Job Summary
Clinical Nurse Specialist - Colorectal Services (Band 7) – Bolton NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Bolton NHS Foundation Trust, Minerva Road, Bolton, BL4 0JR
Are you ready to lead specialist care and transform patient experience? We're looking for an experienced and passionate Clinical Nurse Specialist to lead our colorectal, stoma and ERAS team. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver expert care, support patients through complex journeys, and shape the future of our service
What We're Looking For
* Registered Nurse (RGN/RN/RSCN) with a relevant nursing degree.
* Masters‑level learning or working towards.
* Proven post‑registration experience in colorectal nursing, including stoma care.
* Advanced communication, leadership and decision‑making skills.
* Ability to manage a team and work autonomously.
* Strong organisational and IT skills.
Desirable
* Non‑medical prescribing qualification.
* Experience in research, audit and protocol development.
* Teaching and project management experience.
Responsibilities
* Provide advanced, evidence‑based care for patients with a diagnosis of colorectal cancer, other diseases of the colon and stomas.
* Core member of the Colorectal Multidisciplinary Team, overseeing complex patient pathways across primary, secondary and tertiary care.
* Act as keyworker for the patient and provide specialist advice, support and information for patients, families and carers through treatment and/or ongoing care ensuring continuity and a holistic approach.
* Provide nurse‑led cancer follow‑up clinics.
* Act as an autonomous practitioner and patient advocate.
* Lead service development, implement change and manage resources effectively.
* Educate and mentor staff, delivering training and presentations.
Qualifications & Professional Registration
* Registered Nurse (RGN/RN/RSCN) with a relevant nursing degree.
* Masters level or equivalent course in Colorectal/Stoma Care or working towards.
Desirable Qualifications
* Non Medical Prescriber.
* Counselling certification.
* Oncology certification.
* Masters Degree.
Experience
* Relevant post‑registration experience in Colorectal nursing and stoma care.
* Team management experience.
* Undertaken project work.
* Experience of cancer care nursing (desirable).
* Research/audit experience (desirable).
Contract Details
Band: 7
Pay: £47,810 – £54,710 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time
Legal
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB). Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Skilled worker sponsorship will be considered. For more information about criminal record checks for overseas applicants, and UK registration details, refer to UK Visas and Immigration and NHS Careers websites.
EEO Statement
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive recruitment process and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
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