Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

Urology Cancer Nurse Specialist

The closing date is 22 May 2025

Job summary

The post holder will work as part of a team comprising: 12 consultants, 7 Clinical nurse specialists and a team of dedicated urology staff based in the Urology unit at Stepping Hill Hospital.The post holder will support the urology CNS team in the care and management of urology patients, particularly in respect of developing pathways and clinics for cancer conditions and treatments.The successful candidate can look forward to working within a friendly, supportive environment. Professional development and training are supported within the team structure

Main duties of the job

Main Duties and Responsibilities

In conjunction with the Head Nurse and clinical team will deliver the modernisation agenda within their clinical setting.

Lead by example and act as a positive role model for all staff, taking responsibility for own professional development

Provide leadership that promotes patient focused care.

Lead on the development and delivery of Cancer Urology care and conditions, education and training for patients and staff.

Provide clinical leadership and line management of staff if appropriate, ensuring the delivery of the highest professional standards through staff development and individual performance appraisal/review.

Maintain personal standards of conduct and behaviour, which are consistent with Trust and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards and requirements

Actively contribute to, and support agreed developments within the Business Group, relevant to specialty

Provide proactive case management to patients and their carer/s by regular holistic assessment determined by individual circumstances to identify needs.

Provide expert nursing advice and support to other Health Care Professionals (HCP)

Refer on or signpost to other sources for support.

About us

We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.

If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.

We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.

Benefits we offer to you:

o Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

o NHS pension scheme membership

o Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further

o NHS Staff discounts

o Cycle to work scheme

oSalary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt

o Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice

Details

Date posted

09 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

362-A-25-7128439

Job locations

Urology OPD, Stepping Hill Hospital

Poplar Grove

Stockport

SK2 7JE


Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsibility for Patient CareProvide specialist advice, support and leadership to patient's carers and staff. on issues relating to Urological conditions.Use clinical expertise to assess the psychological needs of the patient group.providing Holistic support.Exercise clinical skills/expertise in identifying acute physical symptoms andacute Urological issues.Use clinical expertise to identify patient needs. Support staff indecision making and coordinating these needs and refer to other agencies asappropriateLead and develop nurse-led clinics/activity, including ordering investigations. and interpreting results as appropriate for the specialty in line withcompetency training and trust requirementsUndertake agreed clinical procedures relevant to speciality, in accordance withthe standard operating procedures and/or patient group directionsAdminister when appropriate intravesical immunotherapy and chemotherapy,including patient education for intermittent self-catheterisation and self-administration of treatment.

Manage day case "Trial without Catheter admissions" on ward.Taking informed Consent from adults undergoing Urology surgeryDigital rectal examinationAssessment and treatment of patients with Erectile DysfunctionAssessment and treatment of patients with Stone disease.Maintain accurate patient records, by collecting, collating, recording,evaluating and reporting informationEstablish and maintain a highly effective communication with patients and carers in order to develop a therapeutic relationship within which sensitive, distressing and complex issues are often addressed.Responsible for assessing peoples information needs and providing relevant information.Promote patient and public experience feedback through local initiatives todrive innovation and change.Ensure the use of risk assessments and health and safety management, utilising the Trusts incident reporting system, to improve the quality of patient care.Assist the Department Manager in supporting and contributing to agreed developments within the Business Group.(This list is not exhaustive and will be reviewed periodically in line with changes in the service)

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.

If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salaryIn addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsibility for Patient CareProvide specialist advice, support and leadership to patient's carers and staff. on issues relating to Urological conditions.Use clinical expertise to assess the psychological needs of the patient group.providing Holistic support.Exercise clinical skills/expertise in identifying acute physical symptoms andacute Urological issues.Use clinical expertise to identify patient needs. Support staff indecision making and coordinating these needs and refer to other agencies asappropriateLead and develop nurse-led clinics/activity, including ordering investigations. and interpreting results as appropriate for the specialty in line withcompetency training and trust requirementsUndertake agreed clinical procedures relevant to speciality, in accordance withthe standard operating procedures and/or patient group directionsAdminister when appropriate intravesical immunotherapy and chemotherapy,including patient education for intermittent self-catheterisation and self-administration of treatment.

Manage day case "Trial without Catheter admissions" on ward.Taking informed Consent from adults undergoing Urology surgeryDigital rectal examinationAssessment and treatment of patients with Erectile DysfunctionAssessment and treatment of patients with Stone disease.Maintain accurate patient records, by collecting, collating, recording,evaluating and reporting informationEstablish and maintain a highly effective communication with patients and carers in order to develop a therapeutic relationship within which sensitive, distressing and complex issues are often addressed.Responsible for assessing peoples information needs and providing relevant information.Promote patient and public experience feedback through local initiatives todrive innovation and change.Ensure the use of risk assessments and health and safety management, utilising the Trusts incident reporting system, to improve the quality of patient care.Assist the Department Manager in supporting and contributing to agreed developments within the Business Group.(This list is not exhaustive and will be reviewed periodically in line with changes in the service)

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.

If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salaryIn addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

  • R.N. ADULT
  • Current NMC registration
  • Professional or clinical qualification relevant to the speciality or evidence of working towards

Desirable

  • Evidence of study at degree level

Knowledge

Essential

  • Clinical understanding/aptitude
  • Updated research and evidence based practice
  • Knowledge of Health & Safety issues

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in adult care
  • Significant experience in Urology

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Demonstrate ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care
  • Appropriate IT skills
Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

  • R.N. ADULT
  • Current NMC registration
  • Professional or clinical qualification relevant to the speciality or evidence of working towards

Desirable

  • Evidence of study at degree level

Knowledge

Essential

  • Clinical understanding/aptitude
  • Updated research and evidence based practice
  • Knowledge of Health & Safety issues

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in adult care
  • Significant experience in Urology

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Demonstrate ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care
  • Appropriate 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Urology OPD, Stepping Hill Hospital

Poplar Grove

Stockport

SK2 7JE


Employer's website

http://www.stockport.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Urology OPD, Stepping Hill Hospital

Poplar Grove

Stockport

SK2 7JE


Employer's website

http://www.stockport.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Band 7 Urology CNS

Denise Elson

denise.elson@stockport.nhs.uk

01614195697

Details

Date posted

09 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

362-A-25-7128439

Job locations

Urology OPD, Stepping Hill Hospital

Poplar Grove

Stockport

SK2 7JE


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