JOB DESCRIPTION

RESPONSIBLE TO: ACCOUNTABLE TO: JOB SUMMARY: Unit Manager

Endoscopy Nurse

Clinical Lead for Nursing and Clinical Lead for Endoscopy

To provide excellent nursing care, and to actively participate in and contribute to the management of the Unit. Participate in the decontamination, traceability and maintenance of endoscopes and other specialised equipment used in endoscopic and non-endoscopic procedures and providing technical assistance during such procedures. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Professional/Clinical To ensure the provision of a high standard of nursing care to patients attending the Endoscopy Unit (and Outpatient clinics), working within agreed policies and procedures. To provide technical assistance during diagnostic and therapeutic Endoscopic procedures, ensuring safe working practice by following agreed guidelines. Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care, utilising research findings as appropriate. To provide leadership for the Endoscopy team to ensure a high and safe standard of patient care providing supervision and support where appropriate. Setting, monitoring and maintaining excellent standards of nursing care in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team. Maintaining personal contact with patients, relatives and carers, being sensitive to their needs for courtesy, dignity and privacy and ensuring a friendly environment at all times. Managing the Unit in the absence of the Unit Manager. Maintaining timely and accurate nursing records and ensuring that confidentiality is respected. Storing, checking and administering drugs including the intravenous route in accordance with Care UK policy and NMC standards. To work with minimal supervision in all areas within the speciality including all GI endoscopic procedures, admission and recovery of patients and other related procedures including outpatients as appropriate. Communicating with and assisting the multidisciplinary team to promote excellence in the delivery of patient care. To prioritise own workload and that of other staff ensuring that the Unit is managed effectively. To contribute to the local resolution, investigation and follow up action of any informal or formal complaints. To participate in the care and maintenance of endoscopes and other specialised equipment, ensuring an agreed standard of decontamination at all times including accurate records of traceability of all endoscopes and associated equipment.
Role: Endoscopy Nurse Drawn up by: Justine Brown Dated: May 2008

Organisational Co-ordinating the admission of patients. Ensuring the safe discharge of all patients from the Endoscopy unit. Communicating and co-operating with other departments. Providing accurate information as required on Endoscopy bookings, preparation and medications as appropriate, and particularly the notification of incidents and accidents to staff, patients and visitors. Maintaining a safe and clean environment within the clinical area in accordance with the Trust Health and Safety, Clinical Risk and Infection Control policies. Representing the department at meetings, participating in audit, research, projects and being willing to take on the role of a Link Nurse for areas of clinical expertise. Assist in the effective and efficient running of Endoscopy lists, collating accurate information about patients and notifying the Unit Manager and relevant Medical teams of list changes and patient progress. Maintaining and monitoring levels of stock and ensuring there are adequate supplies and that resources are used effectively. Handling, checking and storing patients cash and valuables in accordance with Care UK policies. Assist in planning and completing the ward or department staffing rota to ensure an appropriate skill mix to meet the needs of the service. To take appropriate action to manage unexpected situations and changes, informing the Unit Manager as necessary. To be familiar with and use the computerised system integral to the running of the service. To contribute to Clinical Governance, achieving and maintaining the goals and the philosophy of the Endoscopy Service. To demonstrate a willingness to lead and motivate a team, being an active player providing direction and leadership. Key responsibilities include assisting the endoscopist with the procedure and ensuring appropriate documentation is filled out. Education and training: To be responsible for providing patients and carers with up to date information regarding their condition. To participate in the ongoing training and development of other staff members. To mentor student nurses and be involved in their clinical supervision as appropriate. To attend relevant meetings, always communicating effectively and reporting back to the team. To identify own training needs and attend relevant study days/courses as agreed with the line manager. To participate in the development of appropriate strategies to meet new national and local objectives e.g: clinical governance, risk management.

Role: Endoscopy Nurse Drawn up by: Justine Brown Dated: May 2008

Managerial To monitor and maintain effective and efficient standards of patient care within the Clinic. To liaise and maintain good working relationships. To liaise and work with the Unit Manager to ensure smooth running of clinics. To ensure any major problems or issues related to clinic/medical staff are escalated to the appropriate manager. To maintain knowledge of current trends of health care and development within the profession, disseminating this information to all nursing staff. Professional To develop and participate in clinical audit. To ensure that research findings are used to inform and underpin nursing practice. To be aware of, and when appropriate, instigate/participate in and support research and practice evaluation projects which explore, develop and enhance services. To work to agreed objectives and a personal development plan as agreed with line manager. To maintain professional registration with the NMC.

