Endoscopy lead nurse

We are currently recruiting a Lead Endoscopy Nurse to join our busy team. The successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating high quality Endoscopy care and, as appropriate, leading the team. Care is provided according to the individual needs of the patient and Consultant. And to provide care of patients undergoing Endoscopy procedures also to provide Endoscopy services to Consultants. Am I the right person for this Lead Theatre/Endoscopy Nurse role? * Registered Nurse * Minimum 3 years rsquo; experience within the role of Endoscopy Nurse * Endoscopy competence within a range of procedures * Competence in delivering a high level of Endoscopy care * Good computer and numeracy skills * Flexibility in response to needs of the department * Ability to deliver a high level of customer service to patients and Consultants * Good Team working skills What are the Responsibilities of this Lead Theatre/Endoscopy Nurse role? * Assessing, planning, delivering and evaluation of a high level of Endoscopy patient care * Leading the team in the role of team lead to ensure adherence to the 5 steps to safe * interventional procedures and the safe and efficient running of the list. * Exhibiting a high level of teamwork with the wider hospital environment. * Participate fully as a team member, including working in areas such as stage 1 2 recovery to * promote a cohesive team and the achievement of team objectives. * Effective management of resources within the department * Participate in education, training and development of other staff. * Ensure all equipment is checked prior to use and any faults reported immediately. * Help to prevent cross infection by observing departmental policy regarding dress, the maintenance of a clean working environment, decontamination and sterilisation procedures and a high level of decontamination practice. * Prepare patients for invasive procedures.. * Provide initial urgent or emergency care as required * Adhere to the procedures for the use of supplies, ordering requirements for the Department as directed by line manager