Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity ideally for an experienced Urology Nurse to join our dynamic team of Urology Oncology Nurse Specialists Depending on experience and skills we would consider offering as an training post/band 5 with a view to progression when required skills met
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual who has a passion to deliver the highest standards of care to patients.
Main duties of the job
You will work in conjunction with the nurse specialist to provide specialist nursing care for patients with urology cancers, maintaining and developing a quality service .Ideally you should have experience or an interest in urology and possess excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, have the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team and have a specialist interest in developing the service we provide
You should be able to demonstrate an ability to assist in the management of patients requiring specialist nursing care and facilitating multidisciplinary working across healthcare sectors. You will need good communication skills and be able to work as part of a team and autonomously when required
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 neighboring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values:
Compassion
Respect
Integrity
Courageous
Accountable
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role please refer to the job description located under the supporting documents heading. The full person specification can be assessed under the short listing criteria of the document
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role please refer to the job description located under the supporting documents heading. The full person specification can be assessed under the short listing criteria of the document
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered NMC Nurse
- Educated to Diploma/Degree level or equivalent level of education, training or experience
- Mentor qualification
Desirable
Knowledge/Experienc
Essential
- Previous relevant health care experience
- Evidence of post registration qualification/education to diploma, with an enthusiasm for learning
- Commitment to continuing professional development; with an enthusiasm for learning
- Relevant experience caring for patients with underlying urology conditions
Desirable
- Awareness and understanding of current issues within nursing, midwifery and the wider NHS
Skills
Essential
- The ability to communicate with patients and their families/carers during a highly stressful time, requiring the ability to alter communication strategies dependent on the situation and the patient's status
- To demonstrate accuracy and clarity in verbal, written and electronic communication; and appropriate information storage
- The ability to make judgments on problems requiring investigation, analysis e.g., assessment of patient condition, suitability for discharge
- Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care
- Able to organise, prioritise and adjust own workload in relation to the priorities of the department
- Able to allocate and delegate workload responsibly and monitor the work of others; clinical supervision of junior staff
- The ability to make changes to own practice and offer suggestions for improving services
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered NMC Nurse
- Educated to Diploma/Degree level or equivalent level of education, training or experience
- Mentor qualification
Desirable
Knowledge/Experienc
Essential
- Previous relevant health care experience
- Evidence of post registration qualification/education to diploma, with an enthusiasm for learning
- Commitment to continuing professional development; with an enthusiasm for learning
- Relevant experience caring for patients with underlying urology conditions
Desirable
- Awareness and understanding of current issues within nursing, midwifery and the wider NHS
Skills
Essential
- The ability to communicate with patients and their families/carers during a highly stressful time, requiring the ability to alter communication strategies dependent on the situation and the patient's status
- To demonstrate accuracy and clarity in verbal, written and electronic communication; and appropriate information storage
- The ability to make judgments on problems requiring investigation, analysis e.g., assessment of patient condition, suitability for discharge
- Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care
- Able to organise, prioritise and adjust own workload in relation to the priorities of the department
- Able to allocate and delegate workload responsibly and monitor the work of others; clinical supervision of junior staff
- The ability to make changes to own practice and offer suggestions for improving services
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).
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