Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Outpatient Hysteroscopy team at Princess Alexandra Hospital as a clinical nurse specialist. The successful applicant will be instrumental in developing a new pathway allowing for efficient streamlining, booking, assessment and diagnosis of patients referred under the Faster Diagnostic Standard as part of a wider improvement programme across Women's Health. The role will involve triaging referrals to the service and creation of a nurse led clinic to assess and direct these referrals to the appropriate pathway including the straight to test pathway.A background in Gynaecology specifically Hysteroscopy and the Post-Menopausal Bleeding pathway is essential to be considered for this post.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work with the multi-disciplinary team to deliver safe, effective and timely care and treatment to adults referred on the Post-Menopausal Bleeding Pathway. The post spans two specialities - Gynaecology and Gynaecology Oncology service.
The post holder will triage referrals, participate in nurse-led clinics to assess, investigate, refer to other healthcare professionals as necessary and will follow the Post-Menopausal Bleeding pathway. The aim of this pathway is to give patients an answer as to if their symptoms are the result of cancer or not within 28 days of referral where cancer is suspected in accordance with the Faster Diagnostic Standard.
About us
This is an exciting time for the Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust. We are on a digital transformation journey leading us to our brand new hospital.
We believe that our people are our greatest asset. That's why we invest in continuous learning, career development, and personal growth. From nurses to administrators, everyone has a role to play in our success story.
The Princess Alexandra Promise to our patients as identified by our 3 values which will contribute to improving our patient experiences:
Patient at heart - Always holding the patient and their wellbeing at the centre of our thoughts and efforts
Everyday excellence - Sharing and celebrating our successes, being honest when we get it wrong, giving us the ability to learn from both
Creative collaboration - Knowing strength comes from diversity, we combine our experiences, skills and talents, working together to find new and better ways to care
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job description and person specification for the full job details. This is available to download at any time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job description and person specification for the full job details. This is available to download at any time.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Shows knowledge and commitment to the 3 Trust values
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Current NMC Regsitration
- Degree in a health related subject
- Leadership/Management training or willing to undertake within 12 months
- CPD in Hysteroscopy and/or PMB pathway
Desirable
- MSc in Advanced Practice or working towards
- Non-medical prescriber course
Experience
Essential
- 3 years or more as a Band 6 nurse
- Supervising and assessing in a clinical setting
- Clinical audit and research participation
- Relevant background and training in Gynaecology services
- Experience working in Hysterosocpy services
- Significant experience working in collaboration with the MDT
Desirable
- Resource management
- Previous experience as a clinical nurse specialist
- Guideline, SOP and patient literature development
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of national guidance and drivers in the field of Hysteroscopy and Faster Diagnostic Standards
- Management of patients with complex needs
- Ability to practice autonomously and initiate appropriate plans of care for patients
- Good insight into current and professional issues
- Clinical examination skills
- Local and national health policy and the wider health economy
- Clinical governance issues in the clinical area
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Independent practitioner
- Highly motivated team player
- Approachable and positive role model
- Reliable and flexible
- Trust worthy, Caring, Committed and Compassionate
- Excellent time management skills
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Shows knowledge and commitment to the 3 Trust values
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Current NMC Regsitration
- Degree in a health related subject
- Leadership/Management training or willing to undertake within 12 months
- CPD in Hysteroscopy and/or PMB pathway
Desirable
- MSc in Advanced Practice or working towards
- Non-medical prescriber course
Experience
Essential
- 3 years or more as a Band 6 nurse
- Supervising and assessing in a clinical setting
- Clinical audit and research participation
- Relevant background and training in Gynaecology services
- Experience working in Hysterosocpy services
- Significant experience working in collaboration with the MDT
Desirable
- Resource management
- Previous experience as a clinical nurse specialist
- Guideline, SOP and patient literature development
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of national guidance and drivers in the field of Hysteroscopy and Faster Diagnostic Standards
- Management of patients with complex needs
- Ability to practice autonomously and initiate appropriate plans of care for patients
- Good insight into current and professional issues
- Clinical examination skills
- Local and national health policy and the wider health economy
- Clinical governance issues in the clinical area
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Independent practitioner
- Highly motivated team player
- Approachable and positive role model
- Reliable and flexible
- Trust worthy, Caring, Committed and Compassionate
- Excellent time management 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).
