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Job Title: Colorectal and Stoma Care Clinical Nurse Specialist Department: Digestive Diseases Unit Contract: 9 Months Fixed-Term Salary: £45,469 - £53,931 Hours: 37.5 per week Location: The London Clinic, 20 Devonshire Place, London W1 About Us: The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest and most renowned independent hospitals, located in the heart of Marylebone. We are proud of our reputation for clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care. Our Digestive Diseases Unit provides comprehensive care for patients with a wide range of gastrointestinal and colorectal conditions, supported by leading consultants and highly skilled nursing teams. We offer a supportive and inclusive environment where our staff are valued and encouraged to grow. Our benefits include private healthcare, enhanced pension, and opportunities for learning and development. The Role We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Colorectal and Stoma Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to join our Digestive Diseases Unit on a 9-month fixed term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of London's most respected private hospitals, supporting the delivery of high-quality, specialist nursing care for patients with complex colorectal conditions and stoma management needs. In this role, you will manage your own caseload, working across both inpatient and outpatient settings. You will assess, plan, and deliver expert care while providing specialist advice and guidance to patients, families, and colleagues. The position combines clinical leadership, patient education, and service development, with a strong focus on improving patient experience and outcomes. Key Responsibilities
Deliver specialist nursing advice and care for patients with colorectal disease and stoma needs.Lead on the development, implementation, and evaluation of care pathways and clinical guidelines.Provide expert clinical support to nursing and medical colleagues in complex cases.Facilitate nurse-led clinics and patient education sessions.Undertake audit, review, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.Support and mentor junior nursing staff, contributing to professional development across the unit.Participate in service development to ensure best practice and continuity of high-quality care. Skills and Experience:
Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration.Minimum 5 years' experience within colorectal or stoma care nursing.Recognised qualification in stoma care is desirableProven ability to provide complex clinical advice and manage a specialist caseload.Strong leadership, communication, and teaching skills.Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice. Benefits We offer a range of benefits including flexible working and great career opportunities. Our core benefits are:
Private Medical InsuranceContributory pension scheme (total contribution up to 20%)25 days holiday plus bank holidaysLife assuranceTravel season ticket loanFamily friendly benefitsA range of retail discountsExcellent career development with clear pathways and access to further education. How to Apply If you are passionate about delivering specialist care and want to make a real difference to patients' lives, we would love to hear from you. Early applications are strongly encouraged, as this advert will close once sufficient suitable applications have been received. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you.
