Job Title: Clinical Nurse Specialist
Agency: Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Bath, United Kingdom
Salary/Rate: 39,959 to 48,117 £ / Year

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Job summary

This post to cover maternity leave presents an exciting learning opportunity to work within our friendly, welcoming team to increase knowledge and understanding of patients diagnosed with bowel cancer; the pathways of treatment and caring for not only the patient, but their family and friends.

This post gives a valuable insight into the role of the Clinical Nurse Specialist.

We are looking for a skilled nurse with an understanding of caring for patients with colorectal cancer, who is enthusiastic, motivated, proactive and autonomous in their practice. We are committed to providing a high-quality service and a supportive educational environment conducive to learning, which will ensure a good foundation for future practice.

The successful candidate will be fully supported by the Senior Colorectal Nurses. You will be involved in multi-varied caseloads, working independently and as part of a specialised team, nurse-led initiatives, promotion of best practice, self- care and empowerment for patients and their families.

Main duties of the job

• To act as a key worker; delivering evidence-based, personalised care through holistic assessment, care planning and evaluation of care through the running of nurse-led clinics for patients from diagnosis, through treatment and follow-up. This might be via a clinic, inpatient or remote follow-up setting.
• To work at an enhanced level to plan and provide clinical care and psychological support to patients with a cancer diagnosis who have complex needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant teaching Qualification
• State registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
• Demonstrates evidence of ongoing professional development
• Diploma/Degree in relevant area or evidence of study to that level

Desirable

• Post-registration training preferably in cancer/palliative care.
• Advanced Communication skills training

Skills and experience

Essential

• Experience working with colorectal patients
• Experience in CNS role
• Evidence of relevant clinical experience at Band 5 preferably in Oncology
• Thorough up-to-date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice particularly within the speciality area
• Working knowledge of primary care, team nursing and reflective practice
• Leadership management experience

Desirable

• Qualifications/ training in colorectal speciality

CNS

Essential

• Experience in CNS role

Desirable

• Qualification as a CNS

Closing Date: 31 August 2026

How to Apply;

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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