Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
STUDENT NURSE
WELCOME PACK
1|Page
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell
Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
Contents
Overview of the endoscopy unit ……………………………………………...…………3
Key Personnel and useful numbers……………….………………………………………4
Endoscopy staff list………………………………….………………………………………5
Mentors………………………………………………………………………………...……..6
Endoscopy Unit Philosophy…………………………...…………………………………...7
Shift Patterns, sickness, Housekeeping, Breaks and Dress code…...…………….….8
Mentoring arrangements and Expectations of student …………………………………9
Examples of pathways of care……………………………………………....……………10
Spoke directory and details……………………………………………………………….11
Learning opportunities for students……….……………………………………………..12
Endoscopic procedures and Diagnostic and therapeutic procedures……….………13
Resources available to support learning and useful websites………..………………14
The placement charter……………………………………………………………….…....15
Guidance for Raising Concern…………….……………………………………………..16
STUDENT NURSE PLACEMENT (LOCAL EVALUATION)…………….……….……17
2|Page
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell
Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
Overview of the endoscopy unit
The Endoscopy unit is situated on the first floor of the Turnburg building, red area;
we are part of the medical services at Salford Royal Hospital Trust.
The unit is made up of a13 bedded admissions and recovery areas and 4 clinical
procedure rooms. There are staff toilets, a kitchen and lockers available. The unit is
open 8.00am – 9pm Monday to Friday and 8.30am-5.00pm on Saturdays.
The 4 rooms run in correlation with each other morning, afternoons and evenings
also there may be lists running in X-ray and theatre. A variety of doctors carry out the
procedures these include surgeons, medics, general practitioners and a nurse
Endoscopist.
On the unit we care for patients with a variety of conditions including:
GI cancers
GI bleed patients
Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis
Alcohol related/Liver disease
As a unit we work closely with other members of the multi-disciplinary team,
including radiology staff and GI specialist nurses. Whilst on the unit students will
have the opportunity to work with all other members to enhance their learning
objectives.
3|Page
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell
Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
Key Personnel
Useful Contacts:
 Practice Education Link (PEL) – Amanda Jenkins – 0161 206 5959
amanda.jenkins@srft.nhs.uk
 Practice Education Facilitator (PEF) – Mike Hollinshead - 0161 206 8223
 Link Lecturer – Imelda Jenkins – 0161 295 7294
 Ward Manager – Kate Pinder – 0161 206 5959 k.pinder@srft.nhs.co.uk
 Clinical Director- Dr Conlin
Useful Numbers
Endoscopy Unit – 0161 206 5959 or 0161 206 4998.
Crash Call: 2222
Help Desk: 64500
4|Page
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell
Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
Endoscopy staff list
NURSING STAFF
MEDICAL TEAM
SURGICAL TEAM
Sr Kate pinder
Dr Conlin
Mr Watson
Sr Victoria Worthington
Dr Ang
Mr Slade
Sn Carrie Cumbers
Dr Robinson
Mr Lees
Sn Theresa Sangalola
Professor Hamdy
Professor Carlson
Sn Jo Golden
Dr Ang
Mr Anderson
Sn Zoe Hewitt
Dr Warner
Mr Vickers
Cn Tom Emmison
Dr Luces
Miss Formela
Sn Wendy Plant
Dr Pramanik
Miss Melhado
Sn Evelyn Austin
Sr Atkins
Mr Goscimski
Sn Karen Bailey
Dr Paine
Mr Epstein
Sn Wendy Clarkson-leach
Dr Williams
Mr Soop
Sn Amanda Jenkins
Dr Azim
Sn kudakwashe Ruth Gomwe
Dr Koss
Nurse Endoscopist
Sn Denise Coleman
Dr Habib
Sr Sally Atkins
Sn Jennifer Burgess
Sr Kate Pinder
Sn Jennifer Walker
Sr Sharon Baines (in training)
Sn Christine T
Sn Julie Higgs
Sn Adrienne Tabener
Sw Sandra Foley
5|Page
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell
Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
Sw Lamie Mcance
Sw Rogelio
Sw Amy Switzer
Sw Christine Kellet
Sw Tess
Sw Lorna Wilkinson
Mentors
Mentors on the unit are:
Mentor Team One
Mentor Team Two
Kate Pinder
Sharon Baines
Tom Emmison
Wendy Plant
Amanda Jenkins
Julie Higgs
Carrie Cumbers
Zoe Hewitt
Christine Taylor
6|Page
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell
Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
Endoscopy Unit Philosophy
On the Endoscopy unit we aim to provide a happy and supportive team. All staff on
the unit are valued as individuals, regardless of band or status.
