Job summary The Urology unit is looking for caring, compassionate and motivated individual to join our team of Consultants, Doctors, Nurses and 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, doctors and support staff who all work together to promote the NHS trust values. Main duties of the job The main duties of the role are assisting in the smooth running of Urology out-patient clinics and supporting patients in their outpatient pathway. New staff must be willing to learn new skills and ways of working to enhance their own development and benefit the department. This role will require the ability to communicate and empathise with people living with Urological conditions. A successful candidate would need the ability to be considerate and compassionate in sensitive situations. The following outlines the main duties: Assisting in the smooth running of out-patient clinics Being the main registered nurse on site Responsibility for Audits and health and safety. Responsible for daily checks on the unit, including crash trolley. Reporting any non- compliance, e.g. broken equipment or failure of audit. Communication and emotional support of the patient Supporting a one stop clinic by navigating the patients through tests and procedures. Supporting Consultants and Doctors with their independent clinics. Carrying out a flow test for a patient (with training) Maintaining a safe, clean and healthy working environment Accurate documentation and communication Utilising trust and unit specific IT systems Performing clinical skills with suitable training, such as assisting a flexible cystoscopy list, taking bloods and support urodynamics studies. Responsibility and training of junior staff. About us We operate from 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 health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community 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, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay. Date posted 16 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 331-L12570125 Job locations Royal Lancaster Infirmary Ashton Road Lancaster LA1 4RP Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/ Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/ Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential 1st Level Registered Nurse Proficient in Lorenzo/hospital IT systems Desirable Previous experience working in an outpatient setting Willingness to undertake the relevant training Willingness to learn and self develop Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential 1st Level Registered Nurse Proficient in Lorenzo/hospital IT systems Desirable Previous experience working in an outpatient setting Willingness to undertake the relevant training Willingness to learn and self develop 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). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust Address Royal Lancaster Infirmary Ashton Road Lancaster LA1 4RP Employer's website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)