Job summary A fantastic opportunity has become available to join the Stoma Care team at Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced nurse with a keen interest in colorectal surgery and stoma care. This role is both challenging and rewarding, requiring a proactive, self-driven, and dedicated individual who can effectively manage complex care pathways. Your goal will be to ensure the highest standards of care and service delivery for all patients. Strong communication skills, the ability to manage a diverse workload, and excellent problem-solving capabilities are essential. We are seeking a team player who can also work independently when required. This is a fixed-term contract for 15 months, with ongoing efforts to secure an extension for an additional 24 months. You will receive training and support from the Band 7 Stoma Care Nurse Specialist. Main duties of the job The post holder will support the Stoma Care Service by delivering expert stoma nursing care and providing an advisory service. They will be responsible for assessing, implementing, and evaluating care plans for patients requiring stoma formation. With a hands-on, proactive approach, the post holder will work independently to deliver education, information, advice, and support to patients both pre-operatively and post-operatively. Additionally, they will play a key role in supervising nursing staff in clinical areas to ensure the highest standards of patient care. The role also includes participation in teaching sessions, audit projects, and service development activities in collaboration with the Stoma Care CNS, ensuring the practice remains professional, research-informed, and evidence-based. The successful candidate must be committed to ongoing professional development to maintain competency in fulfilling the role. Opportunities will be provided to enhance clinical skills and expand academic knowledge. About us Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond. We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home. Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times. We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly. Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits. Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list. Date posted 27 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £44,806 to £53,134 a year pro rata p.a. incl. Contract Fixed term Duration 15 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 293-SWNS-0422 Job locations Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Homerton Row London E9 6SR Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential BSc Adult Nursing or equivalent. Desirable Foundation Course in Stoma Care. Post-registration courses such as Stoma/Colorectal at level 6/7. Knowledge Trust Values, Equal Opportunities & Other Requirements Essential oUnderstanding and demonstration of the Trust Values. Skills/ Abilities Essential Good written & verbal communications skills in the English language. Ability to plan, prioritise and manage a caseload, in a time effective manner. Ability to work autonosmously and as part of a team. Desirable Counselling skills. Experience Essential Minimum of 2 years post registration experience. Experience in an acute surgical/colorectal setting. Experience of caring for people with stomas. Experience of leadership and management Desirable Teaching experience in formal scenarios. Knowledge Essential Sound knowledge of stoma care and bowel/bladder conditions. Knowledge of health promotion and the importance of raising awareness. Desirable Knowledge of cancer treatments/pathways. Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential BSc Adult Nursing or equivalent. Desirable Foundation Course in Stoma Care. Post-registration courses such as Stoma/Colorectal at level 6/7. Knowledge Trust Values, Equal Opportunities & Other Requirements Essential oUnderstanding and demonstration of the Trust Values. Skills/ Abilities Essential Good written & verbal communications skills in the English language. Ability to plan, prioritise and manage a caseload, in a time effective manner. Ability to work autonosmously and as part of a team. Desirable Counselling skills. Experience Essential Minimum of 2 years post registration experience. Experience in an acute surgical/colorectal setting. Experience of caring for people with stomas. Experience of leadership and management Desirable Teaching experience in formal scenarios. Knowledge Essential Sound knowledge of stoma care and bowel/bladder conditions. Knowledge of health promotion and the importance of raising awareness. Desirable Knowledge of cancer treatments/pathways. 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Homerton Row London E9 6SR Employer's website https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)