Job summary
CNS - Hepatocellular Carcinoma Surveillance - 2 Year Fixed Term.
We're thrilled to introduce an exciting new opportunity within our Hepatology Nursing Service at GWH. This pioneering role will be instrumental in shaping and launching a nurse-led liver surveillance pathway -- a vital initiative designed to enhance care for patients with stable, compensated liver cirrhosis, as well as those at elevated risk of developing Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC).
By focusing on proactive monitoring and support in the outpatient setting, this pathway aims to improve outcomes and empower patients through earlier detection and streamlined care.
Main duties of the job
Are you passionate about advancing liver care and making a real impact in early cancer detection? We're excited to offer a unique opportunity for a dedicated nurse to join our expanding Hepatology Nursing Service at GWH.
In this dynamic role, you will:
- Lead nurse-ledHCC surveillance clinics for patients diagnosed with compensated cirrhosis, delivering proactive and patient-centered care.
- Collaborate with ourhepatology pathway coordinator to embed a new, trust-wide HCC surveillance programme, supporting patients at high risk of developing Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC).
- Participate innurse-led FibroScan clinics, helping to detect liver disease early and stratify patients for appropriate surveillance and intervention.
- Conductcomprehensive assessments for patients entering liver cancer surveillance pathways, planning, implementing, and evaluating tailored care plans.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation in hepatology nursing, helping shape a service that improves outcomes and empowers patients through early detection and personalised care.
About us
Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Hepatology Surveillance Specialist Nurse will work to further develop and establish a nurse-led liver surveillance pathway. This pathway will support patients with stable, compensated liver cirrhosis and those who are in high-risk groups of developing Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in the outpatient setting.
Please see attached full job description
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Hepatology Surveillance Specialist Nurse will work to further develop and establish a nurse-led liver surveillance pathway. This pathway will support patients with stable, compensated liver cirrhosis and those who are in high-risk groups of developing Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in the outpatient setting.
Please see attached full job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse
- Current NMC registration
Desirable
- Gastroenterology or hepatology relevant course of CPD such as GIN
- PACR/PACE or physical assessment and diagnostics course
- Mentorship qualification
Experience
Essential
- Current band 5 or band 6 nursing experience in any setting
Desirable
- Gastroenterology or hepatology experience in any setting
- Knowledge of liver disease and its management
- Previous work within an outpatient setting or clinic environment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse
- Current NMC registration
Desirable
- Gastroenterology or hepatology relevant course of CPD such as GIN
- PACR/PACE or physical assessment and diagnostics course
- Mentorship qualification
Experience
Essential
- Current band 5 or band 6 nursing experience in any setting
Desirable
- Gastroenterology or hepatology experience in any setting
- Knowledge of liver disease and its management
- Previous work within an outpatient setting or clinic environment
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
