Enhanced Practitioner- Nurse Colposcopist

NHS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Bristol is seeking an Enhanced Practitioner Nurse Colposcopist to manage a defined caseload in colposcopy clinics. The role involves providing specialist nursing support, conducting examinations, and ensuring evidence-based practice. Join a committed team dedicated to delivering excellent patient care in a supportive environment. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Trained in Colposcopy (BSCCP accredited).
• Recent, significant Gynaecology Experience.
• Ability to function autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist nursing expertise and develop clinical practice.
• Perform independent colposcopy and cervical screening examinations.
• Act as the patient's advocate during consultations.

Skills

Gynaecology Experience

Autonomous Functioning

Attention to Detail

Team Player

Leadership Skills

Education

RN Adult

Nurse Practitioner Qualification

Masters or willingness to work towards

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Go back University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

Enhanced Practitioner- Nurse Colposcopist

The closing date is 21 May 2025

The post holder will be a Nurse Colposcopist (a registered nurse trained and competent that is accredited in accordance with the standards of the BSCCP (British Society for Colposcopist and Cytopathologists)) responsible for the management of a defined caseload of patients attending colposcopy clinics and will provide highly specialist nursing support, education and care to that specific group. They will ensure continuing responsibility for the assessment of care needs, and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. The post holder will contribute to achieving the colposcopy service objectives and work within the clinical governance framework at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust.

*Applicants who do not meet the Enhanced Practitioner Band 7 role requirements, will be considered for a Band 6 development role*

Main duties of the job

To ensure all necessary material resources are available and allocate as appropriate

To provide specialist nursing expertise and work in partnership with the multi-disciplinary team to develop clinical practice and to address patient health needs through planning and delivering interventions, including diagnosis and treatment.

Perform independent colposcopy and cervical screening examinations

Make appropriate decisions regarding referral to Colposcopy MDT.

Responsible for the safe storage, use and administration of all medicines and substances according to Trust policy

To maintain and update skills required for cervical screening and colposcopy

Act as the patient's advocate during consultations, investigations and treatment

Ensure nursing practice is evidence-based, within own scope of practice and that all clinical policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines have all been agreed with the Matron and been through the correct governance process

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

• Recent, significant Gynaecology Experience
• Ability to function autonomously
• Advanced computer literacy; Microsoft office - word, PowerPoint, excel
• High degree of accuracy / attention to detail
• Able to prioritise workload
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Ability to motivate others
• Trained in Colposcopy (BSCCP accredited)
• Already working as a Nurse Colposcopist

Public Sector Language Competency

• Be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard
• Supportive
• Respectful

Skills and Abilities

• Enthusiastic and Motivated
• Flexible
• Dynamic and innovative
• Ability to work under pressure
• Team Player
• Confidence in clinical ability
• Flexibility regarding days/hours worked
• Ability to be adaptable to meet the changing requirements of the service
• Ability to demonstrate leadership skills
• Ability to work within and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Qualifications and Training

• RN Adult
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Recognised Nurse Practitioner Qualification
• Scanning
• Non medical Prescriber
• Masters or willingness to work towards

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.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

£46,148 to £52,809 a yearpa pro rata (B6/ B7 depending on experience and qualifications)