Job summary
Our JAG accredited Endoscopy Unit at the Chelsea Site is a rewarding place to work. We are renowned for our friendly, innovative and supportive environment.
We provide a range of investigative and therapeutic endoscopy procedures in 4 modern, well equipped endoscopy rooms. We run a 7-day service including out of hours support to the Gastroenterology team for UGI bleeds.
The post holder will work as a team to deliver a high standard of nursing care to patients undergoing endoscopy procedures from pre-assessment, support in procedure rooms to recovery and discharge. We will provide the necessary support to ensure you develop the highly skilled endoscopy techniques.
We are looking for individual who is enthusiastic, confident and highly motivated with good communication skills. The post holder must enjoy working in a fast-paced innovative team environment.
Please see job description and job specification for full list of main duties.
To apply for this role you will need to have a substantial post qualifying experience in Endoscopy or post anaesthetic care recovery.
Main duties of the job
The Nurse will:
To manage and control resources required to provide a high quality endoscopy service.
To assist the endoscopists in performing interventional procedures such as ERCP, EUS, Bronchoscopy, Polypectomy, Stent insertions and dilations etc.
To support Endoscopy in maintaining the Joint advisory Group's (JAG) KPIs, guidelines and accreditation.
Participates in endoscopy oncall rota
To ensure that standards and waiting times are met in order to provide a quality service to patients, relatives and carers and are in accordance with Trust targets.
To ensure that Endoscopy lists are fully utilised and patients are prioritised according to local and national guidelines.
Ensuring that Health and safety Act, COSHH, HTM 2030 regulations and BSG decontamination guidelines are adhered to.
To establish an effective communication network with the multidisciplinary team as well as with patients, relatives and other departments.
To contribute to the Clinical Governance Agenda, ensuring all practice is evidence based and all practice is monitored by audit.To prepare/monitor staff rosters ensuring that this resource is being used efficiently, within the unit budget.
To regularly set the agenda based on information received via the nursing structure of departmental meetings to update staff on developments and information and discuss local and other relevant issues.
About us
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed.
If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful.Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
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To manage and control resources required to provide a high quality endoscopy service.
Ensure the JAG standard are adhered and implemented at all times.
To assist the endoscopists in performing interventional procedures such as ERCP, EUS, Bronchoscopy, Polypectomy, Stent insertions and dilations etc.
To be responsible for the booking of the interventional procedures such as ERCP, EUS, stenting, dilatation etc.
To support Endoscopy in maintaining the Joint advisory Groups (JAG) KPIs, guidelines and accreditation.
Participates in endoscopy oncall rota
To co-ordinate admissions, throughout and activity efficiency and effectively ensure the skill mix is appropriate to meet the service requirements and to provide a high standard of patient care at all times.
To ensure that standards and waiting times are met in order to provide a quality service to patients, relatives and carers and are in accordance with Trust targets.
To ensure that Endoscopy lists are fully utilised and patients are prioritised according to local and national guidelines.
To maintain a safe environment for patients and staff, being aware of hazards and that appropriate action is taken as necessary.
Ensuring that Health and safety Act, COSHH, HTM 2030 regulations and BSG decontamination guidelines are adhered to. To complete risk assessments and ensure correct procedures and safe practices are in place.
To establish an effective communication network with the multidisciplinary team as well as with patients, relatives and other departments. To work in collaboration with the wards and departments especially the Endoscopy Decontamination Unit (EDU).
To contribute to the Clinical Governance Agenda, ensuring all practice is evidence based and all practice is monitored by audit.
To be responsible for maintaining and monitoring consumable items for the clinical areas, ensuring efficient and economical use of resources with allocated budget.
To prepare/monitor staff rosters ensuring that this resource is being used efficiently, within the unit budget. To meet the service needs by co-ordinating the staff establishment and implementing changes to the rota as required.
To regularly set the agenda based on information received via the nursing structure of departmental meetings to update staff on developments and information and discuss local and other relevant issues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
-
To manage and control resources required to provide a high quality endoscopy service.
Ensure the JAG standard are adhered and implemented at all times.
To assist the endoscopists in performing interventional procedures such as ERCP, EUS, Bronchoscopy, Polypectomy, Stent insertions and dilations etc.
To be responsible for the booking of the interventional procedures such as ERCP, EUS, stenting, dilatation etc.
To support Endoscopy in maintaining the Joint advisory Groups (JAG) KPIs, guidelines and accreditation.
Participates in endoscopy oncall rota
To co-ordinate admissions, throughout and activity efficiency and effectively ensure the skill mix is appropriate to meet the service requirements and to provide a high standard of patient care at all times.
To ensure that standards and waiting times are met in order to provide a quality service to patients, relatives and carers and are in accordance with Trust targets.
To ensure that Endoscopy lists are fully utilised and patients are prioritised according to local and national guidelines.
To maintain a safe environment for patients and staff, being aware of hazards and that appropriate action is taken as necessary.
Ensuring that Health and safety Act, COSHH, HTM 2030 regulations and BSG decontamination guidelines are adhered to. To complete risk assessments and ensure correct procedures and safe practices are in place.
To establish an effective communication network with the multidisciplinary team as well as with patients, relatives and other departments. To work in collaboration with the wards and departments especially the Endoscopy Decontamination Unit (EDU).
To contribute to the Clinical Governance Agenda, ensuring all practice is evidence based and all practice is monitored by audit.
To be responsible for maintaining and monitoring consumable items for the clinical areas, ensuring efficient and economical use of resources with allocated budget.
To prepare/monitor staff rosters ensuring that this resource is being used efficiently, within the unit budget. To meet the service needs by co-ordinating the staff establishment and implementing changes to the rota as required.
To regularly set the agenda based on information received via the nursing structure of departmental meetings to update staff on developments and information and discuss local and other relevant issues.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- RGN adult nursing
- Evidence of recent and on-going professional development
Desirable
- Principles of Endoscopy/Gastroenterology
- Mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience working in an acute hospital setting
- Post anaesthetic (GA) Recovery experience
- Extensive Endoscopy experience of more than 3 year
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of commitment to patient care initiatives
- Able to assist in interventional procedures like ERCP, EUS
- Insight into the designated clinical area
- Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise workload
- Knowledge of NMC code of professional conduct
Desirable
- Effective teaching and/or mentorship skills
- Awareness of NHS and professional issues relating to speciality
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- RGN adult nursing
- Evidence of recent and on-going professional development
Desirable
- Principles of Endoscopy/Gastroenterology
- Mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience working in an acute hospital setting
- Post anaesthetic (GA) Recovery experience
- Extensive Endoscopy experience of more than 3 year
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of commitment to patient care initiatives
- Able to assist in interventional procedures like ERCP, EUS
- Insight into the designated clinical area
- Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise workload
- Knowledge of NMC code of professional conduct
Desirable
- Effective teaching and/or mentorship skills
- Awareness of NHS and professional issues relating to speciality
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).