Job summary
We are seeking a compassionate, dynamic and motivated nurse to join our well established and supportive colorectal team. You will be an integral part of the team providing co-ordination and organisation of care for colorectal patients along the cancer pathway. You will need good communication and interpersonal skills and a good knowledge of the care needs for colorectal cancer patients and their carers.
This is a opportunity for nurses who have experience within a colorectal cancer setting and want to further enhance their skills and knowledge within this speciality.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for delivering a high standard of specialist nursing care within the specialist Colorectal Cancer and Stoma Care Service and will support the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in ensuring high standards of nursing care are provided to all patients receiving care in the specialty. The post holder will be department based. The post holder will support the CNS in providing professional advice to members of the multidisciplinary team; assist in developing the skills and knowledge of staff to deliver high quality care and achieve the performance targets for the specialty
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- RN or relevant part of NMC register (RSCN, RMN)
Desirable
- ENB 237 Stoma care course Willingness to undertake
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in relevant speciality
- Experience of working as a senior nurse in a GI clinical ward/department
- Evidence of professional development and regular study since qualification
- Knowledge of current clinical developments and professional issues affecting nursing/midwifery
- Understanding of DOH agendas, and other developments
- Aware of clinical standards of National Service Frameworks
- Knowledge of the relevance of Governance and risk management within clinical practice
Desirable
- Knowledge of audit/research methodologies
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Experience of close liaison with members of multidisciplinary team
- Effective communication skills, verbal and written
- Evidence of having developed team working skills
- Able to act as patient advocate
Desirable
- Ability to work within a team and develop others
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- RN or relevant part of NMC register (RSCN, RMN)
Desirable
- ENB 237 Stoma care course Willingness to undertake
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in relevant speciality
- Experience of working as a senior nurse in a GI clinical ward/department
- Evidence of professional development and regular study since qualification
- Knowledge of current clinical developments and professional issues affecting nursing/midwifery
- Understanding of DOH agendas, and other developments
- Aware of clinical standards of National Service Frameworks
- Knowledge of the relevance of Governance and risk management within clinical practice
Desirable
- Knowledge of audit/research methodologies
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Experience of close liaison with members of multidisciplinary team
- Effective communication skills, verbal and written
- Evidence of having developed team working skills
- Able to act as patient advocate
Desirable
- Ability to work within a team and develop others
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
