Job Overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Endoscopy Department for a Full-Time Band 6 who is professional, enthusiastic and innovative who has an interest in JAG accreditation.
The successful candidate should demonstration a kind and compassionate attitude. Their skills and experience to provide clinical leadership to ensure care is delivered effectively and efficiently within the unit. Evidence of experience within endoscopy is essential.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be a competent clinical staff member who will provide effective leadership in support of the unit manager and deputy manager, supervising a team of nurses to ensure best standards of specialized care is provided. Work collaboratively and co-operatively with the unit manager and Matron to develop services provided for patients within the endoscopy unit. The successful candidate will be responsible for working towards and maintaining JAG status for the department working as part of the multi disciplinary team for gastroenterology.
Will demonstrate significant clinical Endoscopy experience and achieved documented and evidenced competency in all aspects of endoscopy nursing. Provide sound clinical expertise to their team and be a role model for expert clinical care within the Endoscopy department, and lead on specific projects / management functions as delegated by the Senior Sister / Charge Nurse. Demonstrate a significant level of specialist clinical knowledge and expertise in the clinical functions of care delivery including knowledge of JAG/GRS/Decontamination. They will provide advice and guidance and be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for all patients within the Endoscopy department.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac.
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
Significant post registration experience in Endoscopy
Knowledge of JAG/GRS Processes
Completeion and evidence of clinical competency in endoscopy nursing
Knowledge of local policies/procedures and guidelines
Desirable criteria
Degree in relevant clinical/professional subject
Experience of managing staff
Experience of undertaking audit work, research and standard setting
Ability to speak welsh
Other
Essential criteria
Immediate life support
Desirable criteria
Advanced life support or willingness to undertake