Band 8a - Nurse Endoscopist, Endoscopy

NHS; Stockton-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Stockton-on-Tees is seeking a full-time Nurse Endoscopist to join their team. The role involves performing endoscopic procedures and supporting the management team. Required qualifications include being a registered nurse with advanced clinical skills and relevant education. This position offers flexible working arrangements and is part of a modern and innovative healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• JAG accredited in colonoscopy or working towards it.
• Demonstrable key performance indicators as an endoscopist.
• Experience as a Band 6/7 in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Carry out diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures.
• Administer conscious sedation within agreed protocols.
• Support the Endoscopy Management Team in developing services.

Skills

Advanced clinical skills

Expert knowledge in area of practice

Essential IT skills

Education

Registered nurse with current registration

Degree level in related health care subject

Job description

Overview

This full-time position (37.5 hours per week) offers flexible working Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 6:00pm. The post is band 8a for a fully JAG-accredited Nurse Endoscopist independent in colonoscopy. JAG accreditation in gastroscopy is desirable but not essential. The successful candidate will carry out diagnostic and surveillance endoscopic procedures as well as cover nurse-led clinics. The post may be considered as developmental starting at band 7 with progression to band 8a once knowledge, skills and accreditation are obtained. The Endoscopy service is JAG accredited and based at two sites: Watford General Hospital and Hemel Hempstead Hospital.

The Endoscopy service comprises six state-of-the-art Endoscopy rooms across two sites. We have a well-established team of Nurse Endoscopists working with Gastroenterology Consultants and the wider MDT to deliver a range of services.

Responsibilities

• Carry out diagnostic, therapeutic and surveillance endoscopic procedures as well as cover nurse-led clinics.
• Use advanced clinical skills to assess, diagnose, treat and prescribe care plans for patients.
• Administer conscious sedation/local anaesthesia within agreed protocols in line with the Nurse Prescribers course.
• Interpret screening and diagnostic laboratory tests, evaluate results and revise the care plan where appropriate; consult or refer as needed.
• Support the Endoscopy Management Team in developing the service and improving patient pathways in line with Trust directives for endoscopy services.

Qualifications

Education

• Registered nurse with current registration
• Educated to degree level in related health care subject or equivalent or working towards
• JAG approved endoscopist or demonstrable key performance indicators

Desirable

• JAG train the trainer certificate
• Evidence of Masters level study or progression towards Masters level or equivalent
• Independent non-medical prescriber
• Mentorship module or equivalent

Knowledge

• Evidence of acquisition of relevant skills to meet JAG guidelines
• Expert knowledge in area of practice
• Knowledge of NHS constitutional standards for cancer and routine pathways
• Ability to work as an autonomous clinical practitioner with self-management of own caseload
• Essential IT skills (EITS)

Desirable

• Experience in NHS or similar organisation as a nurse endoscopist
• Knowledge of upper and lower GI cancers and treatment
• Clinic/Patient management in GI setting

Experience

• Experience as a Band 6/7 in a clinical setting or specialist role
• Expert in a range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy techniques
• Experience of managing own caseload of patients

Desirable

• Independent Nurse Endoscopist for lower and/or upper GI procedures
• Recognised management course or equivalent gained through experience

About us

We are building on success with plans for a new Watford hospital and updates to theatres at St Albans City Hospital. We are expanding our award-winning virtual hospital and exploring new models of care, while embracing digital healthcare and partnerships. Staff wellbeing and development are priorities, with a focus on innovation to improve clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together, with values of being empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive.

We offer flexible working options to support work-life balance. Details at www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking.

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a DBS submission is required.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered with all other applications.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration (NHS Careers website for more information).

Employer: West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Hemel Hempstead Hospital, Hemel, HP2 4AD. Employer website: http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk.