Colposcopy Clinical Nurse Specialist

The post holder will be a Nurse Colposcopist (a registered nurse trained and competent thatis accredited in accordance with the standards of the British Society for Colposcopist andCytopathologists) responsible for the management of a defined caseload of patientsattending colposcopy clinics and will provide highly specialist nursing support, education andcare to that specific group. They will ensure continuing responsibility for the assessment ofcare needs, and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care.The post holder will contribute to achieving the colposcopy service objectives and workwithin the clinical governance framework at Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust., Clinical Responsibilities1.1 To ensure all necessary material resources are available and allocate as appropriate1.2 Assess, plan, implement and evaluate physical, social and psychological care, accordingto the needs of the patient1.3 Perform independent colposcopy and cervical screening examinations1.4 Make appropriate decisions regarding referral to Colposcopy MDT.1.5 Responsible for the safe storage, use and administration of all medicines and substancesaccording to Trust policy1.6 To maintain and update skills required for cervical screening and colposcopy1.7 Provide suitably trained person/s to assist in clinical procedures, whilst maintaining thepatient's safety during invasive procedures at all times1.8 Act as the patient's advocate during consultations, investigations and treatment1.9 Ensure nursing practice is evidence-based, within own scope of practice and that all clinicalpolicies, procedures, protocols and guidelines have all been agreed with the Matron andbeen through the
correct governance process1.10 Lead on improvement projects within the Colposcopy Service

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