Staff Nurse Endoscopy - UPMC Whitfield
Location: UPMC Whitfield Hospital
Job type: Permanent
Overview of role:
To work as a member of a team of nurses in UPMC Whitfield Hospital Endoscopy Unit providing high quality, patient centred care for patients and their families.
To develop and maintain good relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team and to work closely with nursing colleagues developing innovative practice within the unit delivering evidence-based care.
To develop specialist knowledge of nursing practice relating to Endoscopy.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Clinical:
* Take
responsibility for all equipment such as endoscopy monitors, Dinamaps,
suction apparatus, diathermy machines, light source and photographic
printer and ensure that suction lines, water bottles and tubing are
attached to suction machines.
* Ensure
the updating of the Endoscopy register and ensure the Endoscopy list is
checked with PIMS and the correct patient details are also on Endobase
System.
* To
monitor safe and economic use of all supplies, considering at all times
the budgetary implications of implementing care and treatments.
* Be
familiar with stock management at unit level and how to access/order stock
whilst always maintaining adequate stock levels to meet daily
requirements.
* Ensure
the patient is attached to the monitoring equipment and oxygen and placed
in the correct position.
* To
assist the Anaesthetist and consultant with drug preparation and any
checks necessary.
* To
adhere to the "time out" policy.
* To
assist with biopsies, thus ensuring patients stays in the correct position
and observing airway and vital signs.
* Check
biopsy specimens and laboratory forms with another nurse ensuring the
correct patient details are filled.
* Ensure
that when a procedure is completed, that all the relevant documentation is
completed by the consultant, anaesthetist, and nurses. On completion, the
patient is then transferred back to the Ambulatory Day Ward
accompanied by a nurse and porter or other clinical staff member.
* To
follow the policy re processing and cleaning of scopes.
* To
ensure that all Specimens are brought to the lab and checked with
laboratory staff.
* To
ensure that there is an accurate recording of start and finish times for
each procedure, including the name of the Anaesthetist, if applicable.
* Ensure
the Medication Management Policy is adhered to by all staff.
* To
ensure that any necessary learning opportunities or incidences are
reported in a timely manner on the hospital reporting system, viclarity.
General:
* Mentor
new clinical staff and new nonclinical staff. Support and guide all
colleagues when needed.
* Liaise
with link lecturers from affiliated nurse education departments with
particular regard to developing and maintaining UPMC Whitfield Hospital as
a recognised Learning Environment for student nurses.
* Develop
and maintain effective communication and interpersonal relationships with
all members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure a good team spirit
and collaborative working practices.
* Support
the unit manager by meeting agreed responsibilities as set out by the Unit
Manager, Assistant director of Nursing or the Director of Nursing at any
time.
* Maintain
high standards of communication, both written and verbal at all times.
Have a working knowledge of all ABA publications to include the Scope of
Practice Framework and Code of Professional Misconduct.
* Maintain
own professional registration and submit to Assistant Director of Nursing
for verification annually.
* Develop
and maintain a high level of knowledge of the following and always
practice within the guidelines and policies written at both unit and
Hospital level:
* Clinical
risk reporting policy
* Occupational
Health
* Facilities
Management
* Patient
Moving and Handling
* Resuscitation
/ Basic Life Support
* Health
and Safety
* Departmental
Financial & Budgetary Controls
* Patient
Complaints procedure
* Falls
Management programme
* It is
the responsibility of all UPMC Whitfield Hospital employees to ensure they
are aware of and competent in the reporting of Hospital Risk and all
Health and Safety concerns.
* Undertake
a pro-active approach in achieving and maintaining accreditation standards
within UPMC Whitfield Hospital and have an in-depth knowledge of
departmental and hospital-wide policies.
* Develop
appropriate IT skills to enable you to work in an efficient manner within
the clinical environment.
* Have a
working knowledge of Isoft, Lab Information System and all other
appropriate systems.
* Continually
risk assesses the unit environment to ensure the safety of all patients,
relatives and staff members. Report any accidents, incidents or complaints
according to Hospital Guidelines and Policies.
Professional
Accountability and Development:
* Ensure
you remain professionally updated and ensure care in all areas is
delivered in line with the latest research to promote evidence-based
practice. Actively participate in research where appropriate for the
benefit of patients.
* Provide
a supportive and learning environment in the Hospital, which enables the
educational and professional development needs of staff to be met.
* Ensure
that statutory rules, guidelines, and legislation are understood and
complied with.
* Ensure
that standards of care are safeguarded, and all staff are aware of the
need for patients and clients. High quality care is recognised as of
primary importance.
* Act as
a positive role model with regards to the Hospital ethos.
Quality
& Audit:
* Participate
as required in clinical audit and research activity within the field,
promoting a positive attitude towards the implementation of evidence-
based practice.
* Undertake
research/ clinical audit as necessary, critically analyse and provide
written reports of the same.
* Participate
in local audits in preparation for annual accreditation.
* Work
closely with the Quality and Patient Safety team, ensuring the department
is meeting accreditation standards at all times.
Health
and Safety:
* To
uphold UPMC Whitfield Hospital's policy requirements in relation to Fire,
Infection Prevention and Control and Health and Safety at Work regulations
and to attend updates.
* Identify
potential risks for all staff, patients and visitors and adhere to
relevant incident reporting procedures.
* To
observe a general duty of care for the health, safety and well-being of
self, work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in
addition to any specific risk management associated with this post.
Qualifications & Experience:
The Post
holder must hold the following to fulfil the requirements of this post:
* Be
Registered General Nurse with The Nursing and Midwifery Bord of Ireland
(NMBI).
* Previous
Endoscopy Qualification – desirable.
* At
least 1 year's post registration experience – essential.
* Evidence
of ongoing CPD.
Equal
Opportunity Statement and Benefits
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment
for all employees.
At UPMC we provide a total rewards program
that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities
for all our colleagues.
Compensation – Competitive pay for the work employees do – base pay, performance related pay
and premium pay where applicable.
Benefits –
Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension
Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover
for all employees up to the age of 66.
Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of
UPMC through our annual ACES programme.
Work-Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible
working opportunities to support you to work around external family
commitments.
Development
and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach
their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.
About
UPMC
UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical
centre committed to delivering people-focused care that's close to home.
Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh
Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through
clinical and technological innovation, research and education.
UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across
continents through its UPMC International division — an owned and operated
network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and
Croatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty
services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to
more people in more places around the world.
In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since
2006. UPMC's operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in
Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in
Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at
the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy
locations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and across
UPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, and
Mayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network. UPMC's
Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny.