Job summary
PLEASE NOTE: if you are a student qualifying in Spring 2025, please be aware that we have concluded our NQ Nursing campaign and are unable to accept any additional applications at this time.
Endoscopy Pre-Assessment Nurse Band 5 37.5 hours per week
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work in the pre-assessment service within the endoscopy unit in Swindon. We are a friendly team with good ambition to progress the service further. We offer full induction to the unit and will support you in your training and to discovering how great Endoscopy is.
The future is bright for the Endoscopy department with a new CDC being constructed in West Swindon. Successful candidates will be expected to work at both sites.
Please contact the unit on 01793 604523 if you have any questions.
Main duties of the job
Working as part of the Endoscopy Team the post holder will provide education to patients and health care personnel on all endoscopy procedures. They will provide specialist nursing expertise, act as a resource and be expected to exhibit specific knowledge in the management of disorders of the Upper and Lower gastrointestinal tract.
The Endoscopy Pre assessment Nurse will host telephone and face to face pre assessment clinics for patients requiring endoscopic procedures. This will involve giving clear guidance on bowel preparation and advice to the patient on their diet pre and post procedure.
You will need to address any issues that may arise prior to the patient attending for their endoscopy procedures such as the management of the patient's medications and assessing any pre-existing medical conditions which could impact their endoscopic procedure.
About us
Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a skilled member of the team you will develop and maintain good patient care, organisational skills and assist in the provision of a high level of care. It is essential that the post holder can work within a diverse, multidisciplinary team providing autonomous decision making and be aware of their limitations in accordance with NMC. These clinics aim to enhance the patient's endoscopy experience from referral through to discharge, particularly by putting the patients mind at ease by answering any questions and dealing with any concerns.
Please see attached job description for full details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a skilled member of the team you will develop and maintain good patient care, organisational skills and assist in the provision of a high level of care. It is essential that the post holder can work within a diverse, multidisciplinary team providing autonomous decision making and be aware of their limitations in accordance with NMC. These clinics aim to enhance the patient's endoscopy experience from referral through to discharge, particularly by putting the patients mind at ease by answering any questions and dealing with any concerns.
Please see attached job description for full details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First Level Registered Nurse
- Current/live registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Diploma/Degree qualification
- Teaching/Assessor Qualification e.g. ENB 998 or equivalent
- Qualification or experience in teaching and assessing
- Leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience nursing patients in an acute setting
- Working within a multi-disciplinary team environment
- Experience within a range of patient/client care groups
- Post-registration experience
- Experience working in an endoscopy setting
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to document details clearly and accurately
- Good interpersonal skills and is able to deal with difficult/sensitive situations
- Ability to prioritise and organise own workload
- IT Literate
- Willingness to undertake training and assessment for further clinical skills
Desirable
- An understanding of JAG/GRS and the accreditation process
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First Level Registered Nurse
- Current/live registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Diploma/Degree qualification
- Teaching/Assessor Qualification e.g. ENB 998 or equivalent
- Qualification or experience in teaching and assessing
- Leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience nursing patients in an acute setting
- Working within a multi-disciplinary team environment
- Experience within a range of patient/client care groups
- Post-registration experience
- Experience working in an endoscopy setting
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to document details clearly and accurately
- Good interpersonal skills and is able to deal with difficult/sensitive situations
- Ability to prioritise and organise own workload
- IT Literate
- Willingness to undertake training and assessment for further clinical skills
Desirable
- An understanding of JAG/GRS and the accreditation process
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).
