To develop specialist urological nurse knowledge and experience, clinical excellence, leadership, innovation and mastery within the urology department.

To undertake highly specialist urological nurse practitioner training

The post-holder will have responsibility and accountability for supporting a caseload of urological patients and acting as the patient's advocate

To be trained to assess and treat where appropriate patients with complex urological needs

When trained and assessed as competent to work autonomously with the support and guidance of the senior urological nurse specialists and the multi-disciplinary team

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be trained to manage their own case load of urology patients, dealing with the delivery of often sensitive and complex issues. They will also be trained to discuss the various treatment options to seek consent for treatment providing empathy and reassurance.

They will be expected to liaise with the patients General Practitioner in relation to the plan of care and follow up treatment.

They will work in close partnership with the Band 8A Advanced Urology Nurse Practitioner Band 7 CNS's Urology Consultants, Associate Specialists, junior medical teams and the nursing teams in the delivery of an efficient and high-quality service.

The post holder will link with the Primary Care Trust and community Matrons, Community Nurses and the local Bladder and Bowel Service to ensure a continuity of care for patients in the most appropriate setting

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be trained to manage their own case load of urology patients, dealing with the delivery of often sensitive and complex issues. They will also be trained to discuss the various treatment options to seek consent for treatment providing empathy and reassurance.

They will be expected to liaise with the patients General Practitioner in relation to the plan of care and follow up treatment.

They will work in close partnership with the Band 8A Advanced Urology Nurse Practitioner Band 7 CNSs Urology Consultants, Associate Specialists, junior medical teams and the nursing teams in the delivery of an efficient and high-quality service.

The post holder will link with the Primary Care Trust and community Matrons, Community Nurses and the local Bladder and Bowel Service to ensure a continuity of care for patients in the most appropriate setting

Person Specification

Essential & desirable

Essential

• Professional Body: NMC Level 1
• Degree in Nursing/Health related subject, undertaking a degree pathway, or willingness to undertake
• ENB 998/mentorship course (or equivalent)
• Evidence of commitment to continued professional development
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of the role of the urological specialist nurse.
• Evidence of some experience in caring for patients with urological conditions.
• Understanding of procedures required for urological care
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Male and Female Catheterisation

Desirable

• Experience of the urology GIRFT programme.
• Ability to undertake assessment and review of patients, analysing results and determining treatment plans or follow up.
• Knowledge and Experience of some specialist urological procedures
• Understanding of the structure and organisation of the urology department

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

St Richards Hospital

Chichester

PO19 6SE

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279-6817244-NOV24