We are looking for a well-motivated nurse to be an integral part of the Upper GI Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Nurse who will work within the Upper GI service across Nottingham University Hospitals.

We are committed to the development of all our team members both educationally and clinically, however relevant specialist knowledge and skills is essential.

Main duties of the job

The role of the Clinical Nurse Specialist in the Upper GI Team is towork alongside the Band 7 team members in the assessment, implementation and evaluation of patient care for those who present with UGI cancer investigation and diagnosis and related conditions.

The successful applicant must be willing to be flexible to meet the needs of this team and must demonstrate knowledge, expertise and passion in working within the speciality of Upper GI surgery and or Oncology

The nurse specialist will work in collaboration with specialist and other professional teams.

If you are a hardworking, innovative and focused individual who wants to develop their clinical skills, make a significant contribution to improving the efficiency of our busy expanding service, actively contribute to our academic profile and ultimately deliver the highest quality of care to our patients and their families then we would like to hear from you.

About us

With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RMN or RN with a current Level One NMC registration.
• Educated to degree level in Nursing or Healthcare or working/committed to completing degree.
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• MSC in Nursing or similar health specialism or working/committed to completing.
• Non-Medical Prescriber
• Teaching/Assessing Qualification

Experience

Essential

• UGI Surgical experience or cancer nurse experience within the last 3 years.
• Significant or relevant post registration experience

Desirable

• Evidence of teaching experience both in the clinical setting and in the classroom.
• Experience in delivering brief interventions

Employer details

Employer name

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

Nottingham Hospitals NHS Trust

Nottingham

NG7 2UH

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