Nurse Colposcopist

Overview

As a Registered Nurse working in the Gynaecology Clinic within Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, you will be enthusiastic about women\\\’s health, with the vision and passion to optimise high quality patient care. The Nurse Colposcopist role is to provide a Nurse Led Colposcopy Service and care for women attending with abnormal smear results and abnormalities of the Cervix or Vulva. To assess, diagnose, treat and review patient care and monitor patients until the abnormality is resolved. To ensure that all patients are cared for in a safe environment using evidence-based patient centred care. You will need to enjoy working within an evolving service and be prepared to support learners within the department. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide guidance, support and teaching to students, junior doctors and all the Colposcopy team. You will act as Lead Nurse for the Colposcopy Unit and take responsibility in the running and organisation of the Colposcopy Service.

Responsibilities

• Act as an independent accredited Colposcopist having completed the BSCCP Colposcopy training and maintain accreditation whilst working as a Colposcopist.
• Act as an expert clinically based Nurse Practitioner to assess, diagnose, treat and review patients referred to the Colposcopy Service.
• Undertake Nurse Led Colposcopy Clinics and practice to agreed standards and protocols set out by the BSCCP/NHS Document 20 and the RCOG.
• Be able to screen, diagnose and treat all stages of CIN and refer to other experts when necessary.
• Be able to work within a multidisciplinary team including Colposcopy, Gynaecology, Gynaecological Oncology, Histopathology and Cytology to provide a high standard of clinical care in line with local and national guidelines.
• Be responsible for providing information, advice and support to women attending Colposcopy.
• Work alongside and support all members of the Colposcopy and Gynaecology team.
• Be involved in the review of clinical services as appropriate, e.g., by Audit.
• Provide teaching and supervision to qualified and unqualified staff.
• Contribute to the overall good of the service by being a positive role model and treating all staff, service users and visitors with courtesy and kindness.

Working for our organisation

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is a great organisation to work for with vast opportunities to develop skills and knowledge whilst working in a collaborative environment. You will work as part of a team that respects individual points of view, welcomes suggestions for innovative working and values diversity. The Gynaecology and early pregnancy team are passionate about the excellent care they provide to women that attend the department. You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, and we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people.

If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a \’Staff Carers\’ policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer\\\’s Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts.

Important information

• We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we encourage you to apply promptly.
• Please read the job description carefully and tailor your application to reflect the requirements of the role.
• Applicants who identify in their application form they are a part of the Armed Forces community will be guaranteed an interview, provided they meet the minimum essential criteria outlined in the job description and person specification for the role. Step into Health guidance can be found on our NHS Employers website.
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• Applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the band.
• If you have not received an invitation to interview within 28 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
• It is your responsibility to ensure the timely receipt of appropriate references.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Cervical Smear Taker qualification.
• Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise care.
• Able to work at short notice and at busy times including school holidays / outside of normal office hours.
• Uses appropriate moving and handling techniques.
• Able to manage time effectively and multi-task using own initiative due to high volumes of work.