An important aspect of our role is to provide optimal care to enhance the quality of
life for patients undergoing diagnostic or therapeutic endoscopy procedures.
We recognise the importance of providing care, which is evidence based to enable
us to meet JAG guidelines. It is our desire to create a good learning environment for
student nurses and recognise that we can all learn from each other using every
opportunity to promote learning.
We recognise that all patients are individuals and ensure that all religious and
cultural beliefs are taken into consideration when visiting the unit. We endeavour to
maintain the privacy and dignity of patients and guarantee confidentiality.
The unit strives for excellent communication within the team in order to meet the
holistic needs of the patient.
We try and make patients feel welcomed, and hope to create a pleasant, calm and
friendly environment throughout their journey.
7|Page
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell
Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
Shift Patterns, sickness, Housekeeping, Breaks and Dress code
On endoscopy the shift patterns are:
 8.45am – 5.00pm
Monday – Friday
 8.30am – 8.30pm
3 Long Days plus a half day (to be agreed with mentor)
 8.30am – 5.00pm
Weekends
Sickness:
If you are unable to attend work due to sickness would you please contact the unit
before 8.30am on 0161-206-5959. You must inform your university the dates of
sickness and absence; the unit will also liaise with the university.
Housekeeping:
Lockers and a changing room are available for use.
Breaks:
Lunch
 12.00pm – 2.00pm (incorporating a 45 minute break)
Teatime
 4.00pm – 5.00pm (incorporating a 15 minute break)
Uniform:
 Student uniform must be worn.
 Hair must be tied up and off your collar.
 Plain stud earrings and plain wedding band are acceptable.
 Full, plain black appropriate shoes
 Bare below the elbow
 Maintain good hygiene
8|Page
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell
Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
Mentoring arrangements
 You will be allocated a mentor prior to commencing on the unit with whom we will
try to ensure you will work for a minimum of 40% of your placement.
 You and your mentor will complete paperwork at the beginning, middle and end
of your placement.
 We as a team want to assist you in achieving your learning outcomes, so if you
really want to see or learn anything, then please ask. We have a selection of
learning resources on the unit and all staff are willing to assist with your learning
objectives.
 We expect all staff to treat students as individuals and make them feel part of the
team.
 Active participation in students learning experiences.
Expectations of students
 All documentation to be brought in daily.
 Any problems or concerns are brought to the attention of your mentor or ward
manager immediately.
 Decide in conjunction with your mentor suitable dates for reviews and
assessments.
 Willingness to learn and active participation.
 Good time keeping.
9|Page
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell
Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
Examples of pathways of care
H8
(Intest
inal
failure
Unit)
L2
(Gastr
oenter
ology
Ward)
Radiol
ogy
(ERCP
,
Virtual
colono
scopy,
X-ray)
Speci
alist
IBD
Nurse
Speci
alist
Stom
a
Nurse
Theat
re
ENDO
SCOPY
EAU
(Emer
gency
Asses
sment
Unit)
MDT
Meeti
ng
MIU
(Medi
cal
Invest
igatio
n
Unit)
Speci
alist
Upper
&
Lower
GI
Nurse
10 | P a g e
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell
Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
Spoke directory and details
Spoke
Link or Contact
Contact Number
L2 – (Gastroenterology)
Dave
61902
H8 (Intestinal failure Unit)
Jackie Varden
64521
MIU – (Medical investigation unit)
64884 / 64683
EAU – (emergency assessment unit)
64908
Radiology
Lisa/Jackie
65739
Upper specialist nurse
Michelle Eden
07623604196
Lower specialist nurse
Vicky Kenyon
07623621421
Stoma specialist nurse
Amanda smith
07623937321
Virtual colonoscopy
Madulla
61300
Specialist IBD Nurse
Grace Hamill
64023
11 | P a g e
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell
Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
Learning opportunities for students
 Gain basic knowledge of A&P of the GI tract - All levels
 Admit patients into recovery prior to procedure under supervision-All levels
 Follow patient’s journey from admission to discharge-All levels.
