Stoma Care Nurse

Working at the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust the post holder will deliver high quality, evidence based care to all patients who have or may require the formation of a stoma within the hospital setting.

• Provide expert advice and education for all staff within the hospital.
• Review, audit, and improve the quality of care delivered.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualized nursing care of the patient with a stoma or fistula in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Act as a patient advocate through effective support and information enabling them to make informed choices and decisions concerning treatment.
• Liaise with appropriate hospital staff to facilitate the provision of high‑quality care to all patients who have a stoma.
• Liaise with community and continuing care teams to provide a seamless service between hospital and home.
• Act as an expert resource for nursing staff involved in the care of patients with stoma/ colorectal disease, providing support, guidance and teaching programmes.
• Identify and utilize resources or facilities at local or national levels.
• Convey knowledge of organisations that provide extra support for this specialised client group.
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with current best practice and Trust policies and procedural guidelines, and update patient records.
• Be responsible for the maintenance and development of the prescription delivery service.
• Support Health Care Professionals by advising on best practice through clinical patient reviews, resulting in improved patient care.
• Maintain excellent clinical and professional standards, be self‑motivated and work towards set objectives, manage time and resources efficiently, possess good communication and interpersonal skills, and demonstrate determination to succeed.
• Require flexibility in working; attend regional and company meetings which may necessitate occasional overnight stays.
• Behave in a professional manner at all times and build professional relationships with customers that enhance the Trust’s quality image.

• Proven post‑registration experience, NMC Registered Stoma or Colorectal background.
• Commercial awareness.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to meet patient and service needs.
• Ability to plan, implement and manage own time effectively.
• Dynamic and forward‑thinking; determination to progress professionally in Stoma/Colorectal nursing.
• Ability to interrogate data and formulate advice, plans of action and reports.
• Confidence to present a positive image of self and the Trust.
• Ability to influence others.
• IT skills, including Excel.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team.