They will act as a clinical and professional resource to the multi-disciplinary team, patients and carers. Assisting in the development of a specialist inflammatory bowel disease service to prevent unnecessary admissions, support in-patient care and enhance early effective discharge. Contribute to advancing the body of knowledge through education, research and audit, as well as developing practice. Contribute to the IBD infusion service by working closely with the infusion nurse team to support for advice and guidance including monitoring guidelines and protocols for this service in relation to IBD.
Key working relationships:
Lead gastroenterology consultant IBD Lead Consultant and all Gastro Cons
IBD gastroenterologist
Other IBD Nurse Specialists
Patient Safety and Quality Team
Gastroenterology Pharmacist
IBD coordinator
Matron
Home Care
Dietician Services
Pharmacy
Operational Management Team
Ward Staff
Patient Experience Representatives and IBD patient panel
If entered via the development plan, the post-holder’s promotion to Band 7 is subject to the sign-off of key competencies, which will be discussed and agreed with the line manager.
