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Stoma and Colorectal Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
Dr Grays Hospital
Fixed‑term or Secondment 18 months to cover Maternity Leave
Band 6
15 hours per week
We are excited to offer a unique opportunity to join our Advanced Practice team as a Stoma and Colorectal Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). This 18‑month post has been created to support maternity leave cover while providing a fantastic opportunity for training, development, and progression within a specialist surgical role.
About the Role
This role is ideal for a nurse with a passion for surgery and colorectal care, who is keen to develop advanced specialist skills within a supportive and forward‑thinking team.
You will:
* Run CNS‑led clinics and provide expert telephone triage
* Support patients across the inpatient pathway, particularly those requiring stoma care
* Deliver holistic, patient‑centred education and support from pre‑operative assessment through to follow‑up
Working closely with the current CNS, you will benefit from a structured period of mentorship and training, preparing you to confidently manage the role independently.
What You’ll Be Doing
You will play a key role in delivering and developing a high‑quality stoma care service, including:
* Providing pre‑ and post‑operative education, stoma site marking, discharge planning, and follow‑up
* Managing your own clinical caseload, including complex patient needs
* Offering independent, evidence‑based advice on stoma appliances and care
* Supporting service improvement, including policy development, audit, and product evaluation
* Contributing to patient support initiatives, including groups, helplines, and education resources
Working with Us
You will be supported by:
* The Lead ANP and Surgical ANP team for clinical development and line management
* A highly experienced Surgical Consultant team
* A collaborative MDT environment focused on safe, high‑quality patient care
We are committed to your development and will support you to grow your expertise in specialist colorectal nursing and advanced practice skills.
Why Join Us
* Opportunity to develop specialist CNS skills in a supported environment
* Work within an established and innovative Advanced Practice team
* Contribute to a service focused on patient‑centred care and continuous improvement
* Gain experience in leadership, service development, and education
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for a motivated and compassionate nurse who:
* Has a strong interest in surgical and colorectal care
* Is keen to develop into an autonomous specialist practitioner
* Demonstrates excellent communication, organisational, and clinical skills
* Is committed to education, quality improvement, and patient‑centred care
If you would like to be part of a supportive team and develop your career in a rewarding specialist role, we would love to hear from you.
Lesley MacLeod
Lead ANP
Telephone 01343 567802
Email: Lesley.macleod@nhs.scot
As a disability confident employer we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you need us to make any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our recruitment team at the earliest opportunity. Email us at gram.recruitment@nhs.scot.
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