South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Registered Nurse - Endoscopy

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Job summary

Warwick Endoscopy Unit are committed to delivering a high quality patient focused service, is a well-equipped and modern department which specializes in a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. We also undertake bowel cancer screening as part of the National Screening Programme.

An opportunity has arisen for a dynamic individual willing to learn some highly skilled endoscopy techniques and actively assist in providing quality care for patient undergoing endoscopic procedures.

In return we can offer you a flexible and motivating work environment and you will have the full support of the Endoscopy Unit in providing both a clinical and competency based training programme (JETS workforce). In addition, the Endoscopy team consists of a supportive multidisciplinary team and we encourage all our staff to develop their clinical, managerial and leadership skills in a positive learning environment. Applications are welcome from newly qualified practitioners.

Main duties of the job

To deliver a high standard of nursing care to patients undergoing surgical or medical treatment. The post holders will be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs, and implementation and evaluation of the programme of the care. The post holders are required to work as part of a team committed to delivering and improving a high standard of nursing care within South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust.

About us

Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further.

We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.

Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.

Date posted

16 January 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year Per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

203-EL609

Job locations

Endoscopy

Warwick

CV34 5BW

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

Take clinical responsibility for patients within your allocated area of work.

Continuously assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment, using appropriate programmes/methods of care.

To ensure a high delivery of quality care in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and guidelines. Participating in activities to improve the quality, productivity and effectiveness of care in response to local and national policies and initiatives.

To practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional conduct and scope of professional practice and maintain own NMC registration.

Communication

Showing empathy, understanding, and professionalism, when communicating with patients, their carers and families. Identifying individual needs and therefore utilising a range of agreed communication mediums.

Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues and all levels of staff.

Maintain confidentiality at all times, as required by legislation and Trust policy.

Professionalism

Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential, and meets professional NMC guidelines, appropriate Trust standards, and in line with the Data Protection Act.

To act in a professional manner, and as a role model, at all times, leading by example to junior members of the team.

Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the department. Promoting a professional and positive working environment.

Maintain and develop own professional knowledge.

Be aware of and adhere to the Professional Presentation Policy.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

Take clinical responsibility for patients within your allocated area of work.

Continuously assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment, using appropriate programmes/methods of care.

To practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional conduct and scope of professional practice and maintain own NMC registration.

Communication

Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues and all levels of staff.

Maintain confidentiality at all times, as required by legislation and Trust policy.

Professionalism

Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential, and meets professional NMC guidelines, appropriate Trust standards, and in line with the Data Protection Act.

To act in a professional manner, and as a role model, at all times, leading by example to junior members of the team.

Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the department. Promoting a professional and positive working environment.

Maintain and develop own professional knowledge.

Be aware of and adhere to the Professional Presentation Policy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

First Level RGN
NMC Registration

Desirable

Evidence of continuous professional development
IT Skills

Experience

Desirable

Acute nursing
Care of the elderly

Skills

Essential

Demonstrates a good understanding of the nursing process
Able to efficiently plan and allocate work

Desirable

Able to manage time effectively
Demonstrates knowledge of research based practices
Demonstrates knowledge of clinical audit and clinical effectiveness

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

First Level RGN
NMC Registration

Desirable

Evidence of continuous professional development
IT Skills

Experience

Desirable

Acute nursing
Care of the elderly

Skills

Essential

Demonstrates a good understanding of the nursing process
Able to efficiently plan and allocate work

Desirable

Able to manage time effectively
Demonstrates knowledge of research based practices
Demonstrates knowledge of clinical audit and clinical effectiveness

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Endoscopy

Warwick

CV34 5BW

Employer's website

https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Endoscopy

Warwick

CV34 5BW

Employer's website

https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)