About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our endourology team to as a band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). You will become part of team who drive, lead, and showcase advanced autonomous nursing practice delivering care to patients with kidney stones in a high-volume centre.
The post holder will act as an innovator, motivator, and role model to support and implement the CPG pathway within endourology services, as well as working on quality improvement, implementation of national initiatives, service reconfiguration and new digitally enabled models of care.
There is an expectation that the post holder will be involved in service development, research, teaching, and education commitments, and will have a willingness to develop oneself and others.
The post holder will work closely to deliver the service with consultants, nurses, operational managers, administrators and patients.
Main duties of the job
Maintain a professional behaviour at all times and promote a positive image of RoyalFree London NHS Foundation Trust at all times, in line with World Class Care values.
Ensure that the needs of patients are placed at the centre of care delivery, thus achieving trust and national standards for clinical quality, safety and patient experience.
To participate in and manage caseload of patients within nurse led clinics.
To provide an expert urological nursing service covering urological stonedisease for both, in-patients and outpatients within the speciality by receiving direct referrals.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Education & professional Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse Undergraduate degree Recognised teaching or mentorship qualification Post registration qualification relevant to specialty Advanced assessment skills
Desirable
Masters degree or working towards Independent nurse prescribing course or willingness to undertake Competent in flexible cystoscopy
Experience Essential
Substantial post-registration experience in area of urology Previous experience of research and audit Proven evidence of improving the patient experience Evidence of teaching junior members of staff.
Desirable
Undertaken nurse led clinics Current experience of line management of staff
Skills and Aptitudes Essential
Expert specialist skills for the post Knowledge of current advances and pathways of care relevant to specialty Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence Skilled in use of computer/keyboard Ability to problem-solve, prioritise and to work to deadlines Ability to motivate staff and improve individuals and team performance Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with multi professional teams Able to manage stressful situations and challenge decisions to ensure that patient needs are met Demonstrates evidence of knowledge and ability to undertake change management
Personal Qualities & Attributes Essential
Be a positive role model with the ability to demonstrate credible and professional approach Evidence of proven, on-going professional development Ability to work under pressure Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues Diplomatic and calm To be flexible and approachable
Royal Free World Class Values Essential
Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
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 Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal Free Hospital
Pond Street
London
NW3 2QG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)