About this role
Job summary
The x1 Post Holders will support Gastroenterology Hepatology and HPB Service in coordinating Trust wide initiatives and for the in-service development of all nursing staff working within Gastroenterology, Hepatology and HPB. The postholder is expected to provide clinical, leadership and motivation to establish clinical practices, which is research / evidence-based, and lead on standard setting in line with specialty practices nationally and regular audit in line with the Trust's commitment to Clinical Governance.
Main duties of the job
MDT Presentation and action on outcomes
Organisation of tests and clinical appointments
Coordinate with patient to execute the specialists treatment plan
Provide emotional support, during clinical appts and breaking bad news
Coordinating with team to optimist nutritional status for definitive management plan
Provide support throughout the entire management period long term
About us
Our consultant-led gastroenterology team provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, including all diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures and our highly regarded endoscopy services which we provide seven days per week. We have an upper GI nurse endoscopist, viral hepatitis nurse specialist, and a gastroenterology nurse specialist.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Post Holders will support Gastroenterology The Hepatology and HPB Service in coordinating Trust wide initiatives and for the in-service development of all nursing staff working within Gastroenterology, Hepatology and HPB. The postholder is expected to provide clinical, leadership and motivation to establish clinical practices, which is research / evidence-based, and lead on standard setting in line with specialty practices nationally and regular audit in line with the Trusts commitment to Clinical Governance.
Person Specification
Education & Qualification
Essential
- BSc or Diploma in Nursing
- Current NMC registration
- Registered Nurse
Desirable
- Teaching / Coaching qualification
- Clinical examinations course / Physical assessment course
- Non-medical prescribing qualification (NMP)
- vant accredited postregistration qualification on the above speciality
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Counselling or evidence of dealing with sensitive clinical issues
- Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
- Experienced in coordination the care and management of patients with Hepatology and / or gastroenterology issues
Desirable
- Adequate experience with managing patients on target pathway, or equivalent patient pathway management.
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent IT skills
- Flexible to meet changing needs of service
- The ability to lead and influence change
- Proven people / patient management skills
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
North Middlesex Hospital
Edmonton
N18 1QX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)