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Staff Nurse - Endoscopy

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare

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  • You must be fully NMC registered, possess good communication skills, be eager to learn, and ready to work evenings, weekends, and on-call for GI bleed management.
  • You will assist with patient care during endoscopic procedures, manage admissions and discharges, support endoscopists, and handle scope decontamination in a fast-paced team environment.

Requirements

  • * YOU MUST BE FULLY NMC REGISTERED IN THE UK TO APPLY FOR THIS POST
  • Although previous endoscopy experience is not essential, it will be of benefit if the applicant has had some exposure to the specialty.
  • It is expected that the applicant will possess good communication skills and have the ability to work effectively, both within a team, and autonomously in a fast paced challenging environment.
  • It is essential that the individual is keen to learn and will receive Endoscopy specific competency-based training in all aspects of the role.
  • Interested candidates should be prepared to travel out to the Northwich site when required and to work evenings and weekends as part of their core hours.
  • Individuals should also be prepared to participate in the on call out of hours support to the Consultant Gastroenterology team for the management of upper GI bleeds.

Responsibilities

  • We are seeking to employ enthusiastic Registered Nurses to join our multidisciplinary team, in the planning, implementation and evaluation of care for patients undergoing endoscopic procedures.
  • This is an opportunity to become specialised in all aspects of endoscopy nursing, including caring for patients undergoing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, assisting the endoscopists and elements of endoscope decontamination and scope handling.
  • There will be opportunities to participate in the admission, recovery and discharge of endoscopy patients.
  • It is expected that the applicant will possess good communication skills and have the ability to work effectively, both within a team, and autonomously in a fast paced challenging environment.
  • It is essential that the individual is keen to learn and will receive Endoscopy specific competency-based training in all aspects of the role.
  • Interested candidates should be prepared to travel out to the Northwich site when required and to work evenings and weekends as part of their core hours.
  • Individuals should also be prepared to participate in the on call out of hours support to the Consultant Gastroenterology team for the management of upper GI bleeds.

FAQs

What are the qualifications required to apply for the Staff Nurse - Endoscopy position?

Applicants must be fully NMC registered in the UK to apply for this post.

Is previous endoscopy experience necessary for this role?

Previous endoscopy experience is not essential, although some exposure to the specialty will be beneficial.

What type of training will be provided for this position?

Endoscopy-specific competency-based training will be provided in all aspects of the role.

Are there opportunities for career development in this role?

Yes, there will be opportunities to become specialized in various aspects of endoscopy nursing and participate in patient care throughout the endoscopic procedure process.

What hours are available for this position?

Various hours are available, including the requirement to work evenings and weekends as part of core hours.

Will I need to travel to different sites?

Yes, interested candidates should be prepared to travel out to the Northwich site when required.

Is on-call participation required for this position?

Yes, individuals should be prepared to participate in the on-call out of hours support for the management of upper GI bleeds.

How many staff members does Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust employ?

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust employs almost 5,000 members of staff.

Who can I contact for more information about the position?

Interested candidates can contact Jane Elliott, Jayan Chacko, or Jacqui Alexander via email at jane.elliott@mcht.nhs.uk or by telephone at 01270 277908. Alternate contacts include Maureen Brown and Tracy Falkland at 01270 277973.

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Mission & Purpose

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides acute and emergency healthcare services to the local communities of Mid Cheshire. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care across their hospitals, including Leighton Hospital, Northwich Victoria Infirmary, and Crewe’s minor injuries unit. They focus on enhancing health outcomes through excellent clinical care, innovation, and commitment to continuous improvement in patient services.