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Band 4
- Full time
- Part time
Job overview
We are looking to recruit highly motivated Nursing Associates (NMC Registered) to work in the exciting and rapidly expanding Endoscopy service within Nottingham University Hospitals Trust (NUH).
This fast paced and high patient turn over area requires passionate and forward thinking staff. You must be committed to high standards of patient care and will need to demonstrate the ability to support both acutely ill and chronically ill patients.
All training and supervision will be provided to all successful candidates, enabling them to become proficient in both diagnostic and therapeutic Endoscopy skills and pre, peri and post care
Main duties of the job
This fast paced and high patient turn over area requires passionate and forward thinking individuals. You must be committed to high standards of patient care and will need to demonstrate the ability to care for both acutely ill and chronically ill patients. Having excellent communication skills, along with the ability to think independently and prioritise tasks is a must.
You will be providing specialist skills, supporting the clinical teams with a wide variety of endoscopic procedures. You will work closely with a Multidisciplinary Team to care for, and support patients through the service. Specialist
Endoscopy Skills training and supervision will be provided to all successful candidates, enabling them to become proficient in both diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy Nursing Associate skills. The service provides specialist nursing to areas such as Upper and Lower Gastrointestinal services, GA in theatres as well as Respiratory and Surgical specialities. Also, an out of hours acute On-Call Service.
Working for our organisation
We operate across the whole of NUH, at City Hospital Campus, Queens Medical Centre Campus and Nottingham Treatment Centre, next to QMC site. It is a requirement that all staff members will work across the three sites when required.
Endoscopy is currently planning to expand its service from Mon to Fri, to including weekend working. The 3 sites; Nottingham Treatment Centre, working from 7:30am to 9pm evenings. City and QMC units are 8am to 6pm and staff the out of hour’s On-Call. Vacancies are full time or part time dependant on service needs, with a minimum of 19 hours per week part time. You will also be expected to participate in the out of hours on call service which operates and staffed between City Hospital and QMC.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The overriding purpose is to support the provision of the highest quality patient/ client care through personal actions and continuous improvement.
The post holder will support the registered nurse in ensuring the delivery of high quality patient/ client care upholding dignity, delivered with kindness and compassion.
Provide and monitor
Responsibilities of the post holder:
To work as the second nurse in a therapeutic procedure room alongside a registered nurse, either supporting the patient, or assisting the doctor during endoscopic procedures.
To work in recovery, providing a safe environment to patients following procedures in which intravenous sedation or procedures using local anaesthetic have been undertaken under the direction/ supervision of senior staff.
To be responsible for the cleaning / decontamination of endoscopic equipment in accordance with guidelines and policies.
To communicate with patients and significant others with empathy and reassurance regarding assessment, care and treatment during endoscopic procedures.
To participate in the out of hours on call service, under the direction/ supervision of senior staff.
Communication:
Communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team in order to promote efficient patient care and maintain effective channels of communication.
Report all accidents and untoward incidents to the nurse in charge of the area and complete an incident form in accordance with Trust policy.
Maintain complete and accurate patient records ensuring that they provide a detailed account of all care provided throughout the patients stay.
Communicate with and provide support for patients’ relatives, carers and visitors.
Be aware of the need for confidentiality both within the written and spoken word and ensure correct storage of patients’ records at all times, to comply with the Information Governance Code.
Liaise with other clinical areas as necessary for the coordination of patient care and the smooth running of the ward/unit/department.
Ability to prioritise workload and work with indirect supervision whilst recognising own limitations and when to seek support.
Be prepared to attend and undertake necessary training and aware of personal development and development of specialist knowledge.
Being an accountable professional:
Act in the best interest of the patient and their family.
Put people first and provide nursing care that is person centred, safe and compassionate.
Act professionally at all times in line with the organisations values and behaviours:
Use knowledge and experience to make evidence base decisions and solve problems.
Recognise and work within the limits of their competence as defined by the NMC standards of proficiency for nursing associates.
Be able to identify own role boundaries.
