University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Urogynaecology Clinical Nurse Specialist

The closing date is 01 September 2025

Job summary

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust areexpanding the specialist urogynaecology nursing service to improve pathways for those with pelvic floor and bladder dysfunction and seeking an experienced nurse to join our established multidisciplinary team.

The role is based predominantly at St. Richards Hospital, however on occasion may need to provide cross site cover within U H Sussex.

The post will be a Band 7 for an experienced Urogynaecological Nurse with a proven track record in teaching and education as well as service improvement and leadership.

The post holder will be able to co-ordinate and deliver an expert nurse led service including vaginal pessary, bladder retraining, catheter care, TWOC and urodynamic assessments.

For the right candidate, there is the opportunity to apply for a developmental role where the successful candidate will receive full training and support both formally through appropriate courses and from members of the MDT. This will be at Band 6 and experience in Gynaecology or urology is essential.

On completion of training within the Urogynaecology service, the successful applicant will provide expert care and treatment to patients, under the guidance of the Urogynaecology Consultants.

If you think you have the excellent clinical and communication skills, and the relevant knowledge required to deliver evidence based high quality care to our patients then we will be pleased to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The purpose of the post is to contribute to a specialist urogynaecology nursing service for women with pelvic floor and bladder dysfunction alongside the existing Urogynaecology Nursing staff, Urogynaecology Consultants, and the rest of the multidisciplinary team.

The Urogynaecology Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) will work closely with the Urogynaecology Consultant Team to deliver care according to current National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecology (RCOG) and British Society of Urogynaecology (BSUG) guidance, thereby supporting the service to expand and develop further.

The post holder will provide highly specialist clinical expertise in all aspects of Urogynaecology and will deliver an expert nursing service with their own nurse-led outpatient case load (including but not exclusively; vaginal pessary management and insertion, bladder training, urodynamics, patient education, catheter care and management, medication management, post-operative assessment). The role may require developing additional clinical skills as the service continues to progress in line with current research and guidelines.

The post holder will support the Gynaecology Matron and Urogynaecology Clinical Lead by participating in the continued development and day to day coordination of the Urogynaecology service.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop.

We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

Date posted

18 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-7386606-AUG25

Job locations

St Richards Hospital

Spital field lane

Chichester

PO19 6SE

Job description

Job responsibilities

Delivery a highly specialist individual service to patients experiencing a variety of urogynaecological problems.

To collect and analyse data as required in line with the BSUG standards to audit and evaluate performance including:

Patient satisfaction to gain feedback for service improvement

Completion of BSUG database

Disseminate patient data including post-operative findings through the national urogynaecology BSUG database

Present the performance data/audit to the multidisciplinary team on a regular basis.

Ensure compliance with BSUG standards

Support the continuing operational and strategic development of specialist services within Urogynaecology. This includes out-patient flexible cystoscopy and associated treatments such as Botox, Bulkamid (urethral bulking) and Sacral nerve stimuation.

Assist in the continuing development of the Urogynaecology service and the implementation of best evidence based practice in accordance with NICE, RCOG and BSUG guidelines.

Support the unit to obtain and then maintain accreditation for the provision of specialist Urogynaecology services (BSUG).

Initiate and participate in management of change to broaden activities and innovative care; standards and communication links through the Acute and Primary Care Trusts.

Communicate highly complex, sensitive or contentious information effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare professionals, including consultants and clinical nurse specialists within the Trust.

Promote excellent communication both verbal and written within the multidisciplinary and wider team that supports and delivers the urogynaecological service.

Liaise with other health and social care professionals to ensure co-coordinated, on-going care, e.g. GPs, district nurse team, outpatient and ward staff. This would include formulating specilaised plans of care and co-ordinate onward referrals as appropriate.

Act as a point of contact within the Trust for urogynaecology within Womens Health and provided highly specialist information and support.

Maintain accurate records of all referred patients, ensuring relevant information and outcomes are documented in the patients notes in accordance with the Trust policy and professional standards.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Delivery a highly specialist individual service to patients experiencing a variety of urogynaecological problems.

To collect and analyse data as required in line with the BSUG standards to audit and evaluate performance including:

Patient satisfaction to gain feedback for service improvement

Completion of BSUG database

Disseminate patient data including post-operative findings through the national urogynaecology BSUG database

Present the performance data/audit to the multidisciplinary team on a regular basis.

Ensure compliance with BSUG standards

Support the continuing operational and strategic development of specialist services within Urogynaecology. This includes out-patient flexible cystoscopy and associated treatments such as Botox, Bulkamid (urethral bulking) and Sacral nerve stimuation.

Assist in the continuing development of the Urogynaecology service and the implementation of best evidence based practice in accordance with NICE, RCOG and BSUG guidelines.

Support the unit to obtain and then maintain accreditation for the provision of specialist Urogynaecology services (BSUG).

Initiate and participate in management of change to broaden activities and innovative care; standards and communication links through the Acute and Primary Care Trusts.

Communicate highly complex, sensitive or contentious information effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare professionals, including consultants and clinical nurse specialists within the Trust.

Promote excellent communication both verbal and written within the multidisciplinary and wider team that supports and delivers the urogynaecological service.

Liaise with other health and social care professionals to ensure co-coordinated, on-going care, e.g. GPs, district nurse team, outpatient and ward staff. This would include formulating specilaised plans of care and co-ordinate onward referrals as appropriate.

Act as a point of contact within the Trust for urogynaecology within Womens Health and provided highly specialist information and support.

Maintain accurate records of all referred patients, ensuring relevant information and outcomes are documented in the patients notes in accordance with the Trust policy and professional standards.

Person Specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential

Knowledge, skills and competency gained through working in gynaecology and specialist clinics Specialist knowledge / expertise through training or relevant experience.
Registered Nurse RN (General)
Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
Mentorship module

Desirable

Physical assessment skills Communications Skills course or willing to train
Competent in performing and interpreting Urodynamic tests
Evidence of management / leadership training
Experience in Urogynaecology
Degree or Masters Level qualification.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Person Specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential

Knowledge, skills and competency gained through working in gynaecology and specialist clinics Specialist knowledge / expertise through training or relevant experience.
Registered Nurse RN (General)
Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
Mentorship module

Desirable

Physical assessment skills Communications Skills course or willing to train
Competent in performing and interpreting Urodynamic tests
Evidence of management / leadership training
Experience in Urogynaecology
Degree or Masters Level qualification.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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UK Registration

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Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Certificate of Sponsorship

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

St Richards Hospital

Spital field lane

Chichester

PO19 6SE

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

St Richards Hospital

Spital field lane

Chichester

PO19 6SE

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)