Job summary We are looking for a positive and enthusiastic nurse with a strong work ethic and a solid clinical background in Urology to join our well-established Urology Nursing service, as a Nurse Cystoscopist at band 7 level depending on experience. The post holder is responsible for delivering expert nursing care and providing highly specialised advice within the speciality of urology services and will co-ordinate, perform and evaluate the delivery of a nurse led cystoscopy service. To work at a band 7 level you will need to have gained experience at Band 6 in an Urology, Surgical or Oncology setting. This post is also open to candidates starting as b6 and developing into a band 7 once training has concluded. The post will involve across-site working and a degree of flexibility to meet the needs of the service. We currently operate a Monday to Friday service and are happy to consider flexible working pattern providing the needs of the service are met. Main duties of the job The role will involve working as a Nurse Cystoscopist performing independent surveillance /diagnostic cystoscopy procedures within the individuals scope of practice. The post holder is to provide high quality specialist nursing care and advice to patients requiring or undergoing cystoscopy investigation. To provide support and advice to patients, their families and carers. Work closely with the Lead Nurse Cystoscopist to deliver Nurse led Cystoscopy service across the 3 sites of MTW. The post holder will provide professional advice and to members of the multidisciplinary team and assist them by providing clinical knowledge and support to deliver element of specialist care. About us Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 NHS Staff Survey. We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre. Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms. Looking for flexible working? We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs. Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package: o At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).o Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefitso Blue Light card eligibilityo And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below Date posted 17 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 359-7097714-T3 Job locations Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals Hermitage Lane Maidstone ME16 9QQ Job description Job responsibilities Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children) All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed. Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandardsnhs.net if this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning. Job description Job responsibilities Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children) All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed. Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandardsnhs.net if this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Degree/ or relevant experience Evidence of relevant post-registration professional development Approved Graduate Nurse Cystoscopy course Teaching and Mentoring qualification Desirable Clinical assessment course Non-Medical prescribing Experience/ Knowledge Essential Minimum 3 years experience working in a Urology service Knowledge of current Urology pathways. Knowledge and understanding of Clinical Governance Knowledge of current professional issues relating to Nursing/ Urology Nursing Understanding of equal opportunities Understanding of patient confidentiality Knowledge of local community and understanding of a multi-cultural, racially diverse population Desirable Experience with audit and research data collection Skills Essential Ability to exercise good judgement based on up to date knowledge and experience Ability to work across organisational boundaries Ability to work to challenging timescales and produce effective results Leadership skills Excellent communication skills, verbal and written Able to challenge and influence others in a non-threatening, inclusive way Articulate, with high levels of emotional intelligence Flexible and able to adapt to challenging circumstances Presentation skills IT literate, with an ability to analyse clinical data Evidence of teaching formally and informally Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Degree/ or relevant experience Evidence of relevant post-registration professional development Approved Graduate Nurse Cystoscopy course Teaching and Mentoring qualification Desirable Clinical assessment course Non-Medical prescribing Experience/ Knowledge Essential Minimum 3 years experience working in a Urology service Knowledge of current Urology pathways. Knowledge and understanding of Clinical Governance Knowledge of current professional issues relating to Nursing/ Urology Nursing Understanding of equal opportunities Understanding of patient confidentiality Knowledge of local community and understanding of a multi-cultural, racially diverse population Desirable Experience with audit and research data collection Skills Essential Ability to exercise good judgement based on up to date knowledge and experience Ability to work across organisational boundaries Ability to work to challenging timescales and produce effective results Leadership skills Excellent communication skills, verbal and written Able to challenge and influence others in a non-threatening, inclusive way Articulate, with high levels of emotional intelligence Flexible and able to adapt to challenging circumstances Presentation skills IT literate, with an ability to analyse clinical data Evidence of teaching formally and informally 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Address Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals Hermitage Lane Maidstone ME16 9QQ Employer's website https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)