Job overview

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.

Working for our organisation

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.