Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 4 Registered Nurse Associate to join the endoscopy team at York Hospital. We are looking for a dynamic, motivated and compassionate Nursing Associate to join our fabulous team, who in turn will ensure that you are supported in a friendly and progressive environment. You will receive a comprehensive training package, internal and external training and ongoing support from the clinical educator team.
York Endoscopy is a new, state of the art 7 procedure roomed unit. The unit provides a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as, ERCP, EBUS/bronchoscopy, Bowel Cancer screening, oesophageal manometry, colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, TNE, gastroscopy, oesophageal and colonic stenting, small bowel and colon capsule and an out of hours GI bleed service, which you will take part in once competent. Our aim to provide the highest quality of patient care ensuring patients privacy and dignity is maintained at all times.
The unit is currently applying for JAG accreditation so there has never been a better time to join the team.
Hours of working Monday to Sunday 8am-8pm. These hours are subject to review to meet the needs of the service.
Full time position 37.5 hours and part time position of 11 hours Available.
Main duties of the job
The Endoscopy Nursing Associate role will be varied covering all areas in the department.
From completing pre-assessment and patient admissions to assisting with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
We recover patients and ensure a full discharge is completed post procedure. Working within the Trust Values, policies and Guidelines.
The position requires an out of hours on-call commitment. Staff will initially buddy up with experienced nurses to develop their competence.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
- Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
- NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
- An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree achieved through recognised Nursing Associate training programme
- A minimum of C grade GCSE or equivalent, in English and Maths
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Two years previous experience working and communicating with the public in a health/social care/educational setting or gained through recognised Nursing Associate training programme
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team worked in and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
- Understanding of how to apply evidence based practice to ensure high quality care for patient's
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree achieved through recognised Nursing Associate training programme
- A minimum of C grade GCSE or equivalent, in English and Maths
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Two years previous experience working and communicating with the public in a health/social care/educational setting or gained through recognised Nursing Associate training programme
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team worked in and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
- Understanding of how to apply evidence based practice to ensure high quality care for patient's
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).
