Staff Nurse - Endoscopy

NHS National Services Scotland; Ayr; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is seeking a motivated Staff Nurse for the Endoscopy Unit at University Hospital Ayr. This role involves working collaboratively within a caring environment, ensuring high-quality patient care during their endoscopic journey. A comprehensive mentorship program is available to support your professional development.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with a genuine interest in caring for patients with gastrointestinal, biliary and respiratory disorders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Surgical Directorate in the Endoscopy Unit.
• Accountable for clinical decision making and treatment of a delegated case load.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Current NMC registration

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Who we are:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)

Position

An opportunity has arisen for a Staff Nurse - within the endoscopy team at University Hospital Ayr

What you will do:

You will work within the Surgical Directorate within the Endoscopy Unit and is employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran, General Hospital – making them accountable for all clinical decision making undertaken and for all clinical assessment and treatment of a delegated case load.

Applications are invited from motivated and enthusiastic registered nurses with a desire to develop their skills within an endoscopy setting looking after the needs of patients during their endoscopic journey. A comprehensive mentorship programme is available to support development within the department.

For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

• Current NMC registration
• A genuine interest in caring for patients with gastrointestinal, biliary and respiratory disorders
• Excellent communication skills to liaise confidently and effectively within a large multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to be flexible and reliable within the team and department

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification

Hours: 37 hours over 5 days

If you want to find out more about the role, please contact:

Informal enquiries welcome to SCN Paula Binnie, Endoscopy on 01292 614700

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