Job summary The Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) specialist nurse role is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with the ERCP lead and endoscopists, coordinating and providing care to address the needs of individuals arising as a consequence of the inpatient and outpatient referrals for ERCP and screening procedures within the Endoscopy setting. This role will act as the patient's advocate, supporting them throughout all stages of the patient journey from pre-assessment to discharge and coordinate health promotion services to improve access to support and information by all sections of society. Main duties of the job To work within the multidisciplinary team, undertaking caseload management of a specific group of patients, predominantly those requiring an Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). To coordinate and provide holistic care from the ERCP service to address the needs of individuals arising as a consequence of both medical and surgical referrals. To act as the patients advocate supporting them throughout all stages of the procedure process. The role will provide an interface between medical and nursing disciplines whilst developing and supporting nursing practice. Deliver advanced clinical practise across the Endoscopy specialism through nurse prescribing and nurse led clinics. To promote timely care and transitions between services and hospital Trusts. About us We provide acute hospital services from two large district general hospitals, Cheltenham General Hospital and Gloucestershire Royal Hospital. Maternity Services are also provided at Stroud Maternity Hospital. We remain the major provider of secondary care services in the area and analysis shows that for Gloucestershire we are the leading acute healthcare provider by a significant margin. At the very centre of our organisation is our dedicated nursing, midwifery and care staff, being part of the team here at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a huge privilege and if successful you will be joining over 2,000 nursing, midwifery and care colleagues each committed to delivering great experience and outcomes for our patients. Here at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, our patients are at the heart of everything we do, and pivotal to this are our nurses, midwives and care staff, whose dedication, expertise and kindness ensures that patients receive the very best care throughout their treatment. I wish you every success with your application to join this team Date posted 29 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 318-25-T0071 Job locations GRH/CGH Great Western Road Gloucester GL1 3NN Job description Job responsibilities For detailed duties and responsibilities, please see the Job Description. Use specialist nursing skills to access the physical and psycho-social needs of patients within the defined caseload, providing both expert clinical advice to patients and carers and an accessible service, through the continued provision of nurse led inpatient and outpatient services. In partnership with the multidisciplinary team, develop and advise highly specialised programme of care for patients, synthesizing complex information whilst comparing a range of options based on the available evidence/best practice, in order to support and empower patients and their carers to make informed choices. Obtain written informed consent for invasive procedures, within Trust guidelines To support the provision of telephone helpline services run from the endoscopy departments by resolving queries referred by them by the admin, nursing or Consultant teams. To provide advice, information and support for those making direct contact with the ERCP service. To be responsible for care delivery to patients identified by the referral and vetting process and meet the needs of patients arising as a result of; Having been referred to participate in ERCP proceduresNeeding to be assessed as fit to undertake ERCP or alternative diagnostic investigationsHaving been identified as requiring further intervention, treatment, surveillance follow up or discharge. The ability to communicate effectively and to disseminate contentious and delicate information appropriately. For example informing patients that they are likely to have cancer in a sensitive and appropriate manner. Provide advice, education, and support and care to post transplant patients. Provide ongoing emotional and psychological support to patient and their families. Job description Job responsibilities For detailed duties and responsibilities, please see the Job Description. Use specialist nursing skills to access the physical and psycho-social needs of patients within the defined caseload, providing both expert clinical advice to patients and carers and an accessible service, through the continued provision of nurse led inpatient and outpatient services. In partnership with the multidisciplinary team, develop and advise highly specialised programme of care for patients, synthesizing complex information whilst comparing a range of options based on the available evidence/best practice, in order to support and empower patients and their carers to make informed choices. Obtain written informed consent for invasive procedures, within Trust guidelines To support the provision of telephone helpline services run from the endoscopy departments by resolving queries referred by them by the admin, nursing or Consultant teams. To provide advice, information and support for those making direct contact with the ERCP service. To be responsible for care delivery to patients identified by the referral and vetting process and meet the needs of patients arising as a result of; Having been referred to participate in ERCP proceduresNeeding to be assessed as fit to undertake ERCP or alternative diagnostic investigationsHaving been identified as requiring further intervention, treatment, surveillance follow up or discharge. The ability to communicate effectively and to disseminate contentious and delicate information appropriately. For example informing patients that they are likely to have cancer in a sensitive and appropriate manner. Provide advice, education, and support and care to post transplant patients. Provide ongoing emotional and psychological support to patient and their families. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Level 1 of the Nursing and Midwifery Council Desirable Possession of Independent and Supplementary Prescriber Qualification Possession of recognised qualification covering physical examination and clinical reasoning Possession of radiology image requesting competency or willingness to work towards this Knowledge and Experience Essential Extensive post registration experience; at least substantial experience in Endoscopy Experience of working with patients with upper GI disease or cancer ideally in an Endoscopy setting Evidence of having been responsible for day-to-day supervision or coordination of staff in a clinical Demonstrates a history of continuing professional development Participation in quality assurance, audit and research. Desirable Able to contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of policies/protocols/guidelines relevant to area of practice. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Level 1 of the Nursing and Midwifery Council Desirable Possession of Independent and Supplementary Prescriber Qualification Possession of recognised qualification covering physical examination and clinical reasoning Possession of radiology image requesting competency or willingness to work towards this Knowledge and Experience Essential Extensive post registration experience; at least substantial experience in Endoscopy Experience of working with patients with upper GI disease or cancer ideally in an Endoscopy setting Evidence of having been responsible for day-to-day supervision or coordination of staff in a clinical Demonstrates a history of continuing professional development Participation in quality assurance, audit and research. Desirable Able to contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of policies/protocols/guidelines relevant to area of practice. 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. 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. 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 Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address GRH/CGH Great Western Road Gloucester GL1 3NN Employer's website https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)