We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our team at Thorpe Park Clinic. The role will consist of supporting the clinical team in delivering outstanding patient care in the Endoscopy and Outpatients department.
Main duties of the job
* Support registered staff in the implementation of an agreed plan of care with the patient and in accordance with instructions and training received per local and national policies and guidelines including JAG.
* Help promote and maintain an environment conducive to meeting the needs of the patient/relatives and carers.
* Support the endoscopy team with decontamination of scopes.
* Support with auditing and stock checks and management as required.
* Set up of the room and preparation of all clinical areas in line with service requirements.
* Contribute to a team approach to patient care in conjunction with all members of the team.
* Contribute to the legality and accuracy of the patients care plan/ and or other reports and the effectiveness of the established communication /reporting system.
* Undertake tasks and procedures, in which competency has been assessed and recorded specific to the care environment.
* Assist in the maintenance of stock levels.
* Assist in the maintenance of the clinic cleanliness and tidiness and always adhere to infection control policy and procedures.
* Receive and convey information from telephone or personal enquiries in a courteous manner and ensure all persons visiting the clinic are greeted and assisted in a welcoming and supportive manner.
* Assist and support registered nurses and clerical staff in administrative duties as required.
* Support each unit by cross site working where there is a service requirement.
* Attend meetings as and when required.
About us
LivingCare Group is a set of companies that operate across various health services and portfolios. We have extensive experience of developing and delivering NHS care and have a growing portfolio of private provision. We work across GP practices and within our own centres in Yorkshire.
Our services are developed in response to local demands across the health economy and in line with the NHS governance and contractual requirements.
Knowledge, skills and experience
* Experience of working in a surgical or clinical environment.
* Time management.
* IT literate.
* Able to multitask.
* Has a patient focus.
* Caring and empathetic approach.
* Considerate.
* Understanding of the NHS and health is desirable.
* Quick learner.
Qualifications
* NMC registered nurse or HCPC registered ODP.
* To be educated to degree level (or equivalent experience).
* Knowledge of working within endoscopy unit.
* To have Preparation for mentorship course (ENB998) or equivalent.
* Access to own transportation to support cross site working.
Experience
* Excellent communication and influencing skills.
* Basic IT skills and ability to work with online programmes such as SystmOne.
* Evidence of Continued Professional Development.
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.
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