The post holder will work as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the endoscopy unit. The role includes assisting the endoscopist with a range of procedures performed in the endoscopy unit. The post holder will admit and discharge patients before and after their procedures. The post holder will support and care for patients both pre and post procedure, within the endoscopy setting.
The post holder will, after training, have a thorough knowledge of how to prepare, care for, and clean equipment including endoscopes within the department. The post holder will be familiar with, and work to, the protocols and policies of the endoscopy department and Trust policies, paying particular attention to the Infection control policy. The post holder will maintain safe storage and use of medicines.
The post holder will be required to provide a professional, efficient, and comprehensive service within the department, fulfilling all the necessary tasks to facilitate and record patient procedures and care. The post holder will require close liaison with other disciplines and the provision of a courteous, reliable, and quality service to patients, relatives, carers, other healthcare professionals in both internal departments and outside organizations.
Responsibilities include:
1. Maintain treatment rooms by stocking up equipment and documentation as required.
2. Ensure equipment such as endoscopes are cleaned and decontaminated correctly, following training and guidance.
3. Ensure that equipment is in working order and report faults accordingly.
4. Be aware of own limitations and know when to seek advice.
5. Follow policies and be involved in discussions about service improvement / proposed changes to such policies.
6. Support and liaise with clinicians of all grades.
7. Use resources efficiently and effectively.
8. Maintain confidentiality and ensure secure systems are in place for the storage of data.
9. Use a variety of communication tools to deal effectively with patients and colleagues throughout the trust.
10. Maintain high standards of record keeping, ensuring entries are accurate and legible.
11. Be able to respond in a calm and professional manner to unexpected events, demonstrating adaptability and leadership.
12. Contribute to setting and monitoring standards of care and be accountable for maintaining them.
13. Maintain awareness of relevant national, professional, and local quality issues such as Clinical Governance, GRS, and JAG.
14. Uphold quality initiatives that improve customer care and enhance staff, patient, and visitor interactions.
15. Participate in the audit process to monitor and review patient quality.
The above list is not exhaustive but provides guidance on the duties and responsibilities of the post.
At HDFT, we provide outstanding care to both our patients and staff, valuing Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork, and Equality. If you're seeking an interesting and rewarding NHS career where you can make a real difference, HDFT could be the place for you!
We offer a supportive culture, staff recognition, employee wellbeing programs, and other benefits. Please note:
* Posts may close early if we reach sufficient applications.
* Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles; ensure the role meets visa criteria before applying.
* We do not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
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