Stoma & ERAS Team
We are looking for a motivated and experienced Band 3 Clinical Support Worker to join the Stoma and Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Team based in the Colorectal Unit at the Western General Hospital in Edinburgh. This position is ideal for someone with an interest in caring for surgical patients and providing ongoing support before and after bowel surgery.
The post holder will be responsible for looking after a case-load of patients who are having surgery for bowel cancer and other bowel or urology conditions. The role primarily involves supporting people who have a stoma, including day-to-day care and assisting patients in managing their own stoma care whenever possible. Some patients may also be part of an enhanced recovery (ERAS) programme, which focuses on getting them up and about quicker following their operation.
The colorectal unit in Edinburgh is the largest of its kind in Scotland, making it a busy department with many opportunities to learn about caring for surgical patients and those with a stoma. The input of the ERAS and stoma team is invaluable to these patients and the surgical team, especially following discharge home when patients often need the most support.
The post is a fixed-term 1 year position for 34.5 hours per week. If you would like more information or to arrange an informal visit to the ward, please reach out to ERAS Nurse Practitioner Angie Balfour at: angie.balfour@nhs.scot.
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