About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Urology Support Sister/Charge Nurse (Benign Disease) to join the Urology Service. Working under the direction of the Lead Benign Urology Clinical Nurse Specialist, the post holder will support the delivery of specialist care for patients with benign urological conditions.
The role will involve supporting the assessment, investigation and management of patients with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and providing specialist advice and support for patients experiencing continence-related conditions. Working collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team, the post holder will promote high standards of patient-centred care and contribute to positive patient outcomes.
The successful candidate will support the development and delivery of nurse-led services and clinics, undertaking appropriate training and competency development where required. They will contribute to the implementation of evidence-based practice, clinical protocols and guidelines, supporting continuous service improvement within the benign urology pathway.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated registered nurse to develop specialist urology knowledge and skills whilst contributing to the ongoing delivery and development of a high-quality service.
Main duties of the job
Investigating and managing patients with lower urinary tract symptoms Arranging diagnostic tests and follow up treatment Nurse led clinics Support of patients with continence difficulties Providing information and to be the point of contact for patients when appropriate Providing nursing support to the consultant team Assist and undertake audit projects as required Liaison with primary and secondary health teams Provide cross-cover to ensure a seamless delivery of patient care
About us
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
Job description Job responsibilities
For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Knowledge Essential
Trust policies and procedures Willingness to acquire and develop new skills
Desirable
Understanding of research Understanding of a specialist nurse role Experience of undertaking urological investigations Powerpoint and Excel skills Experience of audit
Skills Essential
Excellent communication skills (written & verbal) Flexible attitude to working Computer literate Enthusiastic and motivated Patient education and counselling skills Catheterisation male and female EPIC trained Ability to work independently, equally as a team member
Desirable
Intermittent self-catheterisation skills Experience of running nurse-led clinics Report writing Canulation course Administration of intravesical treatments
Experience Essential
Minimum of 2 years experience at band 5 Demonstrates good communication and presentation skills - verbal and written Excellent time management and organisation skills Male and female catheterisation Copes well with responsibility Multi-professional working Evidence of up-to-date standards of clinical practice Experience in Urological nursing
Desirable
Urodynamic experience Urology experience Previous experience as a band 6 position Band 6 experience
Qualifications Essential
Registered general nurse Current NMC Registration Degree in Nursing or working towards Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
Counselling qualification Teaching and assessing qualification Advanced communication skills Urodynamics Course ENB 978 promotion of continence and management of incontinence course
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).
Employer details Employer name Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address Frimley Park Hospital
Portsmouth Road
Frimley
GU16 7UJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)