We are seeking an experienced and motivated nurse with extensive stoma care experience to join and lead a committed and well-established team. You will be expected to independently review, assess and initiate treatment for patients with stomas. A keen interest in colorectal surgery is a must, as care will be provided for patients during the pre, peri and post-operative period, in both acute and community setting.
Excellent communication skills are essential as you will not only be working autonomously but also with the wider multi-disciplinary team. The role will be rewarding but may also have associated challenges as you will be expected to not only lead the service but also contribute to the development of it.
This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship. All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position.
Main duties of the job
To provide professional and clinical leadership in stoma care and act as a resource for education and clinical expertise in the hospital and community settings.
To co-ordinate the provision of care for patients who require stomas.
To liaise effectively with all members of the multi-professional healthcare team both internally and externally to achieve a coordinated service.
To be familiar with current research investigations and procedures employed in the diagnosis and treatment of colorectal/urological disease and stoma formation.
To be competent in discussing treatment options, including surgical procedures, with patients and carers.
To act as an autonomous practitioner within the colorectal team
Act as the lead nurse for the stoma therapy and manage a team of stoma nurses.
To provide an individual service and psychological support to patients and carers, respecting their culture and diverse backgrounds, whilst being sensitive to their needs for courtesy, dignity and privacy.
To work closely with appliance company to ensure the use of appropriate appliances for patient both in the hospital and community.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities:
To act as an independent, autonomous practitioner, using advanced clinical skills to treat and advise on clinical management of stoma therapy and advise on management of complex abdominal wounds related to fistulae.
Is wholly accountable for his/her practice and takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his/her professional knowledge.
To ensure good communication with all members of the team for example through attending ward rounds and MDT meetings.
To develop and sustain a high quality service with trust wide multi-professional teams.
To meet/visit elective patients pre-operatively to provide information and education to patients and their families regarding their proposed operation, stoma formation and to site the stoma. This care should be provided for patients undergoing emergency stoma formation where possible.
To advise staff as required in developing and appropriate plan of care for each patient incorporating discharge planning.
To provide samples and advice on suitable appliances and accessories as required, ensuring impartiality at all times.
To provide post-operative information, counselling and support to ensure that the patient and their carers have a level of knowledge and skill commensurate with their needs.
To provide follow up care and support during outpatient and home visits as appropriate.
To offer a supportive service to patients with a stoma and their carers, disseminating specialist knowledge to enable individuals to try and adapt to their surgery liaising with other healthcare professionals when necessary.
Please see attached job description for further information.
Person Specification
Education and Training
* 1st Level Registered Nurse
* Teaching and mentorship course
* Qualified to degree level
* Advanced clinical knowledge in stoma care
* Specialist experience in management of complex abdominal wounds
* Research experience in specialist field
Knowledge and Skills
* Evidence of clinical development
* Susbstantial clinical experience at a senior level in stoma care
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to plan and deliver own workload
* Ability to work autonmously and in a team
* Ability to understand and undertake business planning
* Able to plan service developments
Experience
* Evidence of ongoing training and development
* Knowledge of managing teams
* Understanding of HR processes
* Proven substantial experience in stoma care
* Have an understanding of risk and clinical governance
* Counselling skills
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.
£57,888 to £64,880 a yearper annum pro rata inclusive of allowances
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