Associate GI Clinical Nurse Specialist

The Wellington Hospital is seeking a dynamic and motivated person to join our GI team and work alongside the GI Clinical Nurse Specialist. The ideal candidate will be proactive in seeking opportunities to learn and develop, keen to enhance their skills and knowledge continuously. The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an incredible team whilst advancing your career.

This role is primarily a development role, learning and developing knowledge and skills and achieving the competencies required to carry out the duties and responsibilities of an associate GI CNS with the support of a senior GI CNS. The candidate will work within the scope of their professional practice. The candidate will be expected to attend further training and courses alongside independent learning.

Job Duties and responsibilities
The candidate will provide physical and psychological support to patients on a surgical pathway for a range of benign and malignant GI illnesses, including lower GI (colorectal), upper GI and hepatico-pancreatico-biliary (HPB).
Carry out a comprehensive holistic nursing assessment and provide clinical evidence-based information and advice to patients pre, post operatively, and post discharge.
Complete detailed, accurate, legible and timely documentation. Share information with relevant members of the MDT and communicate effectively.
Attend MDT meetings, inpatient ward rounds, outpatient clinics and complete pre and post op phone calls. Liaise closely with Consultants.
In accordance with professional codes maintain own professional development and competence to practice, actively integrating theory and practice. Keep up to date with national and local guidelines, SOPS and policies.
Be a resource to the wider teams, sharing knowledge and information and supporting colleagues, including support staff to promote a cohesive team and the achievement of team objectives
Actively seek opportunities to improve practice and quality. Participate in audits.
Support in implementing ERAS pathway.
Make appropriate referrals where needed.
Manage time and workloads effectively.
Escalate concerns in a timely manner to appropriate persons

Registered Nurse Level + GI experience
NMC Registration and PREP requirements
previous experience of GI surgical nursing and conditions or keen interest to develop skills in these areas
Knowledge of relevant hospital policies and procedures

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world's leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we're one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That's why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As an associate GI CNS in The Wellington Hospital you'll be eligible for:

25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
Group Life Assurance from day one
Critical illness cover
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Diversity and Inclusion
Patients first. Colleagues always. That's the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we're creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That's why we're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.

Location: The Wellington Hospital, The Wellington Hospital, Wellington Place, London, NW8 9LE
Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday - Friday
Salary: Competitive salary which will be dependent upon skills and experience