The successful candidate will be required to hold excellent clinical skills and expertise in the care of upper and lower gastrointestinal patients Act as a role model in accordance with standards set by the senior sister in line with the UHNM trust values It is essential to have a minimum 2 years acute surgical nurse experience within an acute hospital setting and to have had exposure of clinical leadership of a team, utilising clinical knowledge to promote effective team working, with patient safety as a priority Evidence of mentorship/preceptorship or equivalent to support development of students and new staff within the team Develop, improve and evaluate best practice working in line with the UHNM trust policies and procedures at all times Key role to be part of a senior team who wish to instil a positive working culture where wellbeing of patients, their relatives and staff is a priority