Job summary
Employer heading
Urology Nurse Specialist - Peterborough
Band 6
Job overview
An exciting opportunity is available within the Urology Department for the right person!
We are seeking a highly motivated Registered Nurse to join the clinical team. This post will promote the holistic needs of patient care for Urological patients ensuring the highest standard of care and support.
However, personality and commitment is essential so full training and support will be given to the right applicant.
Main duties of the job
The Urology service is looking for a nurse who will be involved in all aspects of Urological clinical care.
An intrinsic member of the Urology service providing specialist urological nursing alongside the Urology Consultants and Urology Nursing Team.
Provide advice, support and information to nursing staff, associated healthcare professionals and members of the primary healthcare team.
Provide a high quality and effective professional nursing service to patients and their relatives / carers with urological conditions, based upon current evidence of best practice.
The Post Holder is responsible for the management of a defined caseload.
Working for our organisation
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
- Flexible working opportunities;
- Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
- Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
- Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
- Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
- On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
- Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
- Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification for more information regarding this role.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registered Nurse
- Evidence of relevant post registration qualifications
- Evidence of continuous personal and professional development
Desirable criteria
- Demonstrates dissemination of own knowledge to others
Experience
Desirable criteria
- Experience at Band 5 level or equivalent to include relevant experience in Urology services
- Evidence of clinical supervision
- Evidence of leadership qualities
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Awareness/experience of clinical audit & research
- Experience of working effectively both independently and as part of a team
Desirable criteria
- Demonstrates confidence and motivation
Skills
Essential criteria
- Professional & confident communication skills both verbal/written, including interpersonal skills that demonstrate abilities to negotiate, reassure, advice and counsel
- Organisational skills that demonstrate prioritisation, time management and attention to detail
- Skilled communication with patients
- IT skills
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Carol Edmunds
- Job title
- Nurse Consultant Urology
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01480847472
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
-
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Resourcing Department
Hinchingbrooke Hospital
Hinchingbrooke Park
Huntingdon
Cambs
PE29 6NT
- Telephone
- 01480 847491
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