Opportunity to work in a specialized field focused on stoma care and enhanced recovery after surgery.
Gain substantial experience in caring for a diverse range of surgical patients, enhancing clinical skills.
Involvement in a multidisciplinary team that provides invaluable support to patients before and after bowel surgery.
Access to ongoing professional development and learning opportunities within Scotland's largest colorectal unit.
Ability to make a significant impact on patients' quality of life by helping them manage their stoma care and recovery.
Exposure to various procedures and patient care methodologies within a busy hospital environment, fostering a dynamic work experience.
Work within a supportive and collaborative team that emphasises patient-centered care and recovery.
The NHS Scotland is seeking a motivated Band 3 Clinical Support Worker to join the Stoma and Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Team at the Western General Hospital in Edinburgh. The role focuses on providing support for surgical patients, particularly those undergoing bowel surgery, such as bowel cancer operations. Key responsibilities include the day-to-day care of stoma patients, assisting them in managing their stoma care, and facilitating quicker recovery as part of the ERAS programme. The position offers a diverse range of tasks in a busy and specialized colorectal unit, making it a valuable opportunity for those interested in surgical patient care.
This is a fixed-term position for one year, involving 34.5 hours per week. Ideal candidates will have experience in the healthcare field and a dedication to patient support, especially during the critical recovery phase following discharge. The role provides an excellent opportunity to enhance skills and knowledge in a leading colorectal unit in Scotland. Interested applicants can reach out for more information or an informal visit to the ward.
Opportunity to work in a specialized field focused on stoma care and enhanced recovery after surgery.
Gain substantial experience in caring for a diverse range of surgical patients, enhancing clinical skills.
Involvement in a multidisciplinary team that provides invaluable support to patients before and after bowel surgery.
Access to ongoing professional development and learning opportunities within Scotland's largest colorectal unit.
Ability to make a significant impact on patients' quality of life by helping them manage their stoma care and recovery.
Exposure to various procedures and patient care methodologies within a busy hospital environment, fostering a dynamic work experience.
Work within a supportive and collaborative team that emphasises patient-centered care and recovery.
Stoma & ERAS Team
We are looking for a motivated and experienced Band 3 Clinical Support Worker to join the Stoma and Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Team based in the Colorectal Unit at the Western General Hospital in Edinburgh. We are looking to appoint someone with an interest in caring for surgical patients and help provide them with ongoing support before and after bowel surgery. This is an exciting post with a variety of day-to-day tasks. The post holder will be responsible for looking after a case-load of patients who are having surgery for bowel cancer and other bowel or urology conditions. We have a wide variety of patients ranging from emergency admissions to people having planned operations.
The role of the B3 Stoma/ERAS CSW primarily involves supporting people who have a stoma. This includes the day-to-day care of stoma patients but also helping patients to look after their own stoma care whenever possible. Some patients may also be part of an enhanced recovery (ERAS) programme which involves getting patients up and about quicker following their operation. The post holder will work within a specialist team and will be involved in many different types of patient care.
The colorectal unit in Edinburgh is the largest unit of its kind in Scotland making it a very busy department with many opportunities to learn and get a better understanding about looking after surgical patients and patients with a stoma. The input of the ERAS and stoma team is invaluable to these patients and the surgical team, especially following discharge home as this is often when patients need the most support.
The post is a fixed-term 1 year post for 34.5 hours per week. If you would like more information or to arrange an informal visit to the ward, please reach out to ERAS Nurse Pracitioner Angie Balfour :
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