The aim of the post is to provide expect care, advice and support patients undergoing surgery for colorectal disease, including the formation of a stoma. This will include holistic patient assessment, psychological care, monitoring of treatment programmes as part of the colorectal multidisciplinary team. The post holder is expected to participate in the development of specific colorectal/stoma training and education and clinical supervision of other staff and students. To provide a continuous supportive service to patient as part of the colorectal nursing team. This will include liaising with other healthcare professionals, including the Primary Healthcare team in order to provide the best possible care for their patients and carers and family, ensuring continuity of care from diagnosis to community follow ups and the whole patient journey. To utilise holistic needs assessment and identify patients who might need benefit from referral to other professionals. To work closely with patient support groups and to liaise as necessary with other teams to ensure seamless care, facilitating open communication and coordination of care. The post holder acts as a colorectal cancer care resource, collaborated with all members of the multidisciplinary team. Providing specific nurse acknowledge and expertise on all aspects of colorectal cancer care under the direction of the lead Clinical Nurse Specialist.