Gynaecology Diagnostic Cancer CNS

Job summary

The post holder will be a Registered Nurse and CASE accredited Gynaecology Sonographer, who will take responsibility for running independent clinics for women referred with suspected gynaecological cancer. The post holder will be experienced in sonography and physical examination including speculum examination.

The post holder will promote the philosophy of high quality, women-centred care whilst acting as a role model for expert nursing practice across the speciality and Trust. Providing clinical nursing advice, education and leadership within the speciality, the post holder will act as a source of expertise, advice and knowledge for patients, carers and healthcare professionals. They will work within the multi-disciplinary team in the provision of optimal care throughout all aspects of the patient's care pathway and in all clinical settings.

Main duties of the job

• To undertake independent and comprehensive clinical assessments of patients referred to gynaecology, demonstrating extensive specialist knowledge of a wide-range of presentations in patients of all ages.
• Undertake gynaecological ultrasound investigation, in line with local and national ultrasound guidelines and procedures, producing accurate reports in a timely manner.
• Actively participate in the management of patients on the gynaecological cancers and other gynae pathway attending MDTs and other relevant fora.
• To professionally take responsibility to ensure a high standard of clinical care and patient welfare for all patients.
• To accept clinical responsibility for designated caseloads of patients in working area, and to organise this effectively and efficiently with regards to clinical priorities and use of time.
• To assess capacity, gain valid informed consent and have ability to work within the legal framework with patients who lack the capacity to consent for treatment (including intimate examinations such as transvaginal scan).
• Make complex diagnostic decisions based on clinical examination and investigations, communicating complex concepts to patients and their families in an effective and appropriate way.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon.Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff.If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that's making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're looking for.