Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Nurse Specialist Gastroenterology
The closing date is 23 November 2026

Job summary
The x2 Post Holders will support Gastroenterology, IBD, UGI, Hepatology and HPB Service in coordinating Trust wide initiatives and for the in-service development of all nursing staff working within Gastroenterology, Hepatology and HPB. The postholder is expected to provide clinical, leadership and motivation to establish clinical practices, which is research / evidence-based, and lead on standard setting in line with specialty practices nationally and regular audit in line with the Trust's commitment to Clinical Governance.

The postholders will monitor and review clinical and professional standards of care, especially on patients with IBD, Hepatic-Pancreatic and Liver condition As well as Upper GI Cancer, this includes reporting on performance and instituting remedial action where necessary.

Main duties of the job

• MDT Presentation and action on outcomes
• Organisation of tests and clinical appointments
• Coordinate with patient to execute the specialists treatment plan
• Provide emotional support, during clinical appts and breaking bad news
• Coordinating with team to optimist nutritional status for definitive management plan
• Provide support throughout the entire management period long term

About us
Our consultant-led gastroenterology team provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, including all diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures and our highly regarded endoscopy services which we provide seven days per week. We have an upper GI nurse endoscopist, viral hepatitis nurse specialist, and a gastroenterology nurse specialist.

Details
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £55,524 to £62,652 a year, per annum including HCAS
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 391-NMUH-8308169
Job locations: North Middlesex Hospital, Edmonton, N18 1QX

Person Specification
Education & Qualifications

• Essential: Registered Nurse, current NMC registration, BSc or Diploma in Nursing
• Desirable: Clinical examinations course / Physical assessment course; Teaching / Coaching qualification; Non-medical prescribing qualification (NMP)

Experience

• Essential: Counselling or evidence of dealing with sensitive clinical issues; Experienced in coordination the care and management of patients with Hepatology and / or gastroenterology issues; Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
• Desirable: Adequate experience with managing patients on target pathway, or equivalent patient pathway management

Skills and Aptitudes

• Essential: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Excellent IT skills; Flexible to meet changing needs of service; The ability to lead and influence change; Proven people / patient management skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address: North Middlesex Hospital, Edmonton, N18 1QX, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Assistant Director of Nursing, Louise Gillard, louise.gillard@nhs.net

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