Job summary
To care for all patients undergoing endoscopic procedures.
To support the endoscopy nurse manager in the running of the endoscopy unit & to deputise for the endoscopy nurse manager in her absence.
To work with the endoscopy nurse manager in leading a multidisciplinary team in providing a quality service to all patients and their carers.
To act as a resource and assist in organising the supervision, preceptorship and development of staff and students.
Main duties of the job
- To supervise and manage staff providing care in the clinical area.
- To ensure adequate staff deployment and skill mix in both clinical and administrative areas, including strategies for staff retention.
- To be responsible for overseeing completion of the weekly off-duty.
- To promote and manage team building.
- To monitor and record sickness and absence in accordance with Trust policy.
- To assist the endoscopist during procedures.
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To maintain clinical and professional responsibilities within the unit.
- To liaise effectively with the multidisciplinary team and other departments.
- To represent the unit at relevant meetings in the absence of the endoscopy nurse manager.
- To act as an advocate for patients, relatives and staff.
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To achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.
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To participate in emergency out of hours on call service.
- To act as a resource and assist in organising the supervision, preceptorship and development of staff and students.
About us
Join us at UHSussex, every day is different, you can be the change, better never stops
At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Improving lives: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves
Build a career with us: As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are a JAG accredited endoscopy unit, providing an acute service in Brighton and Hove and the surrounding area, for patients requiring diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. We are developing our endoscopy service at the Princess Royal site in Hayward's Heath, and, as this development evolves, you will have the opportunity to work across both sites. At the Royal Sussex County site we also provide a 24 hour on call service.
We are looking for a forward thinking nurse with a can do attitude. You will be an excellent role model who takes pride in their work and supports the development of the service. You will be working with patients and their carers/relatives, with the immediate and wider multidisciplinary teams, and with other services and service users, so you will need to possess excellent communication skills .
We are a friendly, supportive team who strive to provide a high standard of care. Education is a priority in endoscopy and if you are successful you will be assisted by our team of practice educators to support your professional development.
We have two practice educators and a comprehensive training package, to ensure that you are able to function to the highest standard.
Please read the attached job description for full details of the main responsibilities and expectations for this role
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are a JAG accredited endoscopy unit, providing an acute service in Brighton and Hove and the surrounding area, for patients requiring diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. We are developing our endoscopy service at the Princess Royal site in Hayward's Heath, and, as this development evolves, you will have the opportunity to work across both sites. At the Royal Sussex County site we also provide a 24 hour on call service.
We are looking for a forward thinking nurse with a can do attitude. You will be an excellent role model who takes pride in their work and supports the development of the service. You will be working with patients and their carers/relatives, with the immediate and wider multidisciplinary teams, and with other services and service users, so you will need to possess excellent communication skills .
We are a friendly, supportive team who strive to provide a high standard of care. Education is a priority in endoscopy and if you are successful you will be assisted by our team of practice educators to support your professional development.
We have two practice educators and a comprehensive training package, to ensure that you are able to function to the highest standard.
Please read the attached job description for full details of the main responsibilities and expectations for this role
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Current NMC registration
- Substantial endoscopy experience
- Venepuncture & Cannulation
- Teaching & assessing / mentoring - working towards
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Current NMC registration
- Substantial endoscopy experience
- Venepuncture & Cannulation
- Teaching & assessing / mentoring - working towards
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).
