Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the dynamic team on the Saxon Suite
Saxon Suite is a new Gastroenterology day case suite , caring for patients with a wide variety of conditions effecting the gastrointestinal system. Diseases and illness effecting this system cross age, ethnicity and social background so you will experience caring for the younger adult as well as those more senior in years.
As part of the small friendly team you will play a vital role in delivering individualised treatment plans to patients who have been referred to the suite. You will receive relevant training and competence from the speciality doctor overseeing the unit. You will develop management skills managing junior staff under the supervision of the band 7 and will be instrumental in progressing the service to it's full potential.
Main duties of the job
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our team on the Saxon Suite. We need someone who can provide leadership ensuring the day to day running of the unit. You will need to manipulate staff rosters in order to ensure adequate staff and skills are on duty at all times, and provide support with training needs. It is expected that you will act as a deputy to the band 7unit in the near future. You must be able to communicate at all levels, and be a strong patient advocate. The position involves working a flexible pattern over a 5 day service Monday to Friday 8-18:00
You will have the potential to receive training and competence in a number of new skills such as, venesection, Ascitic taps, hydrogen breath testing, fibro scanning and nurse led paracentesis. You will be involved in specialised MDTs and discussion with the wider MDT team to provide holistic care to the patient.
What we're looking for
The ideal candidate will have recent experience of working within the medical setting. He/she will have experience of multidisciplinary working and will demonstrate excellent communication skills. You must be enthusiastic in helping to lead the team and develop the service and continue to achieve high standards in audit. A teaching and assessing qualification is essential.
About us
What's the hospital like?
Pilgrim Hospital is situated in beautiful countryside and serves the communities in the South Lincolnshire area. It provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.
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Lincoln Hospital is a thriving university city, and with the opening of the new medical school, it provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service. This district general hospital serves the city of Lincoln and the North Lincolnshire area. It provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.
Louth Hospital is set on the edge of the Wolds and serves the communities of Louth and the local area. It provides a number of services, including an outpatient department, diagnostic and surgical procedures, as well as a surgical ward.
If you want to make a difference and be part of something new and exciting, we would love to hear from you. So, what are you waiting for?!
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Job description
Job responsibilities
What should you do next?
Have a look at the job description, and if you like what you see, then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
What should you do next?
Have a look at the job description, and if you like what you see, then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Level 1
- Teaching certificate - ENB 998 or equivalent
Desirable
- Evidence of former professional development.
- Appraisal Training
- Gastroenterology/medical clinical experience and knowledge
Expereince
Essential
- Broad based clinical background and strong professional knowledge
- Evidence of teaching in clinical practice
- Previous experience in nursing patients
- Team leader or people management experience.
Desirable
- Experience of implementing change.
- Link Nurse Ambassador role
- Experience within the field of Gastroenterology
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrate strong leadership skills
- Able to demonstrate a flexible approach to the provision of holistic, clinically effective care.
- Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework.
Desirable
- IT skills
- Willing to undertake expanded practice roles as required
- Undertaken the four HR training courses, recruitment and selection etc.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Level 1
- Teaching certificate - ENB 998 or equivalent
Desirable
- Evidence of former professional development.
- Appraisal Training
- Gastroenterology/medical clinical experience and knowledge
Expereince
Essential
- Broad based clinical background and strong professional knowledge
- Evidence of teaching in clinical practice
- Previous experience in nursing patients
- Team leader or people management experience.
Desirable
- Experience of implementing change.
- Link Nurse Ambassador role
- Experience within the field of Gastroenterology
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrate strong leadership skills
- Able to demonstrate a flexible approach to the provision of holistic, clinically effective care.
- Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework.
Desirable
- IT skills
- Willing to undertake expanded practice roles as required
- Undertaken the four HR training courses, recruitment and selection etc.
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).
