An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Nurse to join our busy Endoscopy Team. Experience of working in Endoscopy is desirable but not essential.
The Unit is a modern, well equipped, 7 room, JAG accredited Endoscopy Unit. A capital build to improve on existing facilities was completed in September 2014. Our Endoscopy Unit performs in excess of 17,000 procedures per annum across a full range of gastrointestinal and respiratory endoscopy.
The successful candidate will support the Consultant Gastroenterologists, Consultant Surgeons and our team of nurse endoscopists to provide safe care and treatment for patients during their time on the Unit.
This will involve assisting the endoscopist during endoscopic procedures and caring for patients before, during and after their procedures.
Main duties of the job
* Take responsibility for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of the nursing care for a named caseload of patients, including their property and valuables
* Assist in creating a therapeutic environment which meets the needs of patients, relatives and carers
* Adhere to Wirral Hospital objectives, policies, protocols and guidelines
* Liaise with other members of the multidisciplinary team
* Contribute to promoting a critical, analytical approach to the delivery of care and implementation of change
* Participate in audits
* Continuously update own skills and knowledge and maintain awareness of clinical issues
* In the absence of the Ward/Departmental Manager or their deputy, act as shift coordinator
* Act as a preceptor, Practice Assessor/Supervisor and/or NVQ assessor to junior staff and students
* Supervise and lead a team of junior staff
Job description
Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential
* 1st Level NMC Registration
* Evidence of Professional Development
* Suitable for newly qualified or experienced staff nurse
* Experience of maintaining accurate records
* Relevant clinical knowledge and experience
Desirable
* Act as a practice supervisor
* Willing to undertake Practice Assessor Training
* Relevant Degree or willing to register to work towards degree
* Relevant or willingness to undertake relevant module/course
* NHS Experience
* Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
* Awareness of evidence based practice
* Good organisational/time management skills
* Ability to deal with an acute workload
* Good communication skills written and verbal
* Ability to recognise the importance of team work
* Competent in organising/prioritising own workload and that of others
* Ability to communicate confidently and effectively at all levels
* Ability to problem solve
* Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communicator (verbal and written), Able to deal with conflict, Able to support and advise the team, Act as a positive role model
Desirable
* Teaching Experience: Student nurse assessor, Evidence of ability to act as a preceptor/mentor to new staff, Evidence of involvement in producing teaching strategies/packages
* Managerial/Clinical Skills: Relevant clinical knowledge/experience of the specialty, Evidence of an initiative which has changed or enhanced clinical practice, Competent in organizing own workload and that of others
* Good problem solving abilities
* Good time management
* Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment
Personal Attributes
Essential
* Self-motivated
* Enthusiastic
* Self-Confident
* Ability to be sensitive and empathic
* Recognises own development needs and able to set personal objectives
* Has identified methods of dealing effectively under pressure
* Good patient experience and communication
* Supporting safe patient care
* Maintain own competence
* Embrace the Core Values: Communicate formally on first contact, Deal with everyone in a polite, friendly and welcoming manner, Ensure all communications are open, honest and accurate, Value people's time and protect it as much as possible, Make an environment friendly and safe for all, Listen to what people say and take appropriate action
Desirable
* Act as a positive role model
* Ability to deal with conflict
Employer details
Employer name
Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Arrowe Park Hospital
Arrowe Park Road
Wirral
CH49 5PE
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