Job summary
The
cystoscopy service is based at St James Hospital which is a busy department
providing care for patients on several different care pathways. This includes
patients receiving a new diagnosis of cancer, cancer surveillance as well as
the management of benign conditions.
The
job holder will work within the nurse cystoscopy team, as well as contribute
to the wider multidisciplinary team. To continue the development of the nurse
led service we would like an inspirational, compassionate, and caring nurse
who is committed to continually improving the patient experience.
We
need a unique individual who is a hard-working enthusiastic team player able
to deliver high quality care under pressure. We are looking for applicants
with urology or oncology experience who are keen to develop their clinical
skills.
For
trainees we offer a supportive, friendly, and caring environment to complete
an individualised training and development plan which incorporates set
competences in line with the BAUS / BAUN guidelines.
Trained
nurse cystoscopist and non-medical prescriber - Band 7
Trainee
nurse cystoscopist Band 6 a further interview will be required on
completion training before moving to Band 7 .
Applications
for a trainee nurse cystoscopist are welcome. This will include a training
period of approximately one year
For
further details / informal visits contact:
Zoe
Gardham (nurse cystoscopist)
zoe.gardham@nhs.net
Telephone
0113 2066240
Main duties of the job
The
role includes
Practical training to perform the
skill of flexible cystoscopy competently using the BAUN/ BAUS guidelines
Working within the flexible
cystoscopy room with a nurse cystoscopist / doctor to develop the skills/
knowledge required to make safe and competent decisions around patient care
and management and understand how to manage the list.
Working within the haematuria
pathway to assist with triage of 2 week wait referrals, the accurate and
appropriate requesting of investigations and timely review of reports to
ensure seamless management of patients on a cancer pathway. This includes
referral to other specialities and MDTs.
Telephone review and assessment of
patients with complex needs to assess their suitability for and to assist in
the planning of further investigation.
Assist with delivering health
promotion and advice to patients attending the cystoscopy clinic.
Assist with general queries from
patients and admin staff.
The
nurse cystoscopist role is demanding and challenging both physically and
emotionally, you will need to be resilient and able to concentrate and remain
focused for long periods of time and have excellent communication skills.
There
will be some private study time allocated.
About us
Our
values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this
as strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our
staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:
Patient-centered
Collaborative
Fair
Accountable
Empowered
All
our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk'
members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts
are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove
adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the
shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this
process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any
questions.
Planned Interview Date: 23rd May 2024
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work within the Nurse Cystoscopy team and support our service for patients requiring cystoscopy for both benign and cancerous conditions within the Leeds Teaching Hospitals.
The successful candidate will train to be competent at the practical skill of flexible cystoscopy and develop the necessary specialist knowledge and skills to deliver complex information and provide a robust management plan in concordance with patients and relatives.
With the appropriate support and training we expect the individual to provide advice, information and support to patients, carers and staff regarding patient treatment and ongoing management plans.
We expect the individual to provide care for patients in line with Trust and Government strategies and targets. In collaboration with the multidisciplinary team the post holder will assist in the support of research, audit and quality assurance projects.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work within the Nurse Cystoscopy team and support our service for patients requiring cystoscopy for both benign and cancerous conditions within the Leeds Teaching Hospitals.
The successful candidate will train to be competent at the practical skill of flexible cystoscopy and develop the necessary specialist knowledge and skills to deliver complex information and provide a robust management plan in concordance with patients and relatives.
With the appropriate support and training we expect the individual to provide advice, information and support to patients, carers and staff regarding patient treatment and ongoing management plans.
We expect the individual to provide care for patients in line with Trust and Government strategies and targets. In collaboration with the multidisciplinary team the post holder will assist in the support of research, audit and quality assurance projects.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1)
- Health Professions Council Registration
Desirable
- NMP
- IRMER training
- Relevant teaching qualification
- Degree-level registration qualification or equivalent post-registration award
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Self-motivated and able to work independently and autonomously
- High standard of oral and written communication skills
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Evidence of commitment to teaching.
- Evidence of leadership skills and ability to motivate individuals and teams.
- IT literate
Other Criteria
Essential
- Capable of lateral thinking with well-developed assertiveness skills, able to successfully initiate, manage and sustain change.
- Flexible, positive, problem solving approach to issues
- Awareness of Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust guidelines and policies
Experience
Essential
- At least 3 years at Band 6 or equivalent of which at least 2 years should be within a relevant specialty area and during which the following experience should have been gained
- Evidence of continuous professional development and the practical application of new skills to the work place.
- Clinical audit and standard setting
- Service development and or change
Desirable
- Experience within Urology
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1)
- Health Professions Council Registration
Desirable
- NMP
- IRMER training
- Relevant teaching qualification
- Degree-level registration qualification or equivalent post-registration award
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Self-motivated and able to work independently and autonomously
- High standard of oral and written communication skills
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Evidence of commitment to teaching.
- Evidence of leadership skills and ability to motivate individuals and teams.
- IT literate
Other Criteria
Essential
- Capable of lateral thinking with well-developed assertiveness skills, able to successfully initiate, manage and sustain change.
- Flexible, positive, problem solving approach to issues
- Awareness of Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust guidelines and policies
Experience
Essential
- At least 3 years at Band 6 or equivalent of which at least 2 years should be within a relevant specialty area and during which the following experience should have been gained
- Evidence of continuous professional development and the practical application of new skills to the work place.
- Clinical audit and standard setting
- Service development and or change
Desirable
- Experience within Urology
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).
