, Colorectal Nurse Specialists, on 01225 825836.
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