Staff Nurse - Endoscopy Wycombe inHigh Wycombe inHigh Wycombe PUBLISHED MON 25 NOV 2024

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year Per annum FIXEDTERM
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Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust rC5juByv

Opportunity to work in an expanding and dynamic Endoscopy service over a 7-day period, enhancing patient experience.

Supportive and inclusive multi-national team culture, promoting collaboration and diversity.

Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities, including clinical and competency-based training programs.

Involvement in hands-on patient care, assisting with procedures, and using intricate medical equipment.

Responsibility for delivering safe and effective nursing care, with the ability to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

Encouragement to promote health education and contribute to overall patient and community health awareness.

The Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a Staff Nurse for the Endoscopy Unit in Wycombe as part of their expanding services, which operate seven days a week to enhance patient experience and meet capacity demands. The role is open to registered nurses with Endoscopy experience or those willing to learn. Key responsibilities include supporting the daily operations of the Endoscopy Unit, assisting Endoscopists during procedures, ensuring safe and effective nursing care, and managing patient documentation in the Endoscopy reporting system. The position also involves promoting health education and communicating patient needs with the healthcare team. The unit values a diverse and inclusive work environment and provides opportunities for professional development through training programs. Internal applicants may consider secondment options with prior manager endorsement. Interested candidates should refer to the detailed Job Description and Person Specification for further responsibilities.

The Endoscopy services at BHT are expanding, providing a service over a 7-day period to meet capacity demands and to improve patient experience. As such we are increasing our workforce to allow for this service development.

If you are a registered nurse who already has Endoscopy experience or you are someone who is willing to learn new skills and you are enthusiastic about supporting service and staff development for the benefit of patients, we would like to hear from you.

We are a friendly, hardworking team who pride ourselves with being multi-national and inclusive.

We are a JAG accredited Unit and encourage our staff to develop new skills by offering opportunities to attend training courses as well as supporting staff within the Unit providing both a clinical and competency based training programme.

The post holder will be responsible for supporting the day to day running of the Endoscopy Unit.
The post holder will assist the Endoscopist with procedures/investigations and manipulation of intricate equipment after appropriate training.
The post holder will be responsible for ensuring nursing care is delivered safely and effectively.
Liaise, report and document any relevant nursing/patient needs with other health care professionals with ongoing responsibility for patient care, communicating changes as they occur.
Responsible for the timely entry of accurate, complete and valid data into the specialist Endoscopy reporting system.
Promote health education within the Endoscopy Unit and be able to advise the patients and their relatives and others in health promotion issues.

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For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

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To work as a Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of formal education, clinical skills, practical experience, and personal attributes. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required:

Educational Qualifications:

1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.

2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.

Clinical Skills:

1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.

2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.

3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.

4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.

5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.

6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).

Soft Skills:

1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.

2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.

3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.

4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.

5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills:

1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.

2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.

3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).

Continuing Professional Development:

1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.

Employment Considerations:

1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.

2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.

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