Job summary
- Main area
- Gynaecology
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 344-5118WCY
- Employer
- East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- QEQM
- Town
- Margate
- Salary
- £38,682 - £46,580 Per Annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 19/02/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Urogynaecology Sister
Band 6
Job overview
The Urogynaecology Nurse is a highly experienced, knowledgeable and educated member of the team who is able to work autonomously making high level decisions to treat health needs, encompassing aspects of education, research and management but are firmly grounded in direct care provision or clinical work with patients, families and populations
Main duties of the job
In collaboration with Urogynaecology team provide specialist support to the development, reviewing and updating of protocols, guidelines and patient information leaflets within the unit and ensure they reflect evidence-based practice. To work collaboratively with colleagues, patients and families, seek their views and to develop and improve practice and the service
Attains competence in diagnostic procedures to provide treatment for women with pelvic floor dysfunction and associated conditions.
Maintains competence as a certified Urogynaecology support nurse working with support and supervision as required by the lead clinicians.
Participate in the management of post-natal voiding dysfunction
Advises women of any required follow up and implications
Working for our organisation
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To take responsibility for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of nursing care, in conjunction with the Gynaecology Consultant using analytical and judgemental skills, underpinned by theoretical knowledge, to initiate the most appropriate care for the patient.
Use clinical skills and knowledge to give specialist advice and support to peer groups, staff, patients and relatives.
Practice within agreed local, national and international guidelines – such as the NMC Code of Conduct, Trust Policy, NICE and British Society Urogynaecology (BSUG)
Be competent in the safe use and maintenance of specific equipment and devices used within the sphere of responsibility and speciality.
Attend and be an active member of the local and regional multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings caring for women with complex urogynaecology conditions.
In collaboration with the Urogynaecology Consultant, undertake follow-up telephone calls and advice to patients who have contacted the Ward for advice regarding their treatment. Manage patient enquiries and concerns, seeking support and advice from members of the Urogynaecology team as needed whilst ensuring effective communication and documentation.
Person specification
Qualifications and training
Essential criteria
- Current NMC registration
- Health related degree relevant to professional registration and area of clinical practice or holds L6 post registration modules with plan to complete degree programme
- Evidence of continuing professional development and/or recognised course/ qualification within Gynaecology chosen specialty
- Urodynamics/ Urogynae accreditation
Desirable criteria
- Formal teaching or preceptorship, mentoring qualification including ENB 998/997, or equivalent
- Member of relevant royal college, professional society
Knowledge, skills and experience
Essential criteria
- Significant post graduate healthcare experience, across a range of clinical specialties.
- Demonstrable knowledge and experience of delivering high quality clinical care using enhanced skills within gynaecology specialty aligned to the four pillars of practice.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
- IT skills relevant to digital healthcare and role
Desirable criteria
- Teaching and facilitation skills
- Post basic qualification in an area relevant to gynecology and/or urology; continence
Governance
Essential criteria
- Awareness of professional issues and current Healthcare relating to Quality Governance, NICE and CQC, GIRFT
- Awareness of professional issues and current Healthcare relating to Quality Governance, NICE and CQC, GIRFT
- Upholds and role models the Trust values
- Commitment to equity and diversity
Desirable criteria
- Clinical Audit skills and experience relevant to role
Professional Attributes
Essential criteria
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to motivate and develop clinical staff to their full potential
- Autonomous and can work under own initiative
- Position may involve occasional inter-site travel
Personal/ professional attributes
Essential criteria
- Ability to work within a team to achieving goals and motivate others.
- Ability to work under pressure to problem solve, plan and prioritise care
- Demonstrate knowledge of change management and impact.
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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
- Nicola Pointer
- Job title
- Matron Gynaecology
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07813 585851
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