Endoscopy Staff Nurse - Huntingdon

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

*** Please note we are only able to accept applications from those with a live NMC registration or UK nursing students awaiting their PIN as we are unable to support OSCE at this time***

The Endoscopy Unit at Hinchingbrooke Hospital is looking to expand its services in order to meet the ever growing demand for endoscopic procedures. We offer a work environment with state of the art facilities and a real commitment to your career.

We are currently recruiting Nurses either with or without Endoscopy experience, to join our dedicated team.

This is an exciting, fast paced and challenging Unit to work on. You need to have a passion for delivering high standards of care, commitment to sharing your knowledge and skills and enthusiasm to help drive our services forward and endoscopy experience would be essential.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidates will be fully supported with personalized development plans to assist in reaching your full potential and career goals. Along with an induction programme which will include supernumerary periods, preceptorship and close support from a named mentor and clinical educator.

If you are a confident and highly motivated individual who is keen to develop your skills through practice and further education and training, and are excited about becoming a member of the Endoscopy Team, then please get in touch.

Fixed Term Secondment contracts available - Full time hours. Working Monday to Saturday and participation on the out of hours bleed on call rota.

About us

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:

Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
Flexible working opportunities;
Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

Date posted

20 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

176-Med-6639099

Job locations

Hinchingbrooke Hospital

Huntington

PE29 6NT

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for information regarding the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for information regarding the role.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

RN Adult NMC registration
Demonstrable evidence of continuing professional development
IT skills

Desirable

Recognised Mentoring/Teaching and Assessing Course

Knowledge

Essential

Basic understanding of Endoscopic Procedures

Desirable

Understanding of Healthcare Governance and audit process

Experience

Essential

Some Knowledge of Gastroenterology/ Endoscopy Speciality
1 Year post registration experience
Understanding of infection prevention and control

Desirable

Experience of mentoring/teaching

Key Skills

Essential

Clinical role model who is committed to providing high standards of patient care
Motivated
Ability to organise and prioritise workload
Demonstrates interest in Endoscopy
Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable

Ability to problem solve, anticipate and forward plan

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

RN Adult NMC registration
Demonstrable evidence of continuing professional development
IT skills

Desirable

Recognised Mentoring/Teaching and Assessing Course

Knowledge

Essential

Basic understanding of Endoscopic Procedures

Desirable

Understanding of Healthcare Governance and audit process

Experience

Essential

Some Knowledge of Gastroenterology/ Endoscopy Speciality
1 Year post registration experience
Understanding of infection prevention and control

Desirable

Experience of mentoring/teaching

Key Skills

Essential

Clinical role model who is committed to providing high standards of patient care
Motivated
Ability to organise and prioritise workload
Demonstrates interest in Endoscopy
Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable

Ability to problem solve, anticipate and forward plan

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).