Job summary
Introducing our award winning Endoscopy Unit!
Are you an experienced Endoscopy Nurse looking to take a next step and progress into management and beyond?
Come and join the biggest and busiest Endoscopy department in the country!
We are looking to recruit a Sister/Charge Nurse to take the lead of our Endoscopy Unit as we continue to provide excellent patient care.
The Endoscopy Unit at NNUH operates Monday to Friday 8am-6pm; the post holder will be expected to support the on-call service and be part of the clinical numbers when needed (2-3 times per month) but you will not be expected to work nights/weekends or bank holidays as part of your standard week.
Our state of the art Quadram Institute was the result of a huge investment into our Endoscopy services, meaning we can now carry out 40,000 procedures each year, making NNUH home to the largest Endoscopy Unit in Europe. The Unit is responsible for diagnosing and treating patients with a range of upper and lower Gastrointestinal problems. Our Endoscopy service comprises a mixture of lists, including therapeutic, diagnostic, inpatient and emergency on-call, taking place across our 13 room capacity between the main NNUH site and Quadram Institute.
**There is a £3000 welcome bonus for the successful candidate**
Main duties of the job
The Sister/Charge Nurse plays a pivotal role in managing of the Endoscopy service. You will support and work alongside a Nursing team of around 100 staff, including the lead Nurse, Nurse Endoscopists, Clinical Educators, Assistant Practitioners and Health Care Assistants, as well as the wider multidisciplinary teams.
You will be expected to work alongside the Endoscopy leadership team to maintain JAG (Joint Advisory Group) compliance and input with accreditation when necessary. You will be required to give support and advice where necessary to the Endoscopy Academy of which the NNUH is the host hospital for the region.
NNUH is also a centre for the National Bowel Cancer Screening Programmes and we are a centre of excellence for Endoscopy training, offering approved courses for doctors and nurses.
This position is for full time hours - 37.5 hours per week, however part time/flexible working can be discussed.
About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
- Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will report to Lead Nurse Tracy Mcdonnell and will be supported in post, working alongside and shadowing another Band 7, to learn the ropes. You will work through trust competencies, and if not already completed, you will work towards JAG and JETS Workforce competencies.
Managing the day-to-day running of the unit will involve duties such as:
- Line management and recruitment of staff, working alongside the other Sister/Charge Nurse in the team and with the support of the Lead Nurse.
- Ongoing support and education of staff
- Clinical leadership and expertise in the field
- Managing lists with the booking team
Please view the attached job description for full details of the role!
We are seeking a candidate who demonstrates outstanding communication skills, first-rate organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively and efficiently in a fast paced work environment.
Please see the attached job description for full details and main responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will report to Lead Nurse Tracy Mcdonnell and will be supported in post, working alongside and shadowing another Band 7, to learn the ropes. You will work through trust competencies, and if not already completed, you will work towards JAG and JETS Workforce competencies.
Managing the day-to-day running of the unit will involve duties such as:
- Line management and recruitment of staff, working alongside the other Sister/Charge Nurse in the team and with the support of the Lead Nurse.
- Ongoing support and education of staff
- Clinical leadership and expertise in the field
- Managing lists with the booking team
Please view the attached job description for full details of the role!
We are seeking a candidate who demonstrates outstanding communication skills, first-rate organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively and efficiently in a fast paced work environment.
Please see the attached job description for full details and main responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications/training and professional development
Essential
- Registered Nurse on appropriate part of the NMC Register
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development and maintenance of a Personal and Professional Profile
- Relevant specialist course
- Working towards a relevant degree, or equivalent experience
- Continual update of KSF evidence/portfolio
Desirable
- Mentorship preparation programme if applicable to clinical area
- Management qualification or evidence of management development.
Experience
Essential
- Extensive post registration experience including significant experience within relevant speciality at Band 6 or equivalent
- Experience of managing/leading a team and co-ordinating workload
- Experience of mentoring, supervision and teaching and assessment
Skills, abilities and knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
- Evidence of participation in clinical audit/ patient review
- Management and leadership skills
- Highly developed organisational skills
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in project management
- Resource and financial management skills
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
Person Specification
Qualifications/training and professional development
Essential
- Registered Nurse on appropriate part of the NMC Register
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development and maintenance of a Personal and Professional Profile
- Relevant specialist course
- Working towards a relevant degree, or equivalent experience
- Continual update of KSF evidence/portfolio
Desirable
- Mentorship preparation programme if applicable to clinical area
- Management qualification or evidence of management development.
Experience
Essential
- Extensive post registration experience including significant experience within relevant speciality at Band 6 or equivalent
- Experience of managing/leading a team and co-ordinating workload
- Experience of mentoring, supervision and teaching and assessment
Skills, abilities and knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
- Evidence of participation in clinical audit/ patient review
- Management and leadership skills
- Highly developed organisational skills
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in project management
- Resource and financial management skills
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
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.
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.
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).
