Job summary At Blackburn Endoscopy Unit, we provide a service that offers all types of Endoscopy for elective and emergency procedures for inpatients and outpatients. We offer all diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. We are a friendly, fast paced unit and offer bespoke training sessions alongside our induction programme. The successful candidate will participate as an effective practitioner within a multi-disciplinary unit, demonstrating effective team work and providing good morale within the department androtate through all clinical areas to meet service need and professional development. Main duties of the job 1.Provide care in the clinical area as an effective member of the team. 2.Establish a safe working environment for patients and staff to ensure patient contact and dignity are not compromised. 3.Arrange the reception, admission, transfer and nurse led discharge of patients, assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care within speciality. 4.Take responsibility for a group of patients and act as team leader where appropriate, co-ordinating the utilisation of staff/ Endoscopy lists. 5.Act as named nurse and room nurse in the unit, providing competent assistance during a range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including complex procedures requiring the use of PPE and lead protection gowns in Xray. 6.Carry out the decontamination process of endoscopes and have an awareness of general and specific infection control measures and related issues. 7.Demonstrate knowledge of Endoscopy equipment, the function and application of all endoscopes and systems, potential malfunctions and hazards of endoscopic equipment / substances and corrective action. 8.Maintain appropriate department documentation - e.g. profiles, care plans and electronic record. 9.Co-ordinate safe transfer and positioning of patients 10.Assist in the cleaning of clinical areas and equipment, ensuring that the area is clear of potential hazards About us Develop professionally through self development - extending own knowledge through the N.M.C's codes of professional conduct and participate in research and learning projects ongoing in the department. 2.Ensure all work is carried out in accordance to Trust and Departmental policies / procedures / standards / guidelines and protocols. 3.Offer professional co-operation to medical / support staff in solving care related problems and carry out treatment as instructed to deliver quality care. 4.Participate in the change process to meet future needs of the service. 5.Assist in maintenance of stock levels of all clinical equipment and supplies and order as necessary. 6.Contribute to the planning, implementation and evaluation within the Trust essence of care programme. 7.Be aware of procedure for complaints from relatives, patients and staff and inform the line manager of any untoward incidents and participate in the clinical incident reporting process. 8.Co-ordinate the arrival and departure of patients in accordance with local policy, incorporating escort of patients, where applicable. 9.Actively seek to utilise all resources effectively by contributing to the department's budget 10.Be responsible for the delegation to junior members of staff in accordance with the individual's knowledge and experience and support new starters to the department. Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum (PAY AWARD PENDING) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 435-MEC-319-24 Job locations Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital Haslingden Road Blackburn BB2 3HH Job description Job responsibilities 1.Ensure the safe removal of clinical waste and contaminated items including blood products. 2.Send equipment for repair with appropriate documentation 3.Undertake daily checks of Endoscopy equipment and report any faults to relevant dept or person 4.Taking charge in absence of more senior staff 5.Prepare and arrange transportation of equipment to other hospitals 6.Organise loan equipment 7.Ensure equipment is available prior to start of list 8.Check equipment into dept from external companies/hospitals 9.Perform Intra Venous cannulation and venepuncture Job description Job responsibilities 1.Ensure the safe removal of clinical waste and contaminated items including blood products. 2.Send equipment for repair with appropriate documentation 3.Undertake daily checks of Endoscopy equipment and report any faults to relevant dept or person 4.Taking charge in absence of more senior staff 5.Prepare and arrange transportation of equipment to other hospitals 6.Organise loan equipment 7.Ensure equipment is available prior to start of list 8.Check equipment into dept from external companies/hospitals 9.Perform Intra Venous cannulation and venepuncture Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC Registration Desirable Post Registration Endoscopy Related Qualification Experience Essential Recent Acute Hospital Experience/Student Training Able to work flexibly accross sites Desirable Endoscopy/Gastroenterology Experience Audit Skills Work Skills Essential Able to prioritise and plan workload Proven ability to plan and comply with detailed procedures Clear and accurate record keeping Good IT skills Communication Essential Clear and accurate written/verbal communication Excellent interpersonal skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC Registration Desirable Post Registration Endoscopy Related Qualification Experience Essential Recent Acute Hospital Experience/Student Training Able to work flexibly accross sites Desirable Endoscopy/Gastroenterology Experience Audit Skills Work Skills Essential Able to prioritise and plan workload Proven ability to plan and comply with detailed procedures Clear and accurate record keeping Good IT skills Communication Essential Clear and accurate written/verbal communication Excellent interpersonal skills 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 East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust Address Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital Haslingden Road Blackburn BB2 3HH Employer's website http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)