Upper GI Nurse Endoscopist

East Cheshire NHS Trust; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

East Cheshire NHS Trust in Macclesfield is seeking an experienced Upper GI Nurse Endoscopist to support the Endoscopy Service. The post requires autonomous practice, managing full patient episodes and a dedicated caseload for diagnostic Upper GI endoscopy.

The role demands high-quality, patient-centered care within a dynamic multidisciplinary team at Macclesfield District General Hospital, with emphasis on service innovation and clinical governance.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse on part 1, 3, 5 or 8 of the NMC Register.
• JAG accreditation for Endoscopist role on JAG Endoscopy Training System (JETS) site
• Evidence of recent continuing professional development
• Evidence of training/update on lower GI therapeutic endoscopic intervention
• Cannulation
• Nurse prescriber
• Hold or be working towards a master’s degree
• BoSS registered endoscopist or willingness to train to undertake the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide highly specialist and advanced clinical knowledge, skills and decision-making within Endoscopy/Gastroenterology.
• Undertake Upper GI endoscopy procedures as a qualified Nurse Endoscopist.
• Work autonomously, managing whole episodes of patient care.
• Be a key member of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Have own caseload of patients for whom you will perform upper GI diagnostic endoscopy.
• Work as part of the multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality service.

Skills

Endoscopy experience

Autonomous practice

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

NMC registration

Master’s degree (in progress)

JAG accreditation for Endoscopist (Jets)

Tools

JAG Endoscopy Training System (JETS)

Job description

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

Job overview

We are looking to recruit a dynamic Upper GI Nurse Endoscopist to support our Endoscopy Service at East Cheshire NHS Trust. Innovation in service delivery and flexibility to work within the needs of the service are key requirements of this role.

The post holder will be able to undertake Upper GI endoscopy as a qualified Nurse Endoscopist. The post holder will work autonomously, managing whole episodes of patient care independent of medical supervision. They will be a key member of the Multi-disciplinary team.

The post holder will have their own caseload of patients for whom they will perform upper gastro-intestinal diagnostic endoscopy.

The appointee will play a key role in providing a high quality, efficient, patient focused in the endoscopy service.

The post will be based at Macclesfield District General Hospital.

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Main duties of the job

- The post holder will provide highly specialist and advanced clinical knowledge, skills and decision-making within the Endoscopy/Gastroenterology service.

- The post holder will be able to undertake Upper GI endoscopy procedures as a qualified Nurse Endoscopist.

- The post holder will work autonomously, managing whole episodes of patient care independent of medical supervision.

- They will be a key member of the multi-disciplinary team.

- The post holder will have their own caseload of patients for whom they will perform upper gastro-intestinal diagnostic endoscopy.

- Upper GI Nurse Endoscopist To work as part of the multidisciplinary team in providing a high-quality service meeting the physical and emotional requirements for both inpatients and outpatients undergoing procedures within the Endoscopy and Treatment Unit.

This list of duties is not intended to be exhaustive but indicates the main areas of work and may be subject to change.

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Working for our organisation

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Qualifications & Experience

• A Registered Nurse on part 1, 3, 5 or 8 of the NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Register.
• JAG accreditation for Endoscopist role on JAG Endoscopy Training System (JETS) site
• Evidence of recent continuing professional development
• Evidence of training/update on lower GI (Gastrointestinal) therapeutic endoscopic intervention
• Cannulation
• Nurse prescriber
• Hold or be working towards a master’s degree
• BoSS (Barrett’s Oesophagus Surveillance Study) registered endoscopist or willingness to train to undertake the role.

Knowledge and Skills

• Significant experience in a nursing post in Endoscopy
• Considerable experience of working as a nurse endoscopist in a hospital setting
• Experience in running lists
• Able to perform Upper GI diagnostic endoscopy
• Achievement of high quality patient care through evidenced based practice
• Expert knowledge in anatomy and physiology of the GI tract
• Leadership of clinical governance and patient safety
• A commitment to providing a quality service with quality improvement
• Management of change
• Clinical audit
• Communicates articulately and sensitively with good written English and able to demonstrate the ability to deal with distressing or emotional circumstances
• Tactful and diplomatic
• Highly developed written communication skills
• Highly developed verbal communication skills
• Able to communicate effectively with, listen to and motivate, stakeholders and staff at all levels
• Able to articulate highly complex and sensitive clinical topics
• Evidence of analytical and problem solving skills
• High level knowledge of BSG, GRS and JAG Standards
• Knowledge and understanding of NICE Outcomes, National strategic Cancer Developments
• Evidence of providing motivational, professional leadership with highly developed interpersonal skills
• Understanding of service area specific DH and NHS policy, initiatives, national service framework etc. in delivering patient centred care
• Evidence of ability to combine strategic direction with operational delivery
• Demonstrate IT /database knowledge and skill / or qualification
• Demonstrate the ability to undertake moderate physical effort for several short / long periods moving equipment patients and stock within manual handling guidelines
• Able to demonstrate ability to concentrate on a predictable work pattern
• Able to work under pressure, flexibly and as part of a team
• Oncology knowledge
• JAG accreditation process experience
• Service redesign
• Skilled trainer, mentor, supervisor or coach
• Understanding of wide ranging DH and NHS policy, initiatives, national service frameworks etc. in delivering patient centred care

Further Information

• Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question.

Other Role Requirements

• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). In order to facilitate applications from all members of the community the Trust is able to offer services including Braille Applications and Interpreting Services.

If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the advert closing date, regretfully you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.