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NHS South Tyneside and Sunderland

Capsule Nurse Endoscopist

East of England, East of England

Permanent

£50,952 to £57,349

Modern Matron/Consultant
(Band 8)

Capsule Nurse Endoscopist

Job summary

Part Time-7.5 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust. Within gastroenterology as a Capsule Nurse Endoscopist to meet the increasing requirement across South Tyneside and Sunderland.

This post will focus particularly on the delivery of national and trust standards in the provision of Capsule Endoscopy in Patients. The post is for 7.5 hours per week. The successful candidate requires excellent organisational and communication skills. Although working as part of a team, you will be working autonomously to manage your own caseload of patients. You will be someone who has a passion for making a difference and putting the patient first and will strive to deliver the best service for patients.

Essential Criteria:

Current NMC registration

Degree/Masters Level Education and willingness to complete Level 7 education

Evidence of post graduate training in relevant subject

Clinical Skills Qualification

Non Medical prescribing qualification

Teaching Qualification

Main duties of the job

The post holder will have a strong background in capsule endoscopy. This will include proficiency in reading and reporting capsule studies, supporting and training the endoscopy unit nursing staff with delivery of procedures.

The post holder will also be expected to triage capsule endoscopy referrals and undertake a capsule endoscopy preassessment clinic to assess patients and make appropriate preparations prior to procedures. They will also have experience in delivering capsule endoscopy related research and lease with the trusts research and development team to deliver capsule endoscopy research studies.

They will be accountable to the clinical service lead for capsule endoscopy and will receive support as required.

The postholder will also have experience in delivering capsule endoscopy teaching in a formal setting and be expected to contribute as a course director for the trusts renowned European Capsule Endoscopy training course.

For informal enquiries please contact:-

Michael Irving Matron Email: [email protected] Contact number 01915656256 ext 1095

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for full details

Primarily on South Tyneside site but may be required to support cases on Sunderland Royal Hospital Site.

As a Nurse Capsule Endoscopist the post-holder will:

Independently perform the procedure of capsule endoscopy including interpretation of results following agreed protocols;

Obtain informed consent from patients in line with Trust policy;

Administer appropriate medication in a safe and competent manner working within agreed protocols;

Provide autonomous Nurse led capsule endoscopy service pre assessment clinic service to identify suitable patients for procedure following referral and ensure appropriate procedure precautions and protocol undertaken

Manage referrals both locally and from within region.

Work with the Endoscopy team in support of optimal Capsule Endoscopy service provision delivering care to patients undergoing Capsule Endoscopy within defined protocols;

Provide expert advice, education, supporting patients, relatives and other healthcare professionals within this specialist field.

Commit to participation as Co-Course Director for the trusts European Capsule Endoscopy Course

Responsibilities:

Be accountable for the assessment, planning and delivery of all aspects of patient care across the pathway;

Provide information for patients, inpatients or within the community, either face to face or telephone consultation;

Provide education and training and clinical advice and support to Trust staff, patients and relatives/carers;

Participate in research relevant to the needs of specialist area;

Be responsible for own case load in outpatients clinic for patients triaged as suitable for nurse led clinics.

Person Specification

Physical Skills

Essential

Ability to manage own time, prioritise, work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Ability to work in a calm and efficient manner.
Ability to reflect and motivate self.
Able to work on own initiative.
Able to comply with uniform code.
Able to meet Trust attendance management standards.
Ability to meet the travel demands of the post.
Flexibility.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Evidence of continuous professional development must demonstrate development of knowledge and skills in gastroenterology as part of CPD.
Basic IT skills.
Proven leadership skills.
Proven communication skills including experience of handling complex relationships and interpersonal dynamics.
Knowledge of how to facilitate learning.
Knowledge of current professional and Clinical Governance issues.
Knowledge of research and clinical audit.
Mentorship skills.
Evidence of competency in relation to nursing practices appropriate to the post.
Time management.
Ability to assess, deliver, evaluate and benchmark quality care.

Desirable

Qualification in specialty.
Resource management skills.

Qualifications

Essential

Live 1st level NMC Registered Nurse (Adult).
1st Degree in relevant associated subject and evidence of post graduate training in relevant subject and willingness to complete level 7 study.
Clinical skills Qualification.
Non-medical prescribing.
Teaching qualification.

Desirable

Qualification in specialty.
Qualification in area of specialism.
Level 7 study.

Experience

Essential

Nursing experience at band 7 or above.
Recent experience of care delivery.
Experience of leadership within a team.
Evidence of innovation in practice.
Evidence of teaching experience.

Desirable

Experience of managing staff.
Experience of capsule endoscopy role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.