Endoscopy Registered Pre-Assessment Nurse

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Exeter; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension

Cycle to work scheme

Discount schemes

Job summary

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a part-time Pre-Assessment Nurse (Band 5) in Exeter, to deliver specialist nursing care for patients undergoing pre-assessment for endoscopy and other procedures.

The role covers coordinating patients through the pre-assessment pathway, ensuring readiness for admission and maintaining high standards of care, with support from team leaders and access to external training.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with current NMC registration.
• Experience in pre-assessment or endoscopy settings preferred.
• Ability to coordinate pathways and prepare patients for admission.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist nursing care for pre-assessment patients.
• Coordinate patients through their pre-assessment pathway.
• Support training and development as part of the team.

Skills

NMC registration

Pre-assessment experience

Patient-centred care

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

NHS computer systems

Job description

The Pre-Assessment Nurse is responsible for delivering specialist nursing expertise and evidence-based, patient-centred care to patients undergoing pre-assessment for endoscopy and other specified procedures. The role involves coordinating patients throughout their pre-assessment pathway, ensuring they are appropriately prepared for admission and treatment while maintaining high standards of clinical care and patient experience., An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time Band 5 Registered nurse who is interested in expanding their skills and working as a pre-assessment nurse preparing patients for endoscopic procedures. The endoscopy unit currently has five procedure rooms in Exeter and three procedure rooms based at the Tiverton community hospital site. These deliver a range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures in the specialties of Gastro-intestinal medicine and surgery, Colo-rectal surgery, Respiratory medicine and Urology. We are seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, highly motivated and adaptable people who are committed to providing the highest standards of care for our patients. The post is based off the main hospital site at Osprey House which is situated opposite the Nightingale Hospital on the Sowton industrial estate. Successful applicants will be supported by our team leaders with a programme of training and external courses. Working Pattern: 37.5 hours, Monday-Friday 1x 07:30-18:30, 1x 07:30-18:00 & 2x 08:00-18:00
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust., Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people's own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC). Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you are starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there. Salary is not the only financial benefit You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available - if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.