Job overview

We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Hepatology Support Nurse to join our multidisciplinary team, contributing to the Liver Health Checks and Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) Surveillance programme. This role is essential in ensuring a smooth and coordinated patient journey for individuals eligible for cancer surveillance after a screening fibro scan in Liver Health Checks clinics.

The successful candidate will manage administrative processes for patients undergoing liver health checks, ensuring efficient follow-up care. They will support the Hepatology Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) team by delivering patient-centred care for individuals with liver disease, including assessments, care planning, implementation, and evaluation of routine care.

The role includes independently delivering a nurse-led fibro scan clinic and assisting with day case paracentesis and liver biopsy services, ensuring patient comfort and monitoring during recovery. The Hepatology Support Nurse will collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to provide support, advice, and education to patients and staff, ensuring high standards of care.

Additionally, the candidate will provide comprehensive support for patients and families, staying up to date with hepatology nursing to ensure evidence-based care. The role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking, patient-focused team dedicated to improving care and outcomes for liver disease patients.

Main duties of the job

Patient Care and Support

• Work within and support a multi-professional team to deliver the Liver Health Checks and HCC Surveillance programmes.
• Monitor patients on pathways.
• Provide a single point of access for urgent or specialist patient needs.
• Manage data and patient tracking.
• Develop and maintain a Patient Tracking List for HCC surveillance patients.
• Collaborate with CNS team.

Staff Responsibility

• Liaise with MDT, outpatient departments, community teams, GPs, and consultants to coordinate patient care.

Administration

• Maintain accurate, confidential patient records in line with Trust and NMC standards.
• Organise workload effectively, prioritising tasks as needed.
• Monitor and review guidelines and protocols for hepatology patients.
• Contribute to developing policies for managing patients with healthcare professionals.
• Document care according to Trust guidelines.

Strategic and Service Responsibilities

• Collaborate with CNS, Consultant Lead, and Matron to improve service delivery.
• Assist in establishing a patient database for audits and service development.
• Attend education forums and stay updated on national guidelines.

Organisational Skills

• Maintain professional development, including Trust mandatory and clinical training.
• Develop methods for data collection and present at governance meetings.
• Demonstrate IT competency and maintain accurate record-keeping.

Working for your organisation

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!