Gastrointestinal Clinical Nurse Specialist

Job summary
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist you will act as an advocate for patient care, providing seamless and timely management for patients who are diagnosed with a Gastrointestinal Cancer and those having surgical intervention for inflammatory bowel disease, including stoma care.

This fast paced and varied role requires an individual who shows a methodical approach to patient assessment who will work alongside the Band 7 CNS and the wider team to support patients, providing an individualised plan of care, delivering a high-quality service and ensure the service is accessible and available to give advice and clinical expertise to both patients and other health care professionals.

We are looking for an individual to work alongside the existing team, who is caring and shows enthusiasm. The ideal candidate will be able to work effectively with both patients and the wider MDT whilst working cohesively within the Clinical Nurse Specialist Team.

This unique opportunity requires you to be committed, organised and an excellent communicator both verbal and written. You must be able to work both independently and as part of a team. We are keen to invite to interview Nurses who encompass the above and meet the essential criteria in the person specification.

Main duties of the job
The main purpose of the role will be to provide personalised support for patients diagnosed with a Gastrointestinal Cancer.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced nurse working at Band 5/6 with a keen interest in Cancer services, general surgery and stoma care.

You must be able to show the ability to provide specialist holistic support and treatment whilst co-ordinating services and personalising the cancer pathway for patients from diagnosis, through treatment.

You will work closely with the wider team and must be able to forge good working relations. Be able to provide essential data/audit collection to the Band 7 CNS and be able to present this information as requested to others.

Act as an advocate for patient care, be able to liaise with multiple professionals across both TRFT and other partners. We would welcome informal discussion with all candidates prior to application/interview.

About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey ,show progress in areas that matter most to staff. We have seen good results in how colleagues feel about health and wellbeing, alongside increased confidence that employees are recognised and supported

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. GOV.UK www.gov.uk

All band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship. The trust no longer supports HCSW band 3 roles with sponsorship

Details
Date posted: 05 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
Pro rata/per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time,
Flexible working
Reference number: C9165-26-07-067
Job locations: The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
S60 2UD
United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Experience of breaking bad news.
• Experience of delivering presentations to large groups.
• Experience of working alongside other MDT colleagues in supporting patients.
• Relevant post-registration experience, at Band 5 or above, in General Surgery / Stoma Care / Oncology.
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrable relevant post-registration experience of working within colorectal / upper gastro intestinal /cancer services.

Desirable

• Experience of using different information systems i.e. Meditech/ICE/SystmOne.
• Experience of data collection/analysis.
• Experience of teaching.
• Experience of audit and research.

Knowledge
Essential

• Awareness of local and national guidelines.
• Risk management awareness.

Professional Registration
Essential

• Please enter NMC pin

Skills and abilities
Essential

• IT literate
• Ability to motivate self and others
• Ability to use own initiative and to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Flexible/ positive attitude to working
• Teaching and presentation skills

Qualifications
Essential

• Registered General Nurse.
• Evidence of continued professional development.

Desirable

• Degree in related subject or undertaking a Degree Pathway.
• Advanced Communications Skills Training or prepared to work towards
• Non-Medical Prescribing.

Knowledge
Essential

• Awareness of local and national guidelines.
• Risk management awareness.

Planning and Organising
Essential

• Demonstrates an ability to prioritise and manage own workload and responds appropriately to urgent and emergency situations
• Organisations skills
• Time management.
• Good record keeping
• Recognise own limitations
• Adaptable to meet service needs
• Produce timely and accurate written/electronic records and documents

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: The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Address: The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
S60 2UD
United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Amy Cooper
amy.cooper32@nhs.net

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.