Urogynaecology Clinical Nurse Specialist

Transformationunitgm; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading NHS organization is looking for a Urogynaecology Clinical Nurse Specialist to join their team in Haywards Heath. This part-time Band 7 role involves providing specialist clinical expertise in urogynaecology, managing a nurse-led outpatient service, and working closely with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in urogynaecology, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient care. The position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to a compassionate healthcare environment.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Wellbeing program for staff

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Evidence of continuous professional development in nursing.
• Experience in urogynaecology or related field.
• Competence in performing urodynamic tests.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert nursing services with patient education.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for patient care.
• Conduct urodynamics and manage outpatient caseload.

Skills

Nursing

Urogynaecology

Communication

Patient Education

Education

NMC PIN

Post Graduate Diploma

Tools

Urodynamic Equipment

Job description

Main area Gynaecology Grade Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 30 hours per week (Monday - Friday) Job ref 279-7589484-DEC25

Employer University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Princess Royal Hospital Town Haywards Heath Salary £38,682 - £54,710 Band 6 if does not meet all Band 7 competencies eg UDA Salary period Yearly Closing 04/01/2026 23:59

Urogynaecology Clinical Nurse Specialist

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values . We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research , we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

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Job overview

Qualified / Trainee Urogynaecology Clinical Nurse Specialist

Qualified Band 7 / Trainee Band 6

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust are expanding the specialist urogynaecology nursing service to improve pathways for those with pelvic floor and bladder dysfunction and seeking an experienced nurse to join our established multidisciplinary team.

The role is based predominantly at the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath, with the occasional requirement to support other UH Sussex sites.

The successful candidate for the Band 7 post will be an experienced Urogynaecological Nurse Specialist who will be able to co-ordinate and deliver an expert nurse led service including vaginal pessary, bladder retraining, catheter care, TWOC's. They will need to be competent in performing and interpreting Urodynamic tests and have a proven track record in teaching and education as well as service improvement and leadership. (See Band 7 JD)

There is the opportunity to apply for the trainee Band 6 role with the view to moving to band 7 following a successful training program and completion of competencies provided through external course and inhouse training. Significant experience in Gynaecology or urology is essential. (See Band 6 JD)

Main duties of the job

Contribute to a specialist urogynaecology nursing service for women with pelvic floor and bladder dysfunction alongside the existing Urogynaecology Nursing staff, Urogynaecology Consultants, and the rest of the multidisciplinary team.

The Urogynaecology Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) will work closely with the Urogynaecology Consultant Team to deliver care according to current National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecology (RCOG) and British Society of Urogynaecology (BSUG) guidance, thereby supporting the service to expand and develop further.

The post holder will provide highly specialist clinical expertise in all aspects of Urogynaecology and will deliver an expert nursing service with their own nurse-led outpatient case load (including vaginal pessary management and insertion, bladder training, urodynamics, patient education, catheter care and management, medication management, post-operative assessment). The role may require developing additional clinical skills as the service continues to progress in line with current research and guidelines.

The post holder will support the Gynaecology Matron and Urogynaecology Clinical Lead by participating in the continued development and day to day coordination of the Urogynaecology service; this will also include at times supporting the delivery of the wider Gynaecology service which includes the Colposcopy, Hysteroscopy and General Outpatient Clinics.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria.

• Commmunicate highly complex, sensitive or contentious information effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare professionals, including consultants and clinical nurse specialists within the Trust
• Act as a point of contact within the Trust for urogynaecology within Women’s Health and provided highly specialist information and support
• Attend, co-ordinate and lead specialist MDT meetings
• Deliver a highly specialist individual service to patients experiencing a variety of urogynaecological problems
• Collect and analyse data as required in line with the BSUG standards to audit and evaluate performance
• Support the continuing operational and strategic development of specialist services within Urogynaecology. This includes out-patient flexible cystoscopy and associated treatments such as Botox, Bulkamid (urethral bulking) and Sacral nerve stimulation
• Assist in the continuing development of the Urogynaecology service and the implementation of best evidence based practice in accordance with NICE, RCOG and BSUG guidelines
• Support the Urogynaecology and wider gynaecology team, working collaboratively with the wider multi-disciplinary team
• Teach, supervise and educate students and staff about Urogynaecology and the specialist aspects of the service
• As a highly specialist practitioner, work autonomously, with responsibility for own caseload ensuring all patients have a comprehensive clinical and physical assessment
• Maintain and expand knowledge base in respect of on-going developments and best practice in urogynaecology
• Undertake training as necessary in line with the requirements of the post and as agreed with the line manager as part of a personal development programme
• Participate in the Trust’s appraisal process to discuss how your role will help deliver the best possible care to our patients and help to deliver any changes in service
• Act as a mentor for students and other junior staff, ensuring learning is appropriate to their education needs

Person specification

Experience

• UDA for band 7
• NMC PIN
• Mentorship or equivalent
• Evidence of teaching
• Professional/clinical knowledge acquired through degree, supplemented by specialist training, experience, short courses, CPD to Post Grad Diploma level or equivalent.
• Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development,
• UDA
• Communication course
• Pessary experience

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Important information for applicants:

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DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

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.

Application numbers

This advert has been capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, it will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this post to prevent you from missing out on this opportunity.

Name Kirsty Taylor Job title Gynaecology Matron Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 07826 531568 Additional information

To arrange an informal visit or for further information, please contact: Kirsty Taylor, Gynaecology Matron - [e-mail] or

Jan Birrell, Head of Nursing - [e-mail]