Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Registered Endoscopy Nurse to deliver high-quality patient care as part of the Endoscopy Team.
The role involves working in all areas of Endoscopy, including pre-assessment, admission, and recovery of patients, using specialized equipment, and providing technical support during endoscopy procedures.
Main Duties
The primary aim of the Endoscopy Unit is to provide a high-quality, comprehensive endoscopy facility for patients. The successful candidate will participate in the traceability and maintenance of endoscopes and undertake pre-assessment for patients prior to their admission.
Responsibilities include:
* Preparation of endoscopy rooms and equipment needed for clinics
* Supervising junