Job summary We are at an exciting time within Urology at UHD and are looking to review and further develop the service. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Enhanced Clinical Practitioner (Band7 ) or Trainee Enhanced Clinical Practitioner (Band 6, progressing to Band 7), with a specialist interest in Pelvic Surgery, to join our Urology Team. The successful candidate will be supported with training and education where needed, to fulfil the remit of the role, including the clinical skills and knowledge required to manage the service and to meet the needs of patients with Stone Disease. We are looking for individuals who are motivated and can work collaboratively with our team of consultants and highly experienced nurses, to deliver the best outcomes for patients accessing Urology care at UHD. This role requires an active current registration with relevant professional body Base Location: Bournemouth & Poole Interview Date: TBC Main duties of the job Be autonomous, use specialist skills & knowledge, independently assess & manage emergency & elective urology conditions. Work as part of a highly functioning team to transform care Have a leadership role, supporting urology on-call team, strengthening relationships with medical team & ward teams. Consistently engage in training, academic & management to fulfil the ECP role Meet regularly with urology consultants, review waiting lists & identify areas of prioritisation. Be open & enthusiastic towards the transformation between the Poole and Bournemouth sites. Develop a sub-specialist interest & be a clinical lead for patients undergoing complex pelvic surgery with a focus on: o Work closely alongside cancer nurse specialist team to ensure patients are well informed & supported throughout their surgical pathway. o Actively contribute to & help prioritise a radical prostatectomy and radical cystectomy waiting list incl overseeing pre-assessment. o Become a specialist in enhanced recovery, with a focus on early mobilisation, early identification of post-op complications, improving patient outcomes after surgery & shortening hospital stays. o Lead & independently manage aspects of post-op follow up for patients with radical cystectomy & radical prostatectomy. o Lead & oversee bladder instillation treatments. o Be passionate & flexible, ensuring best possible pathway for patients with radical prostatectomy and radical cystectomy. About us Our values define who we are as TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview. There is a planned move for this service anticipated. Upon relocation of the role/service, excess mileage allowance / reimbursement will not apply, and any travel between the postholder's home and work base will be classified as a commute. Any other changes unrelated to this, will be handled in line with Trust/National terms and conditions. Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary Depending on experience Band 7 qualified ECP, Trainee - Band 6 Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 153-SU03811 Job locations University Hospitals Dorset RBH site Castle Lane East BH7 7DW Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached to this advert for the details of the post Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached to this advert for the details of the post Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of managing change as part of service and practice development. Demonstrable experience of managing a discrete aspect of a patient's care at an enhanced level of practice with specific knowledge and skills in a field of expertise within surgical context. Experience of working in partnership with all levels of staff, evidencing the ability to plan and co-ordinate the provision of specialised care. Desirable Management and/or Leadership course relevant to healthcare environment. Qualifications Essential Current registration with relevant professional body Supplementary or Independent prescriber or willing to undertake Enhanced Clinical Practice qualification, Level 7/6 or equivalent experience. Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of managing change as part of service and practice development. Demonstrable experience of managing a discrete aspect of a patient's care at an enhanced level of practice with specific knowledge and skills in a field of expertise within surgical context. Experience of working in partnership with all levels of staff, evidencing the ability to plan and co-ordinate the provision of specialised care. Desirable Management and/or Leadership course relevant to healthcare environment. Qualifications Essential Current registration with relevant professional body Supplementary or Independent prescriber or willing to undertake Enhanced Clinical Practice qualification, Level 7/6 or equivalent experience. 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 University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust Address University Hospitals Dorset RBH site Castle Lane East BH7 7DW Employer's website https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)