This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team as a Hepatology Specialist Nurse at the Manchester Royal Infirmary (MRI). The post holder will work within the Hepatology nursing team alongside a team of consultant hepatologists and will become an integral part of our workforce and form part of our vision for achieving excellence. Some cross site working may be required.

The post holder will develop the knowledge and skills required to run nurse-led clinics and provide advice management of liver patients with a keen focus on hepatitis B and C as well as a range of other liver conditions. There may also be the opportunity for the post holder to be trained in abdominal paracentesis as part of the Rapid Access Ascitic Drain Service.

Work autonomously to deliver specialist hepatology clinical care appropriate to the needs of the patient group and based on principles that are researched based and which enhance the quality of patient care.

Run hepatology nurse-led clinics and be responsible for excellent standards of nursing care to patients through planning, co-ordinating, delivering and evaluating nurse-led clinics.

Manage the care pathway of patients with a specialty diagnosis by utilising high levels of clinical assessment, decision making, review and monitoring, in partnership with patients, families and multi-disciplinary team.

Discuss relevant changes in clinical condition with consultant Hepatologists. Refer patients to other members of the multidisciplinary team as required.

Provide education for patients and carers at diagnosis and throughout their care journey including condition and treatment options and advice on health and lifestyle activities.

Use specialist knowledge and clinical judgement to provide support and advice to patients, carers, and the multidisciplinary team via telephone or face to face.

Liaise with members of the multidisciplinary team and contribute to training and education to support colleagues in the delivery of specialised patient care

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘ Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.