Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Staff Nurse on the unit at Airedale. This is a JAG accredited unit with four functioning rooms. The unit provides a five day and out hours service which includes a nurse on call rota.
The function of the endoscopy unit is to provide a safe environment where patients receive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using a flexible endoscope. These include OGD, colonoscopies, flexi-sigmoidoscopies, ERCP, Cystoscopies, Respiratory service including EBUS and Bronchoscopy which are performed on the unit supporting national programmes for urology and respiratory disease.
The unit is part of the National Bowel Cancer screening programmes working in collaboration with Bradford Teaching Hospital
Main duties of the job
Responsible for delivery of care needs and maintenance of clinical standards underdirection.
The development of programmes of care.
The implementation, evaluation and updating of care programmes.
The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without directsupervision and maybe required to demonstrate procedures and to supervise registered and unregistered staff.
Be accountable for personal nursing practice.
Maintain a high standard of patient care as associate nurse/named nurse. Be able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of patient care.
Be aware of current development and research in clinical practice, to JAG standards
Act as a mentor/assessor to students and Health Care Support Workers.
Participate and assist in research at ward/unit level.
Undertake study to meet the requirements of PREPP.
Act as a role model for junior staff.
Practice the "Endoscopy Nurse Skill Set (Band 5)
About us
As an Endoscopy staff nurse you are expected to -
- Work as a team assisting and supporting colleagues
- Monitor and audit the quality of the service
- Involve users in service development
- Observe all Trust policies and procedures
- Maintain professional development and competencies
- Be committed to training and development of yourself and staff working within the unit which provides appropriate facilities and follows appropriate guidance for the training of nursing staff, junior medical staff and trainers
- Liaise and support other departments and wards
This is an ideal career opportunity for a registered nurse to develop enhance and expand their existing skills If you are motivated, inspirational and looking for a new challenge then this could be the job for you, to inspire and assist in leading an innovative team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake training as required to develop competence in the Endoscopy Nurse Skill Set and in respect of the scope of professional practice.
Participate in on call rota once competency assessments are completed
Maintain custody of controlled drugs, checking and administering, checking and maintaining ward stock.
Assist medical staff and ascertain medical treatment and reports patient condition to medical staff and receive instructions.
Carry out nursing procedures and acts at all times in a professional manner.
Contribute to teaching and assessing of learners within the requirement of the NMC
Co-ordinates patients special diets in accordance to any pre procedure preparation
supporting ward teams and supervise the service.
To be responsible for your professional practice and for complying with the relevant standards and codes of practice set by your regulatory or professional body.
Learn to use and maintain specialised endoscopy equipment and video equipment
Knowledge and skills within Respiratory services i.e bronchoscopy, Endo bronchial Ultra -Sound and the therapeutic drains
Urology cystoscopy, insertion of catheters
Supporting theatre staff with GA endoscopies
Organise nursing care plans including admission and discharge of patients in accordance with District Transfer Policy.
Assists in requesting of repairs of equipment and advise patients on the care of their property.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake training as required to develop competence in the Endoscopy Nurse Skill Set and in respect of the scope of professional practice.
Participate in on call rota once competency assessments are completed
Maintain custody of controlled drugs, checking and administering, checking and maintaining ward stock.
Assist medical staff and ascertain medical treatment and reports patient condition to medical staff and receive instructions.
Carry out nursing procedures and acts at all times in a professional manner.
Contribute to teaching and assessing of learners within the requirement of the NMC
Co-ordinates patients special diets in accordance to any pre procedure preparation
supporting ward teams and supervise the service.
To be responsible for your professional practice and for complying with the relevant standards and codes of practice set by your regulatory or professional body.
Learn to use and maintain specialised endoscopy equipment and video equipment
Knowledge and skills within Respiratory services i.e bronchoscopy, Endo bronchial Ultra -Sound and the therapeutic drains
Urology cystoscopy, insertion of catheters
Supporting theatre staff with GA endoscopies
Organise nursing care plans including admission and discharge of patients in accordance with District Transfer Policy.
Assists in requesting of repairs of equipment and advise patients on the care of their property.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Nursing Degree
- Registered with NMC
Desirable
- ENB 998/SLIP or equivalent
Experience/Skills
Essential
- Relevant Nursing experience
- Demonstrates knowledge of care planning and evaluation
- Demonstrates good verbal/written skills
Desirable
- Previous experience of surgical or medical nursing and endoscopy procedures
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Nursing Degree
- Registered with NMC
Desirable
- ENB 998/SLIP or equivalent
Experience/Skills
Essential
- Relevant Nursing experience
- Demonstrates knowledge of care planning and evaluation
- Demonstrates good verbal/written skills
Desirable
- Previous experience of surgical or medical nursing and endoscopy procedures
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).
