Job summary
To deliver a high standard of patient care whilst working as part of the Endoscopy Team and displaying a caring and professional attitude at all times. The post holder will be able to work in all areas of Endoscopy, including pre assessment, admission and recovery of patients, using specialised equipment and providing technical support during endoscopy procedures. They will also participate in the traceability and maintenance of endoscopes.
The post is based Monday to Sunday as well as on call responsibilities.
Full training provided. Although a secondment - there is a strong chance of this becoming permanent.
Main duties of the job
We offer all of our team the learning opportunities within areas such as:
o Gastroscopieso Colonoscopies including NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Programmeo Flexible Sigmoidoscopieso All therapeutic interventions associated with these procedures.o All training will be provided.
The primary aim of the Endoscopy Unit is to provide a high quality, comprehensive endoscopy facility for all of our patients. We aim to ensure that the service offered allows for sufficient capacity and facilities to offer our patients timely and appropriate care.
This is an exciting time to join the Endoscopy Department - we have been developing new services and patient pathways including procedures such as Colon Capsule, Naso-endoscopy and Capsule Endosocopy to be able to offer the patients of Bedfordshire innovative, patient centred care. You will have the opportunity to witness all these new procedures as well as working as per the key responsibilities below:
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities.
Preparation of endoscopy rooms and equipment needed for clinics, supervising junior staff as appropriate.
To undertake pre-assessment for patients prior to their admission
Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care in line with research-based evidence, for individual and groups of patients, working within agreed policies and procedures.
Reporting the condition of patients to medical staff, liaising with medical staff and receiving instructions. Ascertaining the prescribed medical treatment and ensuring its implementation. Reporting any concerns to Senior Staff.
Work in all areas within endoscopy - pre-assessment, admissions, treatment rooms for all procedures, recovery and discharge. The procedures include assisting the Endoscopists with diagnostic and therapeutic Gastroscopies, colonoscopies, ERCPs, EBUS, Bronchoscopies and Cystoscopies for both inpatients and outpatients. There will be the need to carry out emergency procedures in critical care and theatres including an out of hours on call service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities.
Preparation of endoscopy rooms and equipment needed for clinics, supervising junior staff as appropriate.
To undertake pre-assessment for patients prior to their admission
Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care in line with research-based evidence, for individual and groups of patients, working within agreed policies and procedures.
Reporting the condition of patients to medical staff, liaising with medical staff and receiving instructions. Ascertaining the prescribed medical treatment and ensuring its implementation. Reporting any concerns to Senior Staff.
Work in all areas within endoscopy - pre-assessment, admissions, treatment rooms for all procedures, recovery and discharge. The procedures include assisting the Endoscopists with diagnostic and therapeutic Gastroscopies, colonoscopies, ERCPs, EBUS, Bronchoscopies and Cystoscopies for both inpatients and outpatients. There will be the need to carry out emergency procedures in critical care and theatres including an out of hours on call service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN Level 1
- Registered with the NMC
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- MSPP or Equivalent
- Gastrointestinal nurses course
- Diploma/Degree in Health related subject
Experience
Essential
- Understanding the role of the Endoscopy Nurse
- Experience of Clincal Governance and Audit
- Experience of working in partnership with consultants to deliver clinical care
- Awareness of current nursing issues
Desirable
- An understanding of JAG and GRS
- Knowledge of appropriate standards of external bodies
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work as a team member
- The ability to prioritise workload and patient care needs
- Basic IT skills
- Ability to prioritise care associated with changing environment and patient demands
Desirable
- Previous endoscopy/gastroenterology experience
- Venepuncture and cannualtion skills
Personal Skills
Essential
- Open/Reflective/Warm
- Enthusiastic and Self Aware
- Creative and Flexible
- Team focused
- Reliable/Adaptable/Dependable
- Ability to work in all areas of endoscopy
Other
Essential
- Flexibility with regards to off duty requirements
- Ability to participate in an on call service when required and when appropriately experienced to do so
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN Level 1
- Registered with the NMC
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- MSPP or Equivalent
- Gastrointestinal nurses course
- Diploma/Degree in Health related subject
Experience
Essential
- Understanding the role of the Endoscopy Nurse
- Experience of Clincal Governance and Audit
- Experience of working in partnership with consultants to deliver clinical care
- Awareness of current nursing issues
Desirable
- An understanding of JAG and GRS
- Knowledge of appropriate standards of external bodies
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work as a team member
- The ability to prioritise workload and patient care needs
- Basic IT skills
- Ability to prioritise care associated with changing environment and patient demands
Desirable
- Previous endoscopy/gastroenterology experience
- Venepuncture and cannualtion skills
Personal Skills
Essential
- Open/Reflective/Warm
- Enthusiastic and Self Aware
- Creative and Flexible
- Team focused
- Reliable/Adaptable/Dependable
- Ability to work in all areas of endoscopy
Other
Essential
- Flexibility with regards to off duty requirements
- Ability to participate in an on call service when required and when appropriately experienced to do so
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).
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