Clinical Nurse Manager 1 - Endoscopy

• Provide clinical and professional leadership to the nursing team within the Endoscopy Unit.
  




• Coordinate the day-to-day operation of the Endoscopy Department, ensuring safe and efficient patient flow.
  




• Supervise, support and allocate nursing and healthcare staff according to patient needs, workload and skill mix.
  




• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based and patient-centred nursing care before, during and after endoscopic procedures.
  




• Assist with the assessment, preparation, monitoring and recovery of patients undergoing diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures.
  




• Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control, decontamination and patient safety standards within the Endoscopy Unit.
  




• Provide orientation, supervision, mentorship and clinical support to new and existing staff.
  




• Identify staff training needs and facilitate continuing professional development, competency assessment and in-service education.
  




• Ensure all staff comply with hospital policies, procedures, clinical guidelines and NMBI professional standards.
  




• Monitor and maintain accurate clinical documentation, patient records and departmental reports.
  




• Promote effective communication and collaboration with consultants, medical staff, healthcare professionals, patients and their families.
  




• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, risk management and accreditation activities.
  




• Assist in the development, implementation and review of Endoscopy policies, protocols, SOPs and clinical guidelines.
  




• Monitor incidents, complaints and clinical risks, ensuring appropriate escalation, investigation and follow-up.
  




• Ensure appropriate use and availability of clinical equipment, supplies and other departmental resources.
  




• Support effective staff rostering, scheduling and daily allocation to maintain adequate service coverage.
  




• Promote a safe, respectful and supportive working environment for patients, staff and visitors.
  




• Keep up to date with current developments and best practices in Endoscopy Nursing and support their implementation within the department.
  




• Contribute to service development and initiatives aimed at improving patient experience, efficiency, quality and safety.
  

Requirements

• Registered General Nurse with active registration on the General Division of the NMBI Register or eligible for registration.
  




• Minimum 3 years post-registration nursing experience, including at least 1 year of experience in Endoscopy or a related speciality for CNM1 roles.
  




• Demonstrate clinical, managerial and administrative competence appropriate to the CNM1 role.
  




• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
  




• Demonstrable experience in Endoscopy Nursing, including diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
  




• Endoscopy-specific qualification/course is desirable; relevant Foundation Course in Endoscopy/Decontamination may be required or undertaken.
  




• Knowledge of endoscope decontamination standards and infection prevention and control.
  




• Previous management, leadership or in-charge experience is desirable.
  




• Management training/qualification is desirable.
  




• ACLS certification may be desirable depending on the hospital.
  




• Good IT, communication, leadership and multidisciplinary team-working skills.
  

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
  




• Sign-On Bonus
  




• Full-Time, Permanent Employment Contract
  




• Continuous Professional Development and Training Opportunities
  




• Supportive and Collaborative Working Environment
  




• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  




• Excellent Career Progression Opportunities
  




• Free On-Site Parking