Band 5 Endoscopy Nurse

Job summary

* Support the patient pathway within the endoscopy unit - admissions, consenting, assisting in the procedure rooms, recovery and discharge.

* Take part in audits and be supported by senior members within the team.

* Contribute significantly toward the continuing development of professional nursing practice within the Endoscopy Unit.

* Act as a mentor and role model to others, reflecting the beliefs about professional nursing practice and patient care outlined in the Endoscopy department philosophy.

* Communicate information effectively to patients / carers and all members of the multidisciplinary team.

Main duties of the job

? The post holder must have experience in endoscopy.? The post holder will be expected to liaise appropriately with all key members of the multidisciplinary team and service users related to the speciality.? To be responsible for all aspects of patient care including the assessment, planning,delivery and evaluation of direct patient care with supervision from senior staff.? To support the Charge Nurse/Senior Sister to monitor the safety and quality of care forpatients.? In the absence of the Junior Sister, the Charge Nurse will be responsible for the day-today management of the ward; to support the charge nurse.? To work with the Junior sister in managing a group of Nursing Assistants and assigndelegated tasks and responsibility as appropriate.? To develop the required skills in Endoscopy which allows the nurse to assist clinicianssafely and with confidence.? To ensure the compliance of mandatory training and appraisal requirements for own self.? To ensure a positive focussed service incorporating patients' feedback to maintain andimprove patient care.? To act as an effective role model promoting excellence through practice.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the topFor more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk