Job summary
An exciting training opportunity has arisen for a motivated practitioner to join our Nurse Endoscopist team at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.
This is a trainee Band 6 post where there is an opportunity for a Specialist Clinical Endoscopist to undertake Master's level training and competency based assessment to enable them to function as a Band 7 Clinical Endoscopist on successful completion of a JAG accredited endoscopy training course.
You should have extensive experience in endoscopy/gastroenterology and training will be provided to complete the necessary qualifications to become a JAG accredited Clinical Endoscopist. The role of the Clinical Endoscopist provides the opportunity for a motivated individual to enhance and develop their knowledge and endoscopy skills, with full support from the wider team.
You will be working across our busy endoscopy units, both within the Trust Hospitals and the UHL in the Community Hospitals and, once working independently, will expected to work a flexible shift pattern to cover weekdays, some weekends and evening lists.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic practitioner to join our Clinical Endoscopist Team. You will be an autonomous independent practitioner at the forefront of their speciality and profession, which will be used as the basis for original thinking, providing senior clinical expertise, excellence, leadership and development.
You will eventually manage your own caseload of patients undertaking gastroscopy or flexible sigmoidoscopy/colonoscopy procedures to a JAG accredited standard depending on the needs of the service. The post holder will be expected to undertake the NHS England Clinical Endoscopist Training Programme (Level 6 or 7) and potential applicants are strongly advised to research what is to be undertaken.
The role will provide support, expert advice, information, coaching, supervision, education and management to other staff as well as within the wider corporate and multi-disciplinary teams. The post holder will act as an excellent clinical role model and work continuously to improve clinical care standards in line with the clinical governance framework, assisting in aspects of audit in relation to both local and national criteria set of the development of Endoscopy Units including JAG and GRS requirements.
We offer a bespoke training package with a view to the successful applicant being a fully trained Clinical Endoscopist (including Independent Prescribing module) and all endoscopy modalities within a 5 year period.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Undertake and develop the role of Nurse/Clinical Endoscopist performing diagnostic and therapeutic upper and/or lower GI procedures within agreed protocols, including the administration of intravenous sedation or Entonox.
- Assist in the Nurse/Clinical Endoscopist-led telephone triage service as part of the wider transformation project for the 2WW lower gastrointestinal pathway.
- Ensure patients are suitable for clinical endoscopy. Discuss and inform the patient of indication for investigation and obtain informed consent through discussion, in accordance with UHL guidelines (local training programme available). Ensure all risks and benefits are understood, possible additional procedures are explained clearly and choice offered in relation to sedation/Entonox.
- Maintain accurate and legible medical and nursing records and ensure update of the endoscopy reporting system.
- Work in collaboration with the Service Manager, Clinicians, Matron, Lead Nurse Endoscopist and other Clinical/Nurse Endoscopists on service strategy and development.
- Exercise professional accountability for management of a caseload of patients as appropriate within the speciality, delivering individualised and personalised care. Establish and run Nurse/Clinical Endoscopist-led outpatient clinics working alongside clinicians.
- Develop, implement and regularly review treatment plans for all patients accessing the specialist clinical/nursing service. Establish and maintain a supportive relationship with the patient and family during their treatment and care.
- Improve patient access to the specialist service by providing prompt early assessment, support, advice and implementation of treatments appropriate to the clinical condition.
- Develop in depth specialist clinical knowledge, skills and innovative practice in the specialist area, ensuring the delivery of appropriate care and advanced practice. Act as a source of referral to members of the MDT, other health professionals within the Trust and beyond.
- Promote high quality clinical care ensuring the use of evidence-based practice and clinical standards. Ensure that local / national guidelines & policies are disseminated and adopted within the speciality. Promote a culture of innovation and change to meet service need.
- Develop, review and update protocols for the Nurse/Clinical Endoscopist-led service. Develop and influence policy-making and clinical guidelines internally and externally.
- Participate fully in audit and research activities to ensure appropriate, safe and evidence-based practice, both independently and in collaboration with lead clinicians.
- Promote the speciality by publishing and presenting innovations and research findings locally and nationally.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Undertake and develop the role of Nurse/Clinical Endoscopist performing diagnostic and therapeutic upper and/or lower GI procedures within agreed protocols, including the administration of intravenous sedation or Entonox.
- Assist in the Nurse/Clinical Endoscopist-led telephone triage service as part of the wider transformation project for the 2WW lower gastrointestinal pathway.
- Ensure patients are suitable for clinical endoscopy. Discuss and inform the patient of indication for investigation and obtain informed consent through discussion, in accordance with UHL guidelines (local training programme available). Ensure all risks and benefits are understood, possible additional procedures are explained clearly and choice offered in relation to sedation/Entonox.
- Maintain accurate and legible medical and nursing records and ensure update of the endoscopy reporting system.
- Work in collaboration with the Service Manager, Clinicians, Matron, Lead Nurse Endoscopist and other Clinical/Nurse Endoscopists on service strategy and development.
- Exercise professional accountability for management of a caseload of patients as appropriate within the speciality, delivering individualised and personalised care. Establish and run Nurse/Clinical Endoscopist-led outpatient clinics working alongside clinicians.
- Develop, implement and regularly review treatment plans for all patients accessing the specialist clinical/nursing service. Establish and maintain a supportive relationship with the patient and family during their treatment and care.
- Improve patient access to the specialist service by providing prompt early assessment, support, advice and implementation of treatments appropriate to the clinical condition.
- Develop in depth specialist clinical knowledge, skills and innovative practice in the specialist area, ensuring the delivery of appropriate care and advanced practice. Act as a source of referral to members of the MDT, other health professionals within the Trust and beyond.
- Promote high quality clinical care ensuring the use of evidence-based practice and clinical standards. Ensure that local / national guidelines & policies are disseminated and adopted within the speciality. Promote a culture of innovation and change to meet service need.
- Develop, review and update protocols for the Nurse/Clinical Endoscopist-led service. Develop and influence policy-making and clinical guidelines internally and externally.
- Participate fully in audit and research activities to ensure appropriate, safe and evidence-based practice, both independently and in collaboration with lead clinicians.
- Promote the speciality by publishing and presenting innovations and research findings locally and nationally.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered healthcare professional
- Evidence of Post registration Educational Continuing development
- Desire to undertake Clinical Endoscopist Training Programme
Desirable
- Degree in nursing or health related subject
- Relevant teaching qualification
- Clinical Leadership Programme
- Trained 1st Assistant for insertion of PEGs
- Non-medical prescribers course or equivalent, or working towards this
- IRMER Trained
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in Endoscopy/Gastroenterology (minimum 2 years)
- In-depth knowledge of issues and developments within Endoscopy service
- Evidence of innovation and achievements in Clinical Practice
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Able to maintain accurate patient records
- Able to present factual written and verbal information and deal with questions
- Understands the importance of team working and their role within of the Multi- Disciplinary team
Leadership and Education
Essential
- Ability to prioritise
- Use initiative and has the ability to lead and co-ordinate workload
- Dynamic individual
- Good verbal and written skills
- Able to influence other professional groups
- Effective Communicator and negotiator
- Acts as a Clinical Role model and Support for all Multi-disciplinary learners within the ward or unit
- Computer literate
Desirable
- Evidence of successful change management
- Previous leadership role within specialist area
Skills
Essential
- High level of clinical expertise
- Good understanding of clinical governance
- Knowledge of current national developments in provision of Endoscopy Services or screening programmes
- Proven IT skills including NHS systems
- Participates in formal and informal teaching
- Recognises own limitations
Desirable
- Experience of Patient and Public Involvement in Service Delivery
- Venepuncture and cannulation skills (1 point each)
- Audit experience/research skills
- Training in breaking bad news
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of efficient and effective use of resources where the workload can be unpredictable
- Demonstrates the ability to prioritise and implement and use new ways of working
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Weekend working
- Cross site working (including UHL and the UHL in the Community Hospitals)
- Flexible hours to suit the needs of the service
- Evening working
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered healthcare professional
- Evidence of Post registration Educational Continuing development
- Desire to undertake Clinical Endoscopist Training Programme
Desirable
- Degree in nursing or health related subject
- Relevant teaching qualification
- Clinical Leadership Programme
- Trained 1st Assistant for insertion of PEGs
- Non-medical prescribers course or equivalent, or working towards this
- IRMER Trained
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in Endoscopy/Gastroenterology (minimum 2 years)
- In-depth knowledge of issues and developments within Endoscopy service
- Evidence of innovation and achievements in Clinical Practice
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Able to maintain accurate patient records
- Able to present factual written and verbal information and deal with questions
- Understands the importance of team working and their role within of the Multi- Disciplinary team
Leadership and Education
Essential
- Ability to prioritise
- Use initiative and has the ability to lead and co-ordinate workload
- Dynamic individual
- Good verbal and written skills
- Able to influence other professional groups
- Effective Communicator and negotiator
- Acts as a Clinical Role model and Support for all Multi-disciplinary learners within the ward or unit
- Computer literate
Desirable
- Evidence of successful change management
- Previous leadership role within specialist area
Skills
Essential
- High level of clinical expertise
- Good understanding of clinical governance
- Knowledge of current national developments in provision of Endoscopy Services or screening programmes
- Proven IT skills including NHS systems
- Participates in formal and informal teaching
- Recognises own limitations
Desirable
- Experience of Patient and Public Involvement in Service Delivery
- Venepuncture and cannulation skills (1 point each)
- Audit experience/research skills
- Training in breaking bad news
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of efficient and effective use of resources where the workload can be unpredictable
- Demonstrates the ability to prioritise and implement and use new ways of working
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Weekend working
- Cross site working (including UHL and the UHL in the Community Hospitals)
- Flexible hours to suit the needs of the service
- Evening working
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).