Role: Endoscopy Nurse Drawn up by: Justine Brown Dated: May 2008

Person Specification Specialist Nurse - ENT Criteria Professional and Clinical Qualifications Experience Essential RN. Minimum 6 months experience working within the Endoscopy setting. Awareness of professional responsibilities. Excellent Computer Skills. Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care according to individual needs. Ability to effectively prioritise workload and patient care needs. Demonstrates an understanding of managing resources. Demonstrates an understanding of clinical risk. Ability to care for patients undergoing endoscopic procedures and provide technical assistance during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Knowledge of GI diagnosis, treatment and health education. Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of research and evidence based practice. Understands the importance of developing self and others. Motivated and demonstrates an enthusiasm for the speciality. Demonstrates a caring and sensitive approach to patient care. Adaptable and responsive to changing needs. Ability to use own initiative. Ability to identify stress in self and others and to take effective action to manage the situation. Manual dexterity and an aptitude to work with complex equipment. Actively seeks ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness of own performance. Self-motivated and able to work with minimal management. Flexible and adaptable to changing workloads/priorities. Manages time effectively, focusing on achieving priorities. Ability to provide guidance and mentoring to other staff. Ability to influence others to follow a Desirable NURB 280/360 or ENB 906 equivalent. ENB 998 or equivalent teaching qualification. Willingness to lead an motivate staff.

Organisational Management

Education and Research

Experience of undertaking small research or audit project. Able to explain the principles of mentoring and assessing junior staff.

General/Personal

Other Factors

Role: Endoscopy Nurse Drawn up by: Justine Brown Dated: May 2008

particular action/policy/procedure. Able to provide advice and information in a polite and courteous manner. Ability to complete tasks to deadlines and to a specified standard. Flexible in approach to work. Fit to undertake the role.

Role: Endoscopy Nurse Drawn up by: Justine Brown Dated: May 2008

Additional Information: Appraisal Care UK operates a system of individual performance review/appraisal for the purpose of agreeing performance objectives and discussing development needs in line with requirements of service need in the operational plan. Clinical Governance To have responsibility for a commitment to maintaining a high quality service to patients by continual development of practice in the light of research evidence and by audit, based against clinical relevant standards. Code of Conduct for Professional Group All members of staff are required to work in accordance with their professional groups code of conduct (e.g. NMC, GMC, HPC). This job description is intended as a basic guide to the scope and responsibilities of the post and is not exhaustive. It will be subject to regular review and amendment as necessary in consultation with the post holder. Conflict of Interests You may not without the consent of Care UK engage in any outside employment and in accordance with Care UK Conflict of Interest Policy you must declare to your manager all private interests, which could potentially result in personal gain as a consequence of your employment position in Care UK. Interests that might appear to be in conflict should also be declared. Criminal Records Bureau It is a requirement of this position that a Criminal Records Bureau disclosure at the enhanced level is undertaken. Confidentiality The post holder is required not to disclose such information, particularly that relating to patients and staff. All employees are subject to the Data Protection Act 1998 and must not only maintain strict confidentiality in respect of patient and staff records, but the accuracy and integrity of the information contained within. The post holder must not at any time use personal data held by Care UK for any unauthorised purpose or disclosure such as data to a third party. You must not make any disclosure to any unauthorised person or use any confidential information relating to the business affairs of Care UK, unless expressly authorised to do so by Care UK. Further guidance on confidentiality is contained within Care UK Information Security Management System (ISMS). Data Protection The post holder must at all times respect the confidentiality of information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act and the companys ISO27001 accreditation. This includes, if required to do so, obtain, process and/or use information held on a computer in a fair and lawful way, to hold data only for the specified registered purposes and to use or disclose data only to authorized persons or organizations as instructed.

Role: Endoscopy Nurse Drawn up by: Justine Brown Dated: May 2008

Education and Training Personal continuing professional development is encouraged and an annual appraisal system is in place to discuss CPD and ongoing objectives. Equal Opportunities The post holder is required at all times to carry out responsibilities with due regard to Care UK Equal Opportunities Policy and to ensure that staff receive equal treatment throughout their employment with Care UK. Health and Safety As an employee of Care UK, the postholder has a duty under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, to:Take reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and all other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work. Co-operate with their employer to ensure compliance with Health and Safety legislation and the Health and Safety policies and procedures of the treatment centre, not intentionally or recklessly interfere with, or misuse, anything provided in the interests of health, safety, or welfare, in pursuance of any of the relevant statutory provisions. Philosophy of Care We aim to provide a safe and clinically sound environment, where the immediate and urgent need of individuals using the centre is recognised and suitably skilled staff are available to see and treat the users of this service. To ensure that we meet the needs and expectations of the patient we provide a culture of continuing learning and development. Risk Management All members of staff have a responsibility to report all clinical and non-clinical accidents or incidents promptly and when requested to, co-operate with any investigation undertaken. This list of duties and responsibilities is by not exhaustive and the post holder may be required to undertake other relevant and appropriate duties as reasonably required.

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Role: Endoscopy Nurse Drawn up by: Justine Brown Dated: May 2008