Nurse Hysteroscopist

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Band 7 Nurse Hysteroscopist to lead and develop a nurse-led hysteroscopy service within the Gynaecology Outpatients team.

You will independently assess patients, perform diagnostic and therapeutic hysteroscopy, provide informed counselling and obtain consent, and work with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure safe, evidence-based care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• British Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy Nurse Hysteroscopy qualification.
• Significant post-registration experience in gynaecology and nurse-led services.
• Evidence of autonomous practice as a Nurse Hysteroscopist.
• A teaching/mentoring qualification (Practice Assessor/Supervisor) is essential.
• Completion of an accredited diagnostic hysteroscopy and therapeutic management programme is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, effective, nurse-led hysteroscopy service.
• Autonomously assess patients and undertake nurse-led diagnostic and therapeutic outpatient hysteroscopy clinics within agreed scope of practice.
• Obtain valid informed verbal and written consent for hysteroscopy procedures and provide counselling.
• Provide visible clinical leadership and support the development of nursing and support staff.
• Contribute to governance, risk management, audit and service development within the hysteroscopy service.

Skills

Autonomous practice

Clinical leadership

Gynaecology nursing

Education

NMC registration

BSG Endoscopy Nurse Hysteroscopy qualification

Teaching/mentoring qualification

Accredited hysteroscopy training programme

Job description

Are you an experienced Nurse Hysteroscopist looking for an opportunity to lead and develop high-quality, patient-centred care? We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and autonomous practitioner to join our supportive Gynaecology Outpatients team within Women's Health. In this challenging and rewarding Band 7 role, you will provide a safe, effective and evidence-based nurse-led hysteroscopy service. You will independently assess patients and undertake diagnostic and therapeutic outpatient hysteroscopy clinics within your agreed scope of practice, professional standards and local and national guidance. You will use advanced clinical reasoning and decision-making skills to assess patients, perform hysteroscopy procedures, interpret findings and investigation results, and develop appropriate management and follow-up plans. The role includes providing clear information and counselling, obtaining informed consent, communicating sensitive results and ensuring patients receive appropriate support, safety-netting and onward referral. Interview Date: W/C 1 December 2026 As a senior member of the team, you will provide visible clinical leadership and work closely with consultant, nursing and multidisciplinary colleagues. You will support the development of junior staff and learners and contribute to clinical governance, risk management, audit, patient feedback, quality improvement, guideline development and service development within the hysteroscopy service. At MKUH, you will be supported to maintain your advanced clinical skills, continuing competence and professional development while helping us improve outcomes and experiences for patients using our service. You must be a Registered Nurse with current NMC registration and hold a nationally recognised British Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy Nurse Hysteroscopy qualification. You will have significant post-registration experience in gynaecology and nurse-led services, with evidence of autonomous practice as a qualified Nurse Hysteroscopist. A teaching, mentoring, Practice Assessor or Practice Supervisor qualification is essential. Completion of an accredited diagnostic hysteroscopy and therapeutic management programme is desirable.

• To provide a safe, effective, evidence-based nurse-led hysteroscopy service.
• Autonomously assess patients and undertake nurse-led diagnostic and therapeutic outpatient hysteroscopy clinics within agreed scope of practice, professional standards and local/national guidance.

Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career. As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities. We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards. Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030. Visit our website to explore the latest news and opportunities at MKUH -News - Milton Keynes University Hospital- For further information about Milton Keynes please visit -Visit Milton Keynes "We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute"

Patient management plans

• Obtain valid informed verbal and written consent for hysteroscopy procedures in accordance with Trust policy and professional standards.
• Provide expert information and counselling regarding hysteroscopy procedures, treatment options, risks, benefits, alternatives and aftercare.

Leadership, governance and service development

• As a qualified Band 7 Nurse Hysteroscopist, demonstrate advanced risk management, safeguarding and clinical governance responsibilities on behalf of patients and the wider team
• Provide visible clinical leadership, act as a role model and support the development of nursing and support staff.