Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Band 5 Registered Nurse to join the new Endoscopy Alternative Pathway Team. This role supports a brand-new service that includes Trans Nasal Endoscopy, small and large bowel capsule procedures and aspects of the capsule sponge service. You will work as part of a team alongside Nurse Endoscopists, Specialist Nurses, and other members of the multi-disciplinary team, managing patient care throughout the diagnostic process and ensuring the service meets the highest standards of clinical care and efficiency
Main duties of the job
As a RN working within the Endoscopy Alternative Pathway Service, you will be assisting with the development of a new innovative service for the trust. A supportive training environment guided by a robust competency documentation will be provided. As a member of the alternative pathway team you will contribute to the safe delivery of patient's individual care within the service. There will also be opportunities to train in and support the Capsule Sponge aspect of the service.
The day to day duties include rotating within the pre-assessment, admission, procedure assistance, recovery and discharge of those patients who are having trans nasal endoscopy and bowel capsules.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Person Specification
Qulifications
Essential
- Current NMC/HCPC registration
- Degree relevant to professional registration and area of clinical practice. Or Willing to work towards a degree
Desirable
- Formal teaching or mentoring qualification
- Completion of Endoscopy, Capsule Sponge / Small/Large Bowel Competencies Certificate of Decontamination
Experience
Essential
- Well-developed communication / interpersonal skills both verbally and in writing
- Ability to prioritise workload and manage own time effectively
- Negotiating and influencing skills
- Able to teach others
- Ability to work in a pressured environment
- Completed preceptorship
Desirable
- Nurse Led Consent
- Understanding of endoscopic procedures and therapies
- Experience of running clinics and follow ups
goverance
Essential
- In depth knowledge of JAG and GRS standards
Desirable
- Audit / Research skills
- Clinical Governance Risk Management
personal professional attributes
Essential
- Ability to work within a team and able to work collaboratively.
- Ability to problem solve
- Demonstrate self-awareness and critical reflection
Desirable
- Evidence of working across boundaries and working with multiple stakeholders
other requiments
Essential
- Interest in Gastroenterology
- To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values Current
Desirable
- understanding of key issues facing the NHS both locally and Nationally
Person Specification
Qulifications
Essential
- Current NMC/HCPC registration
- Degree relevant to professional registration and area of clinical practice. Or Willing to work towards a degree
Desirable
- Formal teaching or mentoring qualification
- Completion of Endoscopy, Capsule Sponge / Small/Large Bowel Competencies Certificate of Decontamination
Experience
Essential
- Well-developed communication / interpersonal skills both verbally and in writing
- Ability to prioritise workload and manage own time effectively
- Negotiating and influencing skills
- Able to teach others
- Ability to work in a pressured environment
- Completed preceptorship
Desirable
- Nurse Led Consent
- Understanding of endoscopic procedures and therapies
- Experience of running clinics and follow ups
goverance
Essential
- In depth knowledge of JAG and GRS standards
Desirable
- Audit / Research skills
- Clinical Governance Risk Management
personal professional attributes
Essential
- Ability to work within a team and able to work collaboratively.
- Ability to problem solve
- Demonstrate self-awareness and critical reflection
Desirable
- Evidence of working across boundaries and working with multiple stakeholders
other requiments
Essential
- Interest in Gastroenterology
- To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values Current
Desirable
- understanding of key issues facing the NHS both locally and Nationally
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).
