Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated nurse to join our friendly Urology team .This is a newly funded post which has given us opportunity to expand our specialist nursing team .
You will be working in a newly refurbished unit with lots of opportunities to further develop your nursing skills.
As a Flexible cystoscopy nurse you will be responsible for the development and implementation of the dedicated nurse led service for patients referred with visible/non visible haematuria, triaging referrals and ordering investigations as part of the haematuria one stop pathway and performing surveillance flexible cystoscopies
The post holder will develop expert knowledge and skills to undertake flexible cystoscopies following the professional guidance issued by the association of urology surgeons and British association of urology nurses. Training for flexible cystoscopies will be provided.
Ensure the delivery of high quality, clinically effective care, contribute to prioritising and utilising research, and collaborating with colleagues in
everyday practice.
The post holder will act at all times in accordance with the NMC code and local standards of care
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for the development and implementation of the dedicated nurse led service for patients referred with visible/non visible haematuria, triaging referrals and ordering investigations as part of the haematuria one stop pathway and performing surveillance flexible cystoscopies
The post holder will develop expert knowledge and skills to undertake flexible cystoscopies following the professional guidance issued by the association of urology surgeons and British association of urology nurses. Training for flexible cystoscopies will be provided.
Ensure the delivery of high quality, clinically effective care, contribute to prioritising and utilising research, and collaborating with colleagues in everyday practice.
The post holder will act at all times in accordance with the NMC code and local standards of care
About us
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values: Compassion Respect Integrity Courageous Accountable
Job description
Job responsibilities
For additional information on role requirements and the person specification for this role, please refer to the job description attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For additional information on role requirements and the person specification for this role, please refer to the job description attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse
- Educated to Diploma/Degree level or equivalent level of education, training or experience
- Further post graduate education or experience to masters level or equivalent
- Willingness to undertake additional training to undertake flexible cystoscopies
- Advanced communication skills training or willingness to undertake
- Evidence of continued professional development
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Previous knowledge and experience in caring for patients living with urological cancers
- Evidence of post registration qualification/education to diploma, with an enthusiasm for learning
- Commitment to continuing professional development; with an enthusiasm for learning
- Knowledge of national frameworks related to bladder cancer
- Knowledge of cancer waiting times
Desirable
- Leadership and management
- Experience of leading research/Audit
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Assessment skills
- Ability to analyse and interpret complex date and results of investigations
- Ability to work under pressure
- Effective negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Analytical and IT skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse
- Educated to Diploma/Degree level or equivalent level of education, training or experience
- Further post graduate education or experience to masters level or equivalent
- Willingness to undertake additional training to undertake flexible cystoscopies
- Advanced communication skills training or willingness to undertake
- Evidence of continued professional development
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Previous knowledge and experience in caring for patients living with urological cancers
- Evidence of post registration qualification/education to diploma, with an enthusiasm for learning
- Commitment to continuing professional development; with an enthusiasm for learning
- Knowledge of national frameworks related to bladder cancer
- Knowledge of cancer waiting times
Desirable
- Leadership and management
- Experience of leading research/Audit
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Assessment skills
- Ability to analyse and interpret complex date and results of investigations
- Ability to work under pressure
- Effective negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Analytical and IT skills
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
