Hepatology Surveillance Nurse
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, Kemp Town, The City of Brighton and Hove
Hepatology Surveillance Nurse
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University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, Kemp Town, The City of Brighton and Hove
- Full time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 17 Apr | Get your application in now before you're too late!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 18bc0fca60144d2a942d41684577f4f6
Location ref: Kemp Town, The City of Brighton and Hove
Full Job Description
Join our passionate team at UHSussex. In collaboration with the Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance (SSCA), we offer a unique opportunity for two Band 6 Nurses to join our dynamic Hepatology team where you will contribute to the development and implementation of a liver surveillance pathway for early detection of Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) in our community. These SSCA- 2 year funded roles, are essential to enhance care and outcomes for those at risk of HCC. We seek dedicated individuals who are passionate about making a significant difference in liver health and patient care., The Hepatology Surveillance Nurse, Band 6, will collaborate closely with the nurse manager and Band 7 nursing team to establish and implement a nurse-led liver surveillance pathway. This pathway focuses on supporting patients with stable, compensated liver cirrhosis who are at risk of developing Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in outpatient and outreach settings across Sussex,
- Conduct patient assessments and investigations.
- Request and review Ultrasound scans (USS) and blood results.
- Perform Fibroscans
- Provide lifestyle advice and educational support.
- Coordinate care for patients enrolled in the liver HCC surveillance pathway.
- Manage patient records and ensure timely access to diagnostics.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams (MDT) for patient care.
- Maintain and populate the Liver surveillance database.
- Support patient navigation through the healthcare system.
- Engage in continuous professional development and training. The role involves working closely with healthcare professionals and patients to ensure effective implementation of liver surveillance protocols and patient-centered care., Please note that if you currently work for another NHS Trust or UHSussex and you are applying to accept this position as a secondment opportunity, before applying you must seek agreement and authorisation from your current Trust/Manager. Secondments can't be agreed without this approval. If you are unable to gain approval you should refrain from applying unless you wish to take this role as a fixed term position.