Job summary Applicants are invited to the post of Nurse Endoscopist working across both Warrington and Halton hospital sites in our JAG accredited endoscopy units. The successful applicant will join a large, dynamic and flexible endoscopist team which includes Consultants in Gastroenterology, Consultants in General and Upper GI surgery, Nurse Endoscopists and Clinical Endoscopists who all scope as part of their job plans. A comprehensive and expanding Gastroenterology service is provided including: All diagnostic and therapeutic modalities including capsule endoscopy, trans-nasal endoscopy, EUS, ERCP and bowel cancer screening Comprehensive IBD, Nutrition, Hepatology and HPB services with specialist nurse support. Main duties of the job To perform upper and lower GI endoscopic examinations autonomously. To provide research based expert and holistic care and advice to patients with Colorectal and upper GI problems, to include their families/carers. To work in close liaison with the Endoscopy Clinical lead, Medical Staff and all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure the giving of safe effective and high quality patient care. To be a resource of knowledge to other health care professionals through education and clinical practice. The post holder will participate in the delivery of an endoscopic service by carrying out OGD's, flexible sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy. The post holder must demonstrate specific skills in disorders of the GI tract, including diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic techniques and subsequent management. To assist the and Clinical lead to coordinate aspects of audit in relation to both local and national criteria set for the development of Endoscopy Units including JAG and GRS requirements. About us Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a caring and compassionate organisation that is both ambitious and innovative. We are committed to delivering the best outcomes for our patients and providing a positive experience of our staff. We aspire to be outstanding for our patients, our communities and our staff and are committed to being a great place to receive healthcare, work and learn. Straddling the neighbouring boroughs of Warrington and Halton we are part of the Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care system. Our hospitals are ideally situated to meet the growing healthcare needs of the 330,000 population of these boroughs. Warrington Hospital is home to our emergency, critical care and maternity services, Halton Hospital is focused on elective procedures and the Runcorn Urgent Treatment Centre, although many services are offered at both sites and in community hubs. A CQC-rated 'good' organisation with 'outstanding' features, we are working towards university hospital status, having achieved teaching hospital status in 2019. We employ nearly 5,000 people from over 80 nationalities, striving to be a diverse, inclusive employer and recognised leader in equality. We support flexible working, welcoming flexible applications. Proud of our many accreditations, we are embedding an anti-racist approach in all we do. Date posted 22 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 370-NAM8ADIG-1077 Job locations Warrington and Halton Hospitals Lovely Lane Warrington WA5 1QG Job description Job responsibilities To carry out six clinical sessions, two admin sessions: to include protocol development, one cross cover session (as required) and one audit session. To assess patient suitability for sedation using the agreed protocol. To cannulate and administer IV sedation to the relevant client group under a Patient Group Directive. To autonomously perform endoscopy including gaining full informed consent from the patient; performing polypectomy and biopsy of abnormal mucosa. To make initial diagnosis and arrange patient follow up accordingly. To document findings in endoscopy reporting system. Participate as an active member of the nursing team, accountable for your practice and role modelling the highest standards of care to all members of the ward team. Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of infection control policies, local strategy with practical experience and principles in relation to the clinical environment, patient care, the prevention of cross infection, outbreak management, good hand hygiene and environmental cleaning. Leads in the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of specialist care of patients admitted to the Endoscopy department in accordance with Trust and departmental protocols. Actively involves others in communications between patients, their relatives and the multi-disciplinary team both within organisation and with external stakeholders to ensure excellent communication. Work within national requirements for Nurse Endoscopy as set out by JAG and the BSG, ensuring minimal procedure numbers are performed and that JAG/GRS key performance indicators are in line with recommended minimum standards. This is to include maintaining JETS reports online. Job description Job responsibilities To carry out six clinical sessions, two admin sessions: to include protocol development, one cross cover session (as required) and one audit session. To assess patient suitability for sedation using the agreed protocol. To cannulate and administer IV sedation to the relevant client group under a Patient Group Directive. To autonomously perform endoscopy including gaining full informed consent from the patient; performing polypectomy and biopsy of abnormal mucosa. To make initial diagnosis and arrange patient follow up accordingly. To document findings in endoscopy reporting system. Participate as an active member of the nursing team, accountable for your practice and role modelling the highest standards of care to all members of the ward team. Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of infection control policies, local strategy with practical experience and principles in relation to the clinical environment, patient care, the prevention of cross infection, outbreak management, good hand hygiene and environmental cleaning. Leads in the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of specialist care of patients admitted to the Endoscopy department in accordance with Trust and departmental protocols. Actively involves others in communications between patients, their relatives and the multi-disciplinary team both within organisation and with external stakeholders to ensure excellent communication. Work within national requirements for Nurse Endoscopy as set out by JAG and the BSG, ensuring minimal procedure numbers are performed and that JAG/GRS key performance indicators are in line with recommended minimum standards. This is to include maintaining JETS reports online. Person Specification Qualifications Essential JAG accredited Endoscopist RGN Experience Essential Highly experienced in working in Endoscopy Experience Desirable Evidence of ongoing self-development Experience Essential Evidence of working collaboratively Skills Essential Good communication Person Specification Qualifications Essential JAG accredited Endoscopist RGN Experience Essential Highly experienced in working in Endoscopy Experience Desirable Evidence of ongoing self-development Experience Essential Evidence of working collaboratively Skills Essential Good communication 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHSFT Address Warrington and Halton Hospitals Lovely Lane Warrington WA5 1QG Employer's website https://whh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)