Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanentposition for Junior Sister/Charge Nurse to work in our Endoscopy Unit atThe Great Western Hospital NHS Trust.
We are looking for an individual who is forward thinking, well organised and with a positive attitude towards flexibilityand change.We would welcome previous experience in Endoscopy to apply for this post, you will have a passion and willingness to learn new skills to specialise in this field.
You will be supported by the experienced Endoscopy team to develop clinical skills with a full training package. With the new CDC Endoscopy Site opening in West Swindon you will be expected to rotate between the sites.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
- To sustain a high-quality service within the Endoscopy multi-disciplinary team.
- To be knowledgeable about all Endoscopy procedures and be fully aware of medical treatments relevant to work area.
- To provide information, education, and psychological support to patients with benign and malignant disease.
- To run a procedure room and assist Endoscopists with procedures.
- Provide patient information on Endoscopy procedures enabling them to make informed consent.
- Understand JAG Accreditation, and work within its framework.
- Make appropriate referrals to other health professionals.
- To provide telephone assessments for patients prior to procedures.
- To assist with OGD, Colonoscopy and Flexible sigmoidoscopy procedures, including more complex procedures such as ERCP, Bronchoscopy and EBUS.
- To co-ordinate a busy Endoscopy unit and delegate tasks to staff accordingly.
- Manage staff, including appraisal, sickness management and incident reporting.
- Understand Roster system and staff allocation- maintain safe staffing levels.
- Maintaining accurate records and contributing to audits.
- Preparing equipment used during Endoscopy procedures.
- Preparing and administering intravenous medications. Ensuring compliance of medicine management trust policy.
- To complete documentation relevant to Endoscopy procedures.
- To participate in compiling audits for JAG.
About us
"Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives."
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Act as a clinical expert in their area of practice.2. Take charge in absence of Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.3. Participate in the delivery of care to ensure the individual needs of the patients are met.4. Promote the development, implementation and review of standards policies, procedures and clinical guidelines.5. Assist in effectively leading and motivating staff in the provision of care and future service development.6. Promote evidence based clinical practice and assist the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in performance improvement within the unit.7. Act as a Link Nurse resource for a specified clinical area and disseminate information to the rest of the team8. Act as a resource in nursing practice throughout the specialities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Act as a clinical expert in their area of practice.2. Take charge in absence of Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.3. Participate in the delivery of care to ensure the individual needs of the patients are met.4. Promote the development, implementation and review of standards policies, procedures and clinical guidelines.5. Assist in effectively leading and motivating staff in the provision of care and future service development.6. Promote evidence based clinical practice and assist the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in performance improvement within the unit.7. Act as a Link Nurse resource for a specified clinical area and disseminate information to the rest of the team8. Act as a resource in nursing practice throughout the specialities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC 1st Level registration qualification
- A teaching qualification
- Evidence of post registration development
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Diploma/Degree qualification
- Leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrates sound understanding of personal accountability
- Time management and prioritisation skills
Desirable
- To have an awareness of up to date trust projects and issues
Knowledge
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Recent acute medical or surgical experience
- Experience in leading, supporting and developing a team
Desirable
- An understanding of the structure for the delivery for Community and social care services.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC 1st Level registration qualification
- A teaching qualification
- Evidence of post registration development
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Diploma/Degree qualification
- Leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrates sound understanding of personal accountability
- Time management and prioritisation skills
Desirable
- To have an awareness of up to date trust projects and issues
Knowledge
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Recent acute medical or surgical experience
- Experience in leading, supporting and developing a team
Desirable
- An understanding of the structure for the delivery for Community and social care services.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
