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Post Description
To assist qualified nursing staff with direct and indirect patient care within clearly defined limits and attainment of defined competence. To work without constant direct supervision using initiative within the level of competence for the post.
Decontaminate and prepare endoscopic equipment according to Standard Operating
Procedures (SOP) and Trust Policy.
Maintain traceability processes within the department.
Work under the direct / indirect supervision of senior nurses and with other members of the multidisciplinary team to provide the physical and emotional care for both inpatients and outpatients undergoing a variety of endoscopic procedures on the
Endoscopy Department and any other department where endoscopic procedures are undertaken. Ability to work in all areas of the Endoscopy Departments within the Trust – clean and dirty decontamination, theatre, recovery and admissions cross site. Ability to work flexibly to cover all shift patterns on the unit including evenings and weekends.
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MAIN TASKS REQUIRED OF THE POST
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Main Tasks
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To operate the equipment necessary for the decontamination of endoscopic equipment according to manufacturer guidelines, Standard Operating
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To participate effectively in the preparation, maintenance, cleaning and disinfecting of all equipment and procedure rooms.
To ensure endoscopy equipment is prepared and working for each procedure.
To decontaminate all equipment after each procedure.
Prioritise and process endoscopes to facilitate the smooth running of lists.
To handle hazardous chemicals on a daily basis according to COSHH guidelines and Trust policies.
To have a good understanding of all policies and procedures relevant to the safe decontamination and use of endoscopic equipment and the traceability processes involved.
To maintain traceability of all equipment according to SOP and Trust Policy using paper and computerised tools.
To be competent in the use of all aspects of the traceability system including labelling and barcoding of scopes and staff members.
To maintain accurate records of all chemicals used within the decontamination process.
Carry out the daily checks on the Automated Endoscopic Reprocessors
(AER) and Drying Cabinets and act on any faults / problems identified.
To be responsible for the stock control of equipment necessary for the reprocessing and availability of endoscopic equipment.
To participate in the training and assessment of all levels of staff in the decontamination area and throughout the department within the limits of their role. To supervise the work of less experienced members of staff in the decontamination area and other areas of the department within the limits of their role.
To trouble shoot and report faults of equipment in line with manufacturer guidelines, SOP and Trust Policy.
To maintain records of repairs to equipment within the department.
To liaise with internal and external engineers to ensure the safe working of decontamination equipment.
To escalate to senior members of staff any faults identified that may prevent the safe reprocessing and availability of endoscopic equipment.
To organise transport of equipment and endoscopes between sites
To act as patients advocate during invasive procedures.
To ensure patient’s privacy and dignity are maintained at all times. To assist as directed clinical staff during procedures involving sedation and/or local anaesthesia or general anaesthesia.
To monitor and record accurately patient observations.
To comply with Trust policy regarding the handling and storage of medicines.
To participate in admission, recovery and discharge of all endoscopy patients, in accordance with unit policies and patient pathways, reporting to qualified staff as directed.
To be aware of their own limitations in dealing with potentially difficult and/or sensitive situations.
Prepare procedure and examination rooms.
Ensure supply of relevant stock and participate in stock control and rotation.
Cannulate patients following appropriate training and assessment.
Perform any other tasks deemed necessary
Communication and working Relationships
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Ensure good communication skills with all levels of staff.
Ability to work as part of the team.
Ability to work independently and use own initiative within the limits of the role
Maintain professionalism when dealing with patients, work colleagues and other professionals visiting the Trust.
Act as a role model teaching best practice to all members of the team.
Be able to share / disseminate information and teach all levels of staff.
Ensure that patient care is optimised by communicating relevant information in a timely and accurate fashion.
Liaise effectively with wards and other departments to ensure smooth running of endoscopy lists.
Effectively use department paper records and computerised databases.
Maintain confidentiality at all times in accordance with Trust Policy.
Research/Training and Development.
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To be responsible for the self-development of skills and competencies through participation in training and development activities and to maintain up to date technical and professional knowledge relevant to the post.
To attend any training deemed necessary for the role
General House Keeping duties
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Maintain the cleanliness of the department and equipment within the department. Complete daily checks / cleaning records in area of work
Understand the principles of stock rotation and participate in stock control including ordering, receiving and storage of equipment and goods used in endoscopic procedures, decontamination areas, theatres, kitchens and other areas of the department.
Ensure availability of any ancillary equipment e.g. laundry, Sunlight products and cleaning goods liaising with other departments as necessary to obtain supplies. Ensure availability of paperwork within the unit as necessary.
