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A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Staff Nurse in the Endoscopy department at Queen Elizabeth Hospital. The department offers diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures including ERCP, Colonoscopy, Gastroscopy, Bronchoscopy, and EBUS, and is planning to start Bowel Screening. The team is experienced and supportive, fostering clinical development.
The ideal candidates are experienced Endoscopy nurses who are motivated and eager to develop new skills, or those willing to be trained in Endoscopy nursing.
The department operates a 4-day service, usually with full-time hours over 4 days, and includes an out-of-hours on-call service covering emergency procedures during nights, weekends, and bank holidays.
Key Skills and Qualities:
* Excellent verbal and written interpersonal skills
* Ability to articulate and share views
* Forward planning and anticipation skills
* Patient-focused approach prioritizing safety and quality
* Ability to work under pressure calmly
* Supportive of colleagues in stressful situations
* Reflective practitioner
* Effective communication and receptive to direction
* Up-to-date knowledge in the specialty
* Flexible with shift patterns, including nights
* Ability to cover in the absence of the unit manager
Our staff are our greatest asset. We promote a culture of engagement through our EDI initiatives, staff networks, and development programs, aiming to improve equality, diversity, and inclusion across the trust.
Additional Information:
* Contact: Rachel Gachuma, Manager
* Email: r.kimani@nhs.net
* Phone: 020883646156
Apply via Trac; no direct email applications accepted.
Job Details:
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Health Care Provider
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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