Job summary Are you a dynamic, hard- working and ambitious registered Nurse with experience of Gastroenterology? Would you like the opportunity to use your experience and excellent interpersonal skills to provide and develop a specialist nursing service to patients and their carers on an Iron Deficiency Anaemia (IDA) pathway within the Gastroenterology Team? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Gastroenterology team. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Gastroenterology team to provide protocol driven- clinical decision making for patients on the IDA pathway. This post will complement the existing Gastroenterology Nursing Team and will network with the other health services and providers. If you would like to discuss the opportunity further please contact Julie Lane, Colorectal Nurse Consultant 01305 255273 or Laura Foot, Matron for Surgery, Gastroenterology and Endoscopy 01305 255414. This post is 19.5 hours a week, fixed term for 2 years funded by the Wessex Cancer Alliance. Main duties of the job To provide a specialist nursing service to patients and their carers on an Iron Deficiency Anaemia (IDA) pathway from their period of referral, investigation, diagnosis, treatment and discharge. Manage a caseload of patients, delivering high quality and clinically effective patient care This post will complement the existing Gastroenterology Nursing Team and will work collaboratively with the other members of the team. Please see attached job description for further information. About us At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups. Date posted 21 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year pro rata per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 24 months Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours Reference number 405-25-NM040IDA-A Job locations Dorset County Hospital Dorchester DT1 2JY Job description Job responsibilities This new post will support the Gastroenterology Consultants in providing timely and high-quality assessment of patients referred with iron deficiency anaemia (IDA). Deliver nurse led clinics, complete clinical assessment of patients and arrange endoscopic and radiological investigations as per protocol. In partnership with the gastroenterology Consultants the post holder will triage 2 week wait referrals into the most appropriate pathway to ensure effective use of services and maintain the associated cancer performance standards. To support patients throughout their Endoscopy pre-assessment pathway, working as part of the screening and pre-assessment team, with a high level of input into the management and care of patients prior to admission for specified procedures. Please see attached job description for further information. Job description Job responsibilities This new post will support the Gastroenterology Consultants in providing timely and high-quality assessment of patients referred with iron deficiency anaemia (IDA). Deliver nurse led clinics, complete clinical assessment of patients and arrange endoscopic and radiological investigations as per protocol. In partnership with the gastroenterology Consultants the post holder will triage 2 week wait referrals into the most appropriate pathway to ensure effective use of services and maintain the associated cancer performance standards. To support patients throughout their Endoscopy pre-assessment pathway, working as part of the screening and pre-assessment team, with a high level of input into the management and care of patients prior to admission for specified procedures. Please see attached job description for further information. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Nursing Degree Master's level study Teaching Qualification Advanced Clinical Assessment course Non-medical prescribing qualification V300 Desirable GI nursing course Advanced communication skills course Experience Essential Demonstrates highly developed specialist knowledge Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures Ability to manage and lead a working group Ability to implement and interpret policies and procedures Experience of conducting clinical audit Assisting in the educational development of students through student shadowing and/or teaching Experience of service development Desirable Gastroenterology nursing experience Telephone triage/clinics Skills Essential History taking and physical examination skills Ability to work well with colleagues and within a team Ability to adhere to regulations as well as work flexibly to meet the needs of the Trust Energy and enthusiasm and the ability to work under pressure An inquiring and critical approach to work Caring attitude toward patients Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with colleagues, patients, relatives, nurses, other staff and agencies Commitment to professional development. Knowledge Essential Knowledge and understanding of the main indications for referral into the gastroenterology 2 week wait cancer service Knowledge of medical procedures and terminology Clinical governance responsibilities Desirable Awareness of current developments and initiatives in gastroenterology services Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Nursing Degree Master's level study Teaching Qualification Advanced Clinical Assessment course Non-medical prescribing qualification V300 Desirable GI nursing course Advanced communication skills course Experience Essential Demonstrates highly developed specialist knowledge Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures Ability to manage and lead a working group Ability to implement and interpret policies and procedures Experience of conducting clinical audit Assisting in the educational development of students through student shadowing and/or teaching Experience of service development Desirable Gastroenterology nursing experience Telephone triage/clinics Skills Essential History taking and physical examination skills Ability to work well with colleagues and within a team Ability to adhere to regulations as well as work flexibly to meet the needs of the Trust Energy and enthusiasm and the ability to work under pressure An inquiring and critical approach to work Caring attitude toward patients Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with colleagues, patients, relatives, nurses, other staff and agencies Commitment to professional development. Knowledge Essential Knowledge and understanding of the main indications for referral into the gastroenterology 2 week wait cancer service Knowledge of medical procedures and terminology Clinical governance responsibilities Desirable Awareness of current developments and initiatives in gastroenterology services 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. 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. 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 Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Dorset County Hospital Dorchester DT1 2JY Employer's website https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)