Job summary
The post holder will work independently as a Clinical Nurse Specialist performing diagnostic and therapeutic hysteroscopy procedures in line with the Faster Diagnostic Services (FDS) as outlined by NHS England to meet the 28-day target from referral to diagnosis.
The post holder will demonstrate advanced levels of clinical judgment, discretion and clinical decision making in accordance with the British Society of Gynaecological Endoscopists (BSGE).
The post holder will be an experienced practitioner, with expert knowledge and skills in the field of hysteroscopy services, undertaking holistic assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care in accordance with National Guidance; and able to provide comprehensive consultation and advice for patients.
The role includes providing a Nurse led hysteroscopy service, as part of a MDT in collaboration with a consultant lead supporting a one stop model of care for women who are referred to the service for suspected cancer. The successful post holder will also work in partnership with the patient navigator, the wider operational management team, nursing, and support all teams to deliver the clinical objectives of the Hysteroscopy Faster Diagnosis Service.
This is a new and exciting opportunity to develop a service which meets the needs of women referred to our service.
Main duties of the job
The practitioner will be involved in the delivery of FDS hysteroscopy services to all patients attending the department. They will be able to organise their workload efficiently and liaise with referrers and other staff to optimise service delivery.
The Postholder will work unsupervised in delivering all aspects of hysteroscopy, act independently, understand scan findings and produce written reports on examinations performed. Excellent communication skills are essential for this role due to the need to deliver highly sensitive and potentially upsetting information to both patients and relatives.
The hysteroscopy practitioner will also assist in the supervision of students, newly qualified staff, and other professional groups. We expect our hysteroscopy practitioner to actively help with governance and value their input on how we can achieve the best diagnostic outcomes.
About us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will deliver and contribute to the development of a nurse led Faster Diagnosis hysteroscopy service, working as an autonomous practitioner, delivering high quality, expert nursing care. The post holder will also be required to undertake telephone consultations to support the service and will be expected to participate in the strategic development of the hysteroscopy service by:
Being recognised as an expert in their field highly holding specialist knowledge and experience in hysteroscopy.
Providing leadership in clinical practice for the professional team and peers ensuring an effective learning experience for students through the provision of an educational environment.
To collate and monitor activity and trend data relating to the FDS hysteroscopy service against national and locally agreed standards.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will deliver and contribute to the development of a nurse led Faster Diagnosis hysteroscopy service, working as an autonomous practitioner, delivering high quality, expert nursing care. The post holder will also be required to undertake telephone consultations to support the service and will be expected to participate in the strategic development of the hysteroscopy service by:
Being recognised as an expert in their field highly holding specialist knowledge and experience in hysteroscopy.
Providing leadership in clinical practice for the professional team and peers ensuring an effective learning experience for students through the provision of an educational environment.
To collate and monitor activity and trend data relating to the FDS hysteroscopy service against national and locally agreed standards.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Midwife (current registration)
- BSGE registered.
- Minimum 12 months experience working in hysteroscopy services.
- Commitment to self-development; must have evidence of recent professional development.
- Mentorship qualification; sign off mentor.
- Experience of multi professional working
Desirable
- Evidence of Leadership
- Ultrasound experience in gynaecology
- Colposcopy trained.
Experience
Essential
- 3 years gynaecology experience
- Existing experience in hysteroscopy service delivery
- Evidence of continued profressional development
Desirable
- Leadership course
- Experience in developing policies, guidelines, protocols, and standards.
- Experience in audit and review of service performance
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Ability to maintain professional and personal credibility across all staff groups demonstrating knowledge of current clinical policies and guidelines.
- Ability to critically evaluate and assess care.
- Understanding of gynaecology FDS delivery
- Ability to effectively priorities own case and workload
- Organisation, prioritisation, and time management skills.
- Proven communication skills, both verbal & written.
- IT literate.
Desirable
- Demonstrate a commitment to evidence-based practice and knowledge of professional issues.
- Commitment for development of own educational needs
- Experience of audit of practice
Attributes
Essential
- High level of self-motivation.
- Able to work as an autonomous practitioner.
- Able to work as part of the MDT and wider departmental team.
- Calm and objective in challenging situations.
- Demonstrable commitment to, and focus on quality and safety, promoting continual improvement.
- Excellent communication skills
- Assertive
- Demonstrates caring and sensitive approach
Desirable
- Dynamic approach to leadership & decision making
- Innovative
- Specialist interest in Ultrasound Scanning
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Midwife (current registration)
- BSGE registered.
- Minimum 12 months experience working in hysteroscopy services.
- Commitment to self-development; must have evidence of recent professional development.
- Mentorship qualification; sign off mentor.
- Experience of multi professional working
Desirable
- Evidence of Leadership
- Ultrasound experience in gynaecology
- Colposcopy trained.
Experience
Essential
- 3 years gynaecology experience
- Existing experience in hysteroscopy service delivery
- Evidence of continued profressional development
Desirable
- Leadership course
- Experience in developing policies, guidelines, protocols, and standards.
- Experience in audit and review of service performance
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Ability to maintain professional and personal credibility across all staff groups demonstrating knowledge of current clinical policies and guidelines.
- Ability to critically evaluate and assess care.
- Understanding of gynaecology FDS delivery
- Ability to effectively priorities own case and workload
- Organisation, prioritisation, and time management skills.
- Proven communication skills, both verbal & written.
- IT literate.
Desirable
- Demonstrate a commitment to evidence-based practice and knowledge of professional issues.
- Commitment for development of own educational needs
- Experience of audit of practice
Attributes
Essential
- High level of self-motivation.
- Able to work as an autonomous practitioner.
- Able to work as part of the MDT and wider departmental team.
- Calm and objective in challenging situations.
- Demonstrable commitment to, and focus on quality and safety, promoting continual improvement.
- Excellent communication skills
- Assertive
- Demonstrates caring and sensitive approach
Desirable
- Dynamic approach to leadership & decision making
- Innovative
- Specialist interest in Ultrasound Scanning
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
