Job summaryHaygarth Ward is a 24 bed specialist gastroenterology ward caring for a variety of patients with many different conditions within the GI field such as: liver disease, pancreatitis and gastric ulcers and patients who are detoxing from alcohol. We work closely with the endoscopy unit which is located next to the ward and we will occasionally take direct admits from the unit to the ward.
You will be welcomed by a dynamic and hard-working team where development is a priority and are keen to help others succeed and enjoy their roles.We are committed to providing compassionate care for our patients and enjoy our work whilst doing so. We are lucky to have strong working relationships with the gastroenterology consultants who have lead training for nursing staff to develop their specialist knowledge and understanding of gastroenterology.
We are looking for equally enthusiastic and energetic individuals who are eager to learn, willing to work together as a team but are self-motivated and can work independently when needed.
This area is both rewarding and challenging whilst caring for some of the most complex patients in the trust.
If you want to work in a busy acute ward and you aspire to develop new skills and knowledge in gastroenterology, then we would love to hear from you. Applications from newly qualified staff are also welcome.
Main duties of the job- Acting as a Named Nurse, to maintain accountability for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care within the framework of team nursing.
- To co-ordinate the patients' discharge arrangements in accordance with the RUH Discharge Policy.
- To promote a patient focused approach to care in collaboration with all relevant health professionals.
- To educate patients and their carers as required where a need has been identified.
- To provide information which enables patients to make choices about adopting a healthy lifestyle.
- To complete patient documentation to Trust standard.
- To maintain a safe ward/department environment.
- To assist in establishing and monitoring protocols/care pathways.
- To participate in the promotion and maintenance of effective communication.
- To ensure patient confidentiality
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Job responsibilitiesPlease see the full job description and person specification attached for detailed job description and main responsibilities
QualificationsEssential- UK Nurse registered with Nursing & Midwifery Council
- Recent evidence of professional development
Desirable- Previous experience / placement in gastroenterology
Knowledge and ExperienceEssential- Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice.
- Understanding of equality and diversity and how to apply it to self.
- Understanding of NMC Code of Practice and requirements of it for own practice and behaviour.
- Awareness of importance in adhering to infection control standards
Desirable- Knowledge / interest of gastroenterology conditions such as liver disease
- Evidence of training in additional skills e.g. cannulation/ venepuncture, male catheterisation etc.
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.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).Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 
