Band 7 Oesophagogastric (OG) Clinical Nurse Specialist

Clinical Responsibilities Act as the point of contact for patients, coordinating care across the full pathway Lead CNS-led clinics and telephone assessment clinic Coordinate MDT meetings, prepare cases, and ensure timely communication and implementation of outcomes Manage endoscopy pathways (EMR, ESD, RFA) including scheduling, referrals, and follow-ups Work collaboratively with internal teams and external organisations to ensure seamless care delivery Quality & Patient Safety Monitor patient pathways to ensure timely diagnostics, treatment, and follow-up Contribute to audit, service evaluation, and continuous quality improvement initiatives Ensure high standards of care, governance, and adherence to clinical protocols Education & Training Provide specialist education and support to patients and carers throughout their care journey Act as a mentor and resource for nursing and MDT colleagues Contribute to the development and delivery of training programmes within the specialty Support learning and development of junior staff and students Research & Service Development Participate in audit, research, and data collection to improve clinical outcomes and pathways Support implementation of evidence-based practice and innovation within the service Contribute to the development of clinical guidelines, protocols, and new ways of working Management & Leadership Demonstrate strong clinical leadership and act as a role model for best practice Manage own caseload, acting as a lone CNS and managing the workload effectively within a complex clinical environment Support service planning, reporting, and performance General Responsibilities Maintain accurate, confidential patient records in line with professional standards Communicate sensitively and effectively, including delivering complex or distressing information Work within organisational policies and professional regulatory requirements (NMC) Demonstrate a compassionate, adaptable, and proactive approach to patient care and service delivery