Deputy Endoscopy Team Lead (RGN/ODP/Other RHP)

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Main Duties and Responsibilities: In the absence of the Team lead: Support the Team Lead by co-ordinating the endoscopy unit, as part of the leadership team to ensure the smooth running of the patient lists, taking responsibility for staffing levels, audit completion, staff training/ competence, equipment maintenance and staff management. Champion the mandatory use of JETS Workforce as a competency platform. Support the Team Lead and Endoscopy Nurse Manager in establishing effective communication To manage the team including HR processes such as appraisals, 1:1s, team meetings, probation reviews, performance development, performance management and return to work interviews. Seek advice from other Endoscopy Team Leads and escalate operational challenges to the Endoscopy Nurse Manager where appropriate.

Offer advice on nursing practice ensuring the endoscopy team are using current evidence-based practice. Provide safe, quality, evidence-based care within a busy diagnostic Endoscopy Unit. Assess, plan and implement care per local and national policies and guidelines including JAG Participate and assist with endoscopic procedures and the decontamination of endoscopes. Ensure patient safety and comfort during procedures.

Assume accountability of autonomous practice. To support a culture of continuous quality improvement, evaluating standards of care and leading in the implementation of changes and nursing development. Help support nursing research and maintain own knowledge, skills, expertise and experience. Support the lead nurse in the development, maintenance and review of nursing care pathways.

Offer ideas and partake in the formulation of the Endoscopy Unit philosophy, strategy and policy under the guidance of the lead nurse. Supervision, teaching/mentoring of nursing assistants, arrangement of training and mandatory study days. Maintain a Personal Professional Portfolio in accordance with the requirements of NMC and HCPC revalidation. To contribute to the implementation and review of Health and Safety and Security procedures for the benefit of staff and patients by liaison with practice health and safety personnel.

To contribute to the formulation of infection control policies and ensure compliance. To produce and maintain accurate clinical records of treatments and procedures. Management of medical supplies and stock control. Support each unit by cross site working where there is a service requirement.