Urodynamics Specialist Nurse

Job summary

The Urology unit is looking for caring,compassionateand motivated individual to join our team of Consultants, Doctors,Nursesand admin staff.We have the privilege of providing care for a variety of patients, and work closely as a team across the bay, to ensure all patients receive exceptional care. We welcome all applicants who feel they have the right attributes to enhance the team and contribute positively towards the Urology department, as well as being a keen team player.

We are fortunate to have a diverse group of nurses,doctorsand support staff who all work together to promote the NHS trust values.

Main duties of the job

The main duties of the role consist of performing independent Urodynamic studies. As well as,leadingtheUrology out-patient clinics and supporting patients in their outpatient pathway.

Staffmust be willing to learn new skills to enhance their own development andbenefitthe department.

This role will require the ability to communicate and empathise with people living with Urological conditions, and to be compassionate in sensitive situations.

The following outlines the main duties:

• Leadingof the smooth running of out-patient clinics

• Being the lead registered nurse on site.

• Responsibility for Audits and health and safety.

• Communication and emotional support of the patient

• Leading a one stop clinic by navigating the patients through tests and procedures.

• Supporting senior clinicians with their independent clinics.

• Utilising trust IT systems

• Performing clinical skills with suitable training, such asassistingaflexible cystoscopy lists, independent catheter clinics, precision point biopsy, Urodynamics clinics, ISC.

• Responsibility and training of junior staff, both RN's and CSW's. Including management responsibilities.

• Ability to move with the demands of the service

• Providing advice and guidance for patients and healthcare professionals.

About us

We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies,daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.