Deliver high quality, evidence based care to all patients who require surgery, and who have or may require the formation of a stoma in the community setting. You will also provide expert advice and education for all staff patients and carers. You are responsible for reviewing, auditing and improving the quality of care delivered.,

Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised nursing care of the patient with a stoma or fistula
Act as the patients' advocate, through effective support and information enabling them to make informed choices and decisions concerning treatment
Liaise with appropriate hospital staff and community teams to facilitate the provision of high quality care and a seamless service to all patients with a stoma.
Maintain accurate records in accordance with current best practice
Establish and maintain good working relationships with the multidisciplinary team and key opinion leaders
Act as an expert resource for nursing staff and carers involved in the care of patients with stomas/fistulae/colorectal disease,
Be aware of current initiatives, research and development in the field of colorectal and stoma care nursing
Identify own educational needs in relation to the role and set objectives with manager(s) accordingly
Maintain the standards set by the NMC for continued effective registration,
Be an autonomous and accountable practitioner
Act within the boundaries of the Code of Conduct and Scope of Professional Practice, as defined by the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC)
Work in accordance with policies and guidelines
Participate in research initiatives applicable to the service
Provide clinical leadership and direction in colorectal/stoma care with the multidisciplinary team
Monitor standards and participate in audit as a means of quality assurance and continuous improvement
Participate in the service review process and data and reports as required
Maintain a flexible approach and develop the role in accordance with the requirements of the service
Participate in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the objectives of the colorectal and stoma services
Implement specialised educational programs for pre and post registration nurses and members of other disciplines
Be conversant with statutory training requirements and to attend update sessions as required
Maintain a safe clinical environment for patients within the bounds of responsibility
Be aware of the budgetary constraints, ensuring cost effective management of this budget
Have a sound understanding of the broad business and organisation objectives
Carry out the responsibilities with due regard to equal opportunities policy
Act in accordance with the requirements of the Data Protection Act and patient confidentiality

Proven post registration experience
NMC Registered
Stoma or Colorectal background.
Commercial awareness
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Flexibility in order to meet patient and service needs
Ability to plan, implement and manage own time effectively
Dynamic and forward thinking
Determination to progress professionally in Stoma/Colorectal nursing
Ability to interrogate data and formulate advice, plans of action and reports
Confidence to present a positive image of self and the Company
Able to influence others
IT skills, including excel
Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team
Full and valid Driving Licence

As well as a challenging and rewarding role, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package including contributory pension scheme, private healthcare, competency-based learning and development in stoma colorectal nursing, continuous professional development enhancing competencies and knowledge, flexible working practices and no unsocial hours (Monday to Friday).

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