Endoscopy Staff Nurse: Patient Care & Procedures

Wirral University Teaching Hospital Nhs Foundation Trust; Wirral; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Wirral is looking for a Registered Nurse to join our busy Endoscopy Team. Experience in Endoscopy is desirable but not essential.

The unit is a modern, 7-room, JAG-accredited facility performing thousands of procedures each year. You will support consultants and nurse endoscopists, assist during procedures, and care for patients before, during and after.

Qualifications

• 1st Level NMC Registration
• Evidence of Professional Development
• Suitable for newly qualified or experienced staff nurse
• Experience of maintaining accurate records
• Relevant clinical knowledge and experience

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of the nursing care for a named caseload of patients, including their property and valuables
• Assist in creating a therapeutic environment which meets the needs of patients, relatives and carers
• Adhere to Wirral Hospital objectives, policies, protocols and guidelines
• Liaise with other members of the multidisciplinary team
• Contribute to promoting a critical, analytical approach to the delivery of care and implementation of change
• Participate in audits
• Continuously update own skills and knowledge and maintain awareness of clinical issues
• In the absence of the Ward/Departmental Manager or their deputy, act as shift coordinator
• Act as a preceptor, Practice Assessor/Supervisor and/or NVQ assessor to junior staff and students
• Supervise and lead a team of junior staff.

Skills

NMC Registration

Professional Development

Teamwork

Communication

Record Keeping

Clinical Knowledge

Education

Nursing Degree

Job description

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Wirral is looking for a Registered Nurse to join our busy Endoscopy Team. Experience in Endoscopy is desirable but not essential.

The unit is a modern, 7-room, JAG-accredited facility performing thousands of procedures each year. You will support consultants and nurse endoscopists, assist during procedures, and care for patients before, during and after.