 Recover and discharge patients post procedure under supervision-All levels.
 Gain basic knowledge of procedures-All levels.
 Connecting and disconnecting of endoscopes-All levels.
 Gain understanding of how and why we decontaminate equipment-All levels.
 Assist with rectal banding- Level two, three.
 Documentation during procedure-Level two, three.
 Manage small lists under supervision-Level three.
 Taking biopsies-Level two, three.
 Correct labelling of samples-Level two, three.
 Maintaining patients airway (Head end)-Level two, three.
 Engage in effective communication throughout the patients journey/experienceAll levels.
 Communicating effectively with members of the MDT- Level two, three.
 Preparation for endoscopy list i.e. drugs, stock, etc- All levels.
 ERCP, EUS-Gain greater depth of knowledge- Level three.
12 | P a g e
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell
Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
Endoscopic Procedures
Gastroscopy
Colonoscopy
Ileoscopy
Enteroscopy
Sigmoidoscopy
Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
Endoscopic retrograde cholangio pancreatography (ERCP)
Percutaneous and Endoscopic Gastrostomy (P.E.G)
Diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
Biopsy
Polypectomy
Endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR)
Banding of varicies
Dilatation
Banding of haemharroids
Injection of ulcers
Gastric and colonic clipping
Sphincterotomies
Trawling of bile ducts
Bilary and pancreatic stenting
ESD/EMR
RFA
13 | P a g e
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell
Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
Resources available to support learning and useful websites
Where to find resources
Files and resources are available in the student area in the kitchen / staff room.
Useful Websites
Salford University website
http://www.salford.ac.uk/nmsw
British Society of Gastroenterology
www.bsg.org.uk
Salford Royal Web site
www.srft.nhs.uk
Royal college of Nursing
http://www.rcn.org.uk/
The Nursing and Midwifery Council
www.nmc-uk.org
Nursing Times
www.nursingtimes
14 | P a g e
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell
Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
The Placement Charter
15 | P a g e
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell
Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
Guidance for Raising Concern
16 | P a g e
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell
Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
STUDENT NURSE PLACEMENT (LOCAL EVALUATION)
Dear Student Colleague:
In order for us to continually improve the educational opportunities we provide you
during your placement we need to know what you thought. Please could you
complete the questions below. We would appreciate it if you could be as honest as
possible. This will allow us to assess and improve any areas which are not meeting
your needs.
Placement Area…………………………..
evaluation………………………………
1.
I was provided with a helpful orientation and basic
safety induction on my first day of placement
Date of
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Comment below:
2.
I was able to find out who my mentor was in advance,
and I met my mentor on my first day on placement
Comment below:
3.
I was actively encouraged to observe or participate in
new activities relevant to my learning
outcomes/competencies
Comment below:
17 | P a g e
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell
Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
4.
I had opportunities to work with members of the
multidisciplinary team (for instances on spoke
placements)
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Comment below:
5.
I was actively encouraged to participate in the
delivery of care, with an appropriate level of
supervision
Comment below:
6.
At least 40% of my placement time (2 days or 15
hours per week) were spent directly or indirectly
supervised by my mentor
Comment below:
7.
I was given regular formal and informal feedback on
my progress
Comment below:
18 | P a g e
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell
Updated Friday, 27 March 2015
8.
My initial, mid-point (if appropriate) and final
interviews were completed on time
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Comments below:
9.
My practice assessment documentation was fully
completed accurately and on time
Comments below:
10.
My skills and knowledge have increased as a result
of my placement learning experiences
Comments below:
19 | P a g e
Updated By: Amanda Jenkins, Jessica Buckley, Nicoll Braisdell