Job Description

Join Our Dynamic Colorectal Nursing Team as a Triage NurseAre you a passionate and motivated nurse looking to elevate your career? We are excited to invite you to apply for the position of Colorectal Triage Nurse in a fixed term / secondment opportunity !In this pivotal role, you'll play an essential part in ensuring prompt diagnoses for patients on a critical 28-day pathway, offering compassionate care and unwavering support to those on suspected cancer journeys.This is a perfect opportunity for individuals with colorectal or general surgical experience who aspire to specialise further and enhance their expertise in a rewarding field. Collaborating closely with a dedicated team of nursing and medical professionals across both the surgical department and cancer services, you will be instrumental in improving patient outcomes.We seek a unique individual who not only understands surgical nursing and cancer pathways but is also deeply committed to enhancing patient experiences. You will receive comprehensive training and support as you develop into a specialist nursing role.If you are eager to contribute to the development of our nursing practice and showcase your commitment to ongoing professional and academic growth, we want to hear from you! Join us in making a real difference in the lives of our patients - your journey begins here.Main duties of the jobAs a crucial member of our colorectal nursing team, you will play a vital role in triaging patients on the suspected colorectal cancer pathway (TWR/28-day pathway). Guided by senior colleagues and established protocols, you will ensure timely and efficient care for every patient.Your mission will be to champion faster diagnoses and enhance outcomes for those with suspected colorectal cancer by coordinating essential investigations. You'll foster collaboration with our directorate management and cancer services department, guaranteeing that patients experience a smooth and timely diagnostic journey.In this integral role, you will review and act on investigation results within your scope of practice, while also serving as a crucial point of contact for patients navigating the suspected colorectal cancer pathway. Your effective communication skills will significantly improve patient experience, providing reassurance and support during their treatment journey.Additionally, you will escalate any concerns or results that fall outside your current scope of practice, ensuring that our patients receive the best possible care.Join us in this impactful role, where your contributions will not only advance your career but also make a real difference in the lives of patients fighting colorectal cancer. Your journey to shaping the future of patient care starts here.About usThe Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.Date posted25 April 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salaryxc2xa337,338 to xc2xa344,962 a year Per annumContractFixed termDuration8 monthsWorking patternFull-timeReference number236-OCO-NM273-25Job locationsThe Royal Oldham HospitalRochdale RoadOldhamOL1 2JHJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will be the point of contact for patients referred onto the colorectal suspected cancer pathway/Two-Week Rule. Main duties of the role are:

• Triage patients referred onto the suspected colorectal cancer pathway (TWR / 28 day pathway)
• Support faster diagnosis and improve outcomes for patients with suspected colorectal cancer by organising appropriate investigations
• Review and action on results of investigations, within the post holders scope of practice
• Improve patient experience by ensuring effective communication and being a point of contact within the colorectal team

Escalate concerns or results to senior colleagues that are outside the nurses current scope of practiceThe successful candidate will work alongside the colorectal team and cancer services to support and facilitate faster diagnosis for patients on a suspected cancer pathway. Full support alongside our colorectal Nursing team will be offered throughout. The post requires individuals who can work alongside our nursing and medical colleagues in surgery and cancer services, the successful candidates must be able to work autonomously once confident to do so. The successful candidate will complete telephone clinics.To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will be the point of contact for patients referred onto the colorectal suspected cancer pathway/Two-Week Rule. Main duties of the role are:

• Triage patients referred onto the suspected colorectal cancer pathway (TWR / 28 day pathway)
• Support faster diagnosis and improve outcomes for patients with suspected colorectal cancer by organising appropriate investigations
• Review and action on results of investigations, within the post holders scope of practice
• Improve patient experience by ensuring effective communication and being a point of contact within the colorectal team

Escalate concerns or results to senior colleagues that are outside the nurses current scope of practiceThe successful candidate will work alongside the colorectal team and cancer services to support and facilitate faster diagnosis for patients on a suspected cancer pathway. Full support alongside our colorectal Nursing team will be offered throughout. The post requires individuals who can work alongside our nursing and medical colleagues in surgery and cancer services, the successful candidates must be able to work autonomously once confident to do so. The successful candidate will complete telephone clinics.To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.ukPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Degree in Nursing / healthcare

Desirable

• MSc Nursing / Healthcare
• Clinical Examination Skills

Professional RegistrationEssential

• Valid NMC Registration

Knowledge, Training & ExperienceEssential

• Significant experience working within the colorectal field
• Sage and Thyme training
• Evidence of post graduate study relevant to role
• Willingness to complete study applicable to role

Desirable

• Advanced communication skills training
• NHS England - Telephone assessment for Colorectal STT

Skills & AbilitiesEssential

• Autonomous decision making - judgement capability
• Evidence of high level analytical and judgement skills
• Evidence of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Sound knowledge of national and local targets in relation to the Suspected LGI Cancer Pathway / Straight to Test
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines / clinic capacity
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients and all members of the MDT

Desirable

• Evidence of undertaking a quality improvement project and sharing results
• Evidence of problem-solving capabilities / skills

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Degree in Nursing / healthcare

Desirable

• MSc Nursing / Healthcare
• Clinical Examination Skills

Professional RegistrationEssential

• Valid NMC Registration

Knowledge, Training & ExperienceEssential

• Significant experience working within the colorectal field
• Sage and Thyme training
• Evidence of post graduate study relevant to role
• Willingness to complete study applicable to role

Desirable

• Advanced communication skills training
• NHS England - Telephone assessment for Colorectal STT

Skills & AbilitiesEssential

• Autonomous decision making - judgement capability
• Evidence of high level analytical and judgement skills
• Evidence of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Sound knowledge of national and local targets in relation to the Suspected LGI Cancer Pathway / Straight to Test
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines / clinic capacity
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients and all members of the MDT

Desirable

• Evidence of undertaking a quality improvement project and sharing results
• Evidence of problem-solving capabilities / skills

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