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quality, evidence based care to all patients who have or may require the formation of a stoma
within the hospital setting. The post holder will also provide expert advice and education for
all staff within the hospital. The stoma care nurse is responsible for reviewing, auditing and
improving the quality of care delivered.
Key responsibilities include;
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised nursing care of the patient with a stoma or fistula.
- Liaise with appropriate hospital staff to facilitate the provision of high-quality care to all patients who have a stoma.
- To act as the patients advocate, through effective support and information enabling them to make informed choices and decisions concerning treatment.
- To liaise with the community and continuing care teams providing a seamless service between hospital and home.
- To act as an expert resource for nursing staff involved in the care of patients with stoma/ colorectal disease, providing support, guidance and teaching programmes.
- To identify and utilise resources or facilities at local or national levels.
- To convey knowledge of organizations who provide extra support for this specialised client group.
- To maintain accurate records in accordance with current best practice.
- To work in accordance with the Trust policies and procedural guidelines collection and patient record updating.
- Be responsible for the maintenance and development of the prescription delivery service.
- Support Health Care Professionals by advising on best practice through clinical patient reviews resulting in the delivery of improved patient care.
motivated to and able to work to set objectives, be able to manage your time and resources
efficiently, possess good communication and interpersonal skills, have a determination to
succeed and possess a good knowledge of primary care patient management systems.