This list of duties is not intended to be exhaustive, but indicates the main areas of work and may be subject to change after consultation with the post-holder to meet the changing needs of the service
Personal Responsibilities
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To maintain confidentiality in all aspects of work
To maintain Trust policy regarding Control of Infections
To undertake training re Manual Handling and adhere to principals taught
To follow Health and Safety policies relevant to working environment and attend mandatory updates in accordance with Trust policy
Undertake duties that you have received appropriate training for and have been deemed competent
To adhere to Trust policies and procedures
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Contribute to the development of clinical area, through contribution of new ideas to improve patient care/experience
Managing Self
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Participate in regular supervision
Attend all mandatory training
Participate annually identifying, developing and agreeing your development plan with your Line Manager using the Trust Appraisal
Comply with all Trust policies, procedures and protocols
Carry out duties with due regard to the Trust’s Equal Opportunity Policy
Seek advice and support from Line Manager whenever necessary
Maintain professional conduct including appearance at all times
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Undertake all such reasonable other duties as may be required as part of the role.
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HEALTH AND SAFETY
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Healthcare Associated Infection
Healthcare workers have an overriding duty of care to patients and are expected to comply fully with best practice standards. You have a responsibility to comply with
Trust policies for personal and patient safety and for prevention of healthcareassociated infection (HCAI); this includes a requirement for rigorous and consistent compliance with Trust policies for hand hygiene including the ‘naked below the elbow’ approach, use of personal protective equipment and safe disposal of sharps.
Knowledge, skills and behaviour in the workplace should reflect this; at annual appraisal you will be asked about the application of practical measures known to be effective in reducing HCAI. The Trust has the responsibility of ensuring that adequate resources are available for you to discharge your responsibilities.
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Safeguarding
The Trust has in place both a Safeguarding Children Policy and a Safeguarding
Adults Policy in line with national legislation.
The Safeguarding Policies place a duty upon every employee who has contact with children, families and adults in their everyday work to safeguard and promote their welfare. In the event that you have concerns about possible harm to any child or adult you should contact your line manager immediately or in their absence your
Assistant Divisional Director. Out of hours contact should be made with the on-call manager through switchboard.
The Trust has nominated Safeguarding Leads who act as contact points for support and advice if concerns are raised about a child or adults welfare. These individuals can be reached through switchboard during office hours by asking for the Named
Professionals for Safeguarding Children or Adults respectively.
The policies and procedures described below are located on the intranet and internet site and you should ensure you are aware of, understand and comply with these. In addition the Trust will publicise and raise awareness of its arrangements and provide
appropriate resources and training.
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CHFT Safeguarding Children Policy
Safeguarding Board Procedures for Adults
(www.kirklees.gov.uk/safeguardingadults or www.calderdale.gov.uk)
PROBATIONARY PERIODS
All staff new to the Trust are required to undergo a 6 month probationary period
(except medical staff and staff on temporary or fixed term contracts for 6 months or less who are subject to separate arrangements).
All existing Trust staff transferring internally to a new post within the Trust are required to undergo a modified probationary period of 3 months.
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EQUALITY IMPACT
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust aims to design and implement services, policies and measures that meet the diverse needs of our service, population and workforce, ensuring that none are placed at a disadvantage over others. We therefore aim to ensure that in both employment and services no individual is discriminated against by reason of their gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or religious/philosophical belief or marital status.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
DESIRABLE
QUALIFICATIONS
Educated to GCSE or equivalent level Endoscopy specific training/competencies. NVQ2/3 Customer Care
EXPERIENCE
Clinical experience within a healthcare setting
Dealing with the public
Lifting and handling
Infection control
Food hygiene
Resuscitation
Customer care
TRAINING
SPECIAL
KNOWLEDGE /
EXPERTISE
PRACTICAL /
INTELLECTUAL
SKILLS.
ADDITIONAL
REQUIREMENTS
Previous employment within a healthcare environment Technical knowledge re endoscopic equipment
Skills in decontamination
Literacy skills
Moving and handling
Evidence of fine motor skills
Competent to monitor patient,undertake observations
Record keeping
Manipulation of fine instruments and delicate equipment Ability to work as a team member
Ability to work in a busy environment
Good communication skills
Able to use own initiative as necessary Aware of own limitations/level of competence Plan delegated workload
HOW
IDENTIFIED
Application
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Copies of
Qualification
Certificates
Application
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Interview
References
Application
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Application
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Interview
Application
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Interview
GENERAL
Interview.
Able to fulfill the health requirements of the post as identified in the Job
Description, taking into account any reasonable adjustments recommended by Occupational
Health
Health at Work
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Must be eligible to work in the UK.
HEALTH
Undertake further practical training
Application
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Ability to work in various locations throughout the network of services provided by Calderdale and
Huddersfield Foundation Trust
Have an awareness of all
Trust policies and procedures. Interview