Be responsible for own actions and omissions and escalate concerns appropriately.
General Duties
In addition to the key job responsibilities detailed in this job description all employees at Nottingham University hospitals NHS trust are expected to comply with the general duties below:
Infection Control
To maintain a clean, safe environment, ensuring adherence to the Trust’s standards of cleanliness, hygiene and infection control.
Safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults
Nottingham University Hospitals is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment.
Information Governance
All staff have an individual responsibility for creating accurate records of their work and for making entries into and managing all NHS records effectively in line with the Health Record Keeping Policy and other Health Records and Corporate Records Management policies and procedures in order to meet the Trust’s legal, regulatory and accountability requirements.
Health and Safety
To take reasonable care to prevent injury to themselves or others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.
To co-operate fully in discharging the Trust policies and procedures with regard to health and safety matters.
To immediately report to their manager any shortcomings in health and safety procedures and practice.
To report any accidents or dangerous incidents to their immediate manager and safety representative as early as possible and submit a completed datix form.
To use protective clothing and equipment where provided.
Whilst the aim of the Trust is to promote a co-operative and constructive view of health and safety concerns in the organisation, all staff must be aware that a wilful or irresponsible disregard for safety matters may give rise to disciplinary proceedings.
Governance
To actively participate in governance activities to ensure that the highest standards of care and business conduct are achieved.
Health and Wellbeing
Employees are expected to take all reasonable steps to look after both their physical health and mental health. To support employees to achieve this NUH offers a wide range of health and wellbeing activities and interventions. The full programme can be viewed at on the staff intranet.
Line managers are expected to encourage and support staff to look after their health and wellbeing, including the release of staff to attend health and wellbeing activities and interventions.
General Policies Procedures and Practices
To comply with all Trust policies, procedures and practices and to be responsible for keeping up to date with any changes to these.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Working within the clinical area and office based environment.
JOB REVISION
This job description should be regarded as a guide to the duties required and is not definitive or restrictive in any way. The duties of the post may be varied from time to time.
In response to changing circumstances. This job description does not form part of the contract of employment.
Person specification
Qualification
Essential criteria
- Nursing Associate (NMC registered)
- Completion of Foundation Degree Nursing Associate
Experience
Essential criteria
- Understand the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in the context of the team and the organisation
Desirable criteria
- Be able to demonstrate experience of working in different clinical environments
Communication and relationship skills
Essential criteria
- Recognition of own level of competence and limitations and able to communicate these to appropriate staff
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential criteria
- Demonstrate an ability to contribute to the assessment, planning and delivery of patient care
Planning and organisation skills
Essential criteria
- Demonstrate an ability to prioritise own workload and recognise, prioritise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations
Physical skills
Essential criteria
- Dexterity and accuracy in undertaking clinical skills, use of equipment and documentation
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential criteria
- Ability to work shifts to meet the needs of the service
- Able to commit to the out of hours on call servcie
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Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at the NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
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Salary: The quoted salary will be on a pro rata basis for part time workers.
Disability Confidence: All applicants who have declared a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the post will be shortlisted.
At Risk of redundancy: NHS employees within the East Midlands who are ‘at risk’ of redundancy will be given a preferential interview where they meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
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Consent:
- Transfer of information: If I have previous NHS service - I consent to the transfer of my Electronic Staff Record (ESR) data between this and other NHS Trusts. I also consent to the Occupational Health Department confidentially accessing my occupational health records from my current or previous employer in order to check the status of my vaccinations, immunisations s and screening tests as relevant to the post. I understand this is an automated process and the information will only be used for these purposes prior to me taking up the position at NUH.
- Disclosure and Barring Service: Your post maybe subject to a DBS check which incur a cost dependent on the level of check required (£41.90 for enhanced and £21.90 for standard). I agree to reimburse Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust the cost of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check if it is required (by deduction from first month’s pay). Should I decide to withdraw from my job offer, I agree to reimburse Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust the cost of the DBS check undertaken by cheque or other agreed method.
