Job summary
Nursing Associate
Department Urology Investigation Unit
Band 4 £27,485 - £30,162 Per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Nursing Associate to join our dedicated Urology Investigation Unit. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a patient-facing environment, enjoys working collaboratively, and is passionate about delivering safe, effective, and respectful care.
As a Nursing Associate in our Urology Investigation Unit, you will support patients undergoing diagnostic procedures and investigations, including flexible cystoscopy and urodynamics.
You will work closely with registered nurses, consultants, and healthcare assistants to ensure patients receive timely, dignified, and person-centred care. If you are a Registered Nursing Associate on the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) register with experience in an outpatient or procedural setting and a willingness to learn and contribute to developing our service, we will be able to offer you opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression in an inclusive, supportive environment.
Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.
Interview 22 September 2025
Main duties of the job
'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
The aim of the role is to work as part of the multidisciplinary team to contribute to the specialist nursing service within the Urology Investigation Unit.
The post holder will be responsible for undertaking and recording comprehensive nursing care to a diverse group of patients. They will be required to communicate effectively, with sensitivity and compassion, and to manage relationships with people, making reasonable adjustments where necessary.
The post holder will be a key member of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and will work collaboratively with the team leader to contribute to a learning environment that promotes excellence in the Urology Investigation Unit at MKUH.
About us
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.
Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards - and the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties and responsibilities
Clinical
Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered care professional) with a focus on promoting health and independence. Have appropriate attitudes and behaviors compatible with NHS and Trust values.
Policy and Service Development
Promote health and safety maintaining best practice in health, safety and security. Share ideas with colleagues to improve care and suggest areas for innovation.
Communication and relationships
Communicate effectively across a wide range of channels and with a wide range of individuals, such as patients and their relatives and health and social care professionals to maintain safe effective care. Demonstrate those inter-personal skills that promote clarity, compassion, empathy, respect and trust.
Analytical and judgmental skills
Exercise personal responsibility and work independently within defined parameters of practice, taking the initiative in a variety of situations and performing a range of clinical and care skills consistent with the role, responsibilities and professional values of a Nursing Associate. Exercise judgment in assessing patient condition, comfort and wellbeing using a range of information sources.
Financial and physical resources
Exercise personal duty of care in the safe use and storage of equipment. Be environmentally aware and prudent in use of resources and energy.
Equality and diversity
Act in ways which support equality and value diversity. Support development of less experienced staff and students.
Information resources
Develop skills to maintain professional standards of record keeping. Follow all information governance guidance and policies.
Freedom to Act
Work within the organisational policy, procedures and guidelines. Be responsible and accountable for own practice, working within limits of competence and within professional boundaries. Raise any concerns to a registered care professional or other appropriate person.
Teaching and Training
Be proactive in seeking opportunities to develop their own knowledge and skills. Work in partnership with their line manager to develop and deliver on Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound (SMART) objectives at annual appraisal and personal development planning meetings.
Please refer to the Job Description for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties and responsibilities
Clinical
Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered care professional) with a focus on promoting health and independence. Have appropriate attitudes and behaviors compatible with NHS and Trust values.
Policy and Service Development
Promote health and safety maintaining best practice in health, safety and security. Share ideas with colleagues to improve care and suggest areas for innovation.
Communication and relationships
Communicate effectively across a wide range of channels and with a wide range of individuals, such as patients and their relatives and health and social care professionals to maintain safe effective care. Demonstrate those inter-personal skills that promote clarity, compassion, empathy, respect and trust.
Analytical and judgmental skills
Exercise personal responsibility and work independently within defined parameters of practice, taking the initiative in a variety of situations and performing a range of clinical and care skills consistent with the role, responsibilities and professional values of a Nursing Associate. Exercise judgment in assessing patient condition, comfort and wellbeing using a range of information sources.
Financial and physical resources
Exercise personal duty of care in the safe use and storage of equipment. Be environmentally aware and prudent in use of resources and energy.
Equality and diversity
Act in ways which support equality and value diversity. Support development of less experienced staff and students.
Information resources
Develop skills to maintain professional standards of record keeping. Follow all information governance guidance and policies.
Freedom to Act
Work within the organisational policy, procedures and guidelines. Be responsible and accountable for own practice, working within limits of competence and within professional boundaries. Raise any concerns to a registered care professional or other appropriate person.
Teaching and Training
Be proactive in seeking opportunities to develop their own knowledge and skills. Work in partnership with their line manager to develop and deliver on Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound (SMART) objectives at annual appraisal and personal development planning meetings.
Please refer to the Job Description for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Foundation degree (Nursing Associate) registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- GCSE Maths and English
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of NMC Code of Conduct
- Knowledge of current urology nursing issues
- Knowledge of scope of professional practice
Desirable
- Experience working in the field of Urology
- Awareness of current outpatient nursing targets
Skills
Essential
- Good IT skills
- Problem solving skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Demonstrable evidence of delivering quality patient care
- Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment and be motivated
- Demonstrate understanding of the requirement of the role
Personal and people development
Essential
- Team player
- Motivated
- Professional
- Evidence of personal development
Communication
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Approachable manner
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Foundation degree (Nursing Associate) registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- GCSE Maths and English
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of NMC Code of Conduct
- Knowledge of current urology nursing issues
- Knowledge of scope of professional practice
Desirable
- Experience working in the field of Urology
- Awareness of current outpatient nursing targets
Skills
Essential
- Good IT skills
- Problem solving skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Demonstrable evidence of delivering quality patient care
- Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment and be motivated
- Demonstrate understanding of the requirement of the role
Personal and people development
Essential
- Team player
- Motivated
- Professional
- Evidence of personal development
Communication
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Approachable manner
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
