Hepatology Clinical Nurse Specialist

Main area Gastroenterology Grade NHS AfC: Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 289-EI-123 Employer Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Chelsea and Westminster Hospital site Town Chelsea Salary 49,387 - 56,515 Per Annum plus HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 09/06/2026 23:59 Interview date 18/06/2026 Employer heading Hepatology Clinical Nurse Specialist NHS AfC: Band 7 Job overview The C&W hospital has a strong Hepatology service, both within the trust and outreaching into local communities. The team is led by a consultant team who work alongside the clinical nurse specialists. There is strong multi-disciplinary working and close links with other providers. The services is evolving and has strong educational and research focusses. Main duties of the job The post holder will assist in the delivery of high quality Hepatology services cross site throughout the Trust. Working alongside other clinical colleagues to provide expert care, treatment and support for this patient group. The post holder will contribute to advancing the body of knowledge through education, research and audit as well as developing practice. They will play a key role within the multidisciplinary team in order to ensure a seamless, co-ordinated and timely approach to care. Working for our organisation Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sitesChelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospitalalong with award-winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use. We continually invest in our facilities, including a 30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an 80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex. We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs. The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Clinical / direct care practice To receive referrals within the specialty from the health care team and respond to requests for expert advice and guidance To work within an agreed job plan to meet service needs which should be reviewed annually To work cross site at both Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex Hospital in addition to outreach clinics run by the service To conduct holistic assessment and providing supervision & guidance to colleagues in skilled history taking, physical examination, observation and ordering, conducting and interpreting relevant tests and investigations To work in collaboration with the multi professional team, contributing expert, evidence based knowledge and skills to relevant aspects of the patients care and treatment To maintain boundaries of own practice within agreed guidelines and protocols, use professional judgment in managing complex and unpredictable situations and seek guidance from other relevant experts To address patient's risk factors and health promotion needs through comprehensive assessment of individuals for risk factors and early signs of illness To build an environment of trust and rapport, enabling patent empowerment in their healthcare and acting as an advocate for the patient in treatment decisions and choices To draw upon an appropriate range of multi-agency and inter-professional resources to ensure that patients receive appropriate services, making referrals to other professions and services as appropriate To use effective communication and interpersonal skills to provide information, explanation and reassurance to patients and families To plan and conduct appropriate follow up, closure or transition of care for the patient To maintain accurate and contemporaneous records of patients assessment, care and treatment Person specification Experience in the relevant specialty Essential criteria Registered Nurse Degree /Dip HE/ Teaching and Assessing Qualification Significant endoscopy experience in pre-assessment Significant experience as a Hepatology clinical Nurse specialist Ability to Lead a procedure room and co-ordinate sessions Desirable criteria Leadership qualification Professional knowledge acquired by specialist course or equivalent experience Important The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions when we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. You are therefore advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Please check your emails regularly as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process. If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks after the closing date, we regret that this usually means your application was not successful. In submitting an application, you authorise the Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process, should you be appointed to the post. During the recruitment process your identity documentation (ie passport, driving licence, visa etc) will be scanned using a device which recognises UV, infrared and machine-readable zone security features of the documents provided. Employment at the Trust is offered subject to successful completion of a six month probationary period. Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Documents to download JD Hepatology ( PDF , 712.3 KB ) Job feature ( PDF , 391.0 KB ) Guidance for applicants ( PDF , 85.4 KB ) Policy Statement ( PDF , 144.5 KB ) Staff Benefits and Wellbeing ( PDF , 177.9 KB ) Recruitment Pack ( PDF , 2.8 MB ) Apply online now Further details / informal visits contact Name Tracy La Rocque Job title Lead Nurse CNS Services EIC Email address ... Telephone number ... List jobs with Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Nursing and Midwifery or all sectors