Endoscopy Staff Nurse
Act to ensure that nursing practice is of the highest standard, in line with Trust. CQC and JAG standards. Supply and/or administer medication safely in line with Trust medicines policy. Assess and support patients with adherence and understanding of their medication, advise on the promotion of health and prevention of illness including bowel preparation Demonstrate knowledge and skills in the education of the patient and their significant others Assist with the evaluation of care and initiate any action required, for example liaising with the multidisciplinary team of doctors as appropriate Review the effectiveness of the nursing care provided and initiate any action that may be required Undertake any reasonable and relevant clinical or non-clinical functions commensurate with their banding.
Recognise and act on situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the individual Co-ordinate and support other members of the caring team who may be responsible for implementing specific aspects of nursing care. Report accidents, incidents and losses. Provide initial support for the member of staff or patient involved, in line with Trust policy.Take on extra duties/responsibilities as delegated and agreed by the department/ ward manager or senior staff nurse, within their capability / limitations. To act as a shift leader in the absence of senior staff nurses/ward sisters/charge nurses.
To act as an effective role model. Ensuring safe clinical practice is maintained on the ward, especially in relation to junior staff. To ensure high standards of decontamination and infection control practice. To acquire competency in skills for decontamination of equipment, care of patients before, during and following various Endoscopy procedures.
Identify problems and actively and work towards resolving them. Shared responsibility for ensuring sufficient human and clinical resources on the unit at all times.