Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Tasks & Responsibilities:

Clinical responsibilities

Undertake an agreed range of clinical activities in line with defined competencies specific to the specialism of the clinical area including but not limited to: -

·         Measure and record blood glucose monitoring via capillary blood.

·         Recording and documenting clinical observations and reporting as appropriate to senior nurse.

·         Assist with upper and lower GI endoscopic procedures.

·         Assist with bronchoscopy.

·         Assist with urology clinics.

·         Setting up, cleaning and decontamination of equipment.

To be aware of, and demonstrate adherence to, the Trust’s policy on infection control and waste disposal.

To adhere to the recommendations for the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) and risk assessments appropriate to the clinical area.

To adhere to the principles of universal precautions in all aspects of patient care and when handling endoscopic equipment.

Identify endoscopes required each day for use within the Endoscopy unit, remote areas and after hours use and prepare as per local and BSG guidelines.

Clean and decontaminate endoscopic equipment in accordance with local and national guidelines and protocols.

Maintain accurate traceability records of all endoscopes and endoscopic accessories and ancillaries.

To participate in any Endoscopy Training programmes.

Ensures the significance of data relating to patient’s condition and progress is interpreted and acted on.

Ensures safe practice to minimize the risk of infection to patients and staff.

Ensure that protective clothing is worn correctly as required.

Communication and team working

Communicate effectively and sensitively with patients, relatives, and colleagues, referring to senior staff as necessary.

Answer the telephone and relay messages accurately, courteously, and competently.

Welcome patients and visitors in a professional, friendly, and helpful manner.

Work effectively as a member of the endoscopy team, offering support to colleagues and requesting assistance as necessary.

Demonstrates written communication through the ability to record accurate, succinct, clear, and legible documentation.

Contribute to the induction, training, and development of staff within the unit.

Privacy, dignity, equality

Act to promote patients’ equality, diversity and rights at all times.

Ensure provision of privacy and dignity in all activities.

Ensure all care is individualised and delivered with the informed consent of the patient.

Maintain confidentiality of patient information at all times.

Administrative

Maintain accurate patient records.

Report repairs/maintenance issues appropriately.

Demonstrate insight into own development needs and access development through an agreed Personal Development Plan.

Attend mandatory training, and other in-service training, as necessary.

Report deficiencies in stock levels to the Nurse in Charge and assist in the ordering of supplies.