Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen in NUH Endoscopy for someone highly motivated and dynamic to support the training and development of the well-established team of nurses with in NUH endoscopy. This is a full time post, although part time will be considered.
Endoscopy is a busy, diverse and expanding specialty that caters for a wide range of endoscopic procedures within Gastroenterology and Respiratory.
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic nurse with leadership and teaching skills who will ensure the highest standards of care are in place and will be pro-active in the professional development of the nursing team.
Endoscopy experience is essential and successful candidates must be able to support training in clinical and non-clinical settings.
The post holder will be expected to work closely with the senior endoscopy nursing team to meet local and national targets and develop the service in line with the requirements of the regulatory bodies. The service is committed to the advancement of Endoscopic procedures and to the development of staff, so opportunities for professional advancement of knowledge, skills and practice are a focus which the post holder will be expected to support and develop with in the role.
Main duties of the job
Training Endoscopy staff in Endoscopy procedures, kit and accessories.
Work clinically alongside staff to train and coach.
Writing inductions for new starters in endoscopy, reviewing their progress, and writing action plans to ensure their training needs are met and they are fully supported.
Ensuring endoscopy specific and NUH mandatory training compliance across endoscopy.
Maintaining endoscopy training records
Assist in training staff in JETS workforce and teaching on ENDO1 and that staff are signed off in relevant DOPS.
Assist in running and teaching on training sessions including the induction days, skills sessions with animal models, simulation sessions, and masterclasses.
Be an expert resource in Endoscopy and all procedures performed on your base unit
About us
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Ensure that delivery of person centered care and compassionate care is at the Centre of the specialty.
Spend 80% of their time in clinical practice in a supervisory capacity supporting new starters, Trainee Nursing Associates (TrNA), international nurses working alongside nursing staff providing clinical care to develop their knowledge and skills.
Deliver a specialty specific program of training and education ensuring nursing teams have the skills and competencies to function safely, effectively and efficiently. This will include supporting the PDN for the specialty in the planning and implementation any new or extended clinical skills or roles.
Contribute to the development; implementation and evaluation of the Education and Training Needs Analysis for the specialty ensuring returns from appraisals are fed through to ensure continuous professional development for the area.
Be responsible for supporting ward/ dept. sisters and charge nurses to ensure staff complete their mandatory and role related training, induction, HCA academy and Acute Care Skills in a timely manner.
Contribute to the delivery and facilitation of individual sessions on the divisional/trust education and training programs.
Support the division in sharing of best practice and learning from patient complaints and incidents, maintaining a continuous cycle of improvement.
Work collaboratively with other clinical educators across the division to ensure education and training opportunities are shared across the division and inter-professionally.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Ensure that delivery of person centered care and compassionate care is at the Centre of the specialty.
Spend 80% of their time in clinical practice in a supervisory capacity supporting new starters, Trainee Nursing Associates (TrNA), international nurses working alongside nursing staff providing clinical care to develop their knowledge and skills.
Deliver a specialty specific program of training and education ensuring nursing teams have the skills and competencies to function safely, effectively and efficiently. This will include supporting the PDN for the specialty in the planning and implementation any new or extended clinical skills or roles.
Contribute to the development; implementation and evaluation of the Education and Training Needs Analysis for the specialty ensuring returns from appraisals are fed through to ensure continuous professional development for the area.
Be responsible for supporting ward/ dept. sisters and charge nurses to ensure staff complete their mandatory and role related training, induction, HCA academy and Acute Care Skills in a timely manner.
Contribute to the delivery and facilitation of individual sessions on the divisional/trust education and training programs.
Support the division in sharing of best practice and learning from patient complaints and incidents, maintaining a continuous cycle of improvement.
Work collaboratively with other clinical educators across the division to ensure education and training opportunities are shared across the division and inter-professionally.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- o1st level Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
- oMinimum Diploma level study
- oEvidence of a being a supervisor or assessor for students
Desirable
- oEvidence of a Teaching qualification or course attended
- ENDO1 Faculty
- Simulation Faculty Course
Trust values and behaviours
Essential
- oMust be able to demonstrate Behaviours consistent with the Trust's "We are here for you" behavioural standards
Experiance
Essential
- oAt least 2 years endoscopy experience and be able to work in the procedure rooms
- Demonstrates experience of supporting change into clinical practice and has an awareness of the change process
- Experience of teaching staff in endoscopy and providing feedback
Desirable
- Experience in JETS DOPS signing off
- Experience in assisting endoscopy study days
- Experience in running simulation courses
- Experience of writing induction plans
- Experience in writing action plans for staff not meeting role requirements
- Experience in pulling mandatory training figures and medical devices figures
- Medical Devices Authorised Trainer
Communication
Essential
- Ability to work closely with relevant staff to ensure optimum training
- Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills
- oDemonstrates computer literacy and use of IT skills. e.g. email, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Desirable
- Able to present highly complex information at an appropriate level, both formally and informally to a variable audience either on an individual basis or to small and large groups
Planning and Organisation
Essential
- oDemonstrates an ability to effectively manage and prioritise own time and workload including office and facilitation time to ensure timely delivery of work agenda
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- o1st level Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
- oMinimum Diploma level study
- oEvidence of a being a supervisor or assessor for students
Desirable
- oEvidence of a Teaching qualification or course attended
- ENDO1 Faculty
- Simulation Faculty Course
Trust values and behaviours
Essential
- oMust be able to demonstrate Behaviours consistent with the Trust's "We are here for you" behavioural standards
Experiance
Essential
- oAt least 2 years endoscopy experience and be able to work in the procedure rooms
- Demonstrates experience of supporting change into clinical practice and has an awareness of the change process
- Experience of teaching staff in endoscopy and providing feedback
Desirable
- Experience in JETS DOPS signing off
- Experience in assisting endoscopy study days
- Experience in running simulation courses
- Experience of writing induction plans
- Experience in writing action plans for staff not meeting role requirements
- Experience in pulling mandatory training figures and medical devices figures
- Medical Devices Authorised Trainer
Communication
Essential
- Ability to work closely with relevant staff to ensure optimum training
- Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills
- oDemonstrates computer literacy and use of IT skills. e.g. email, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Desirable
- Able to present highly complex information at an appropriate level, both formally and informally to a variable audience either on an individual basis or to small and large groups
Planning and Organisation
Essential
- oDemonstrates an ability to effectively manage and prioritise own time and workload including office and facilitation time to ensure timely delivery of work agenda
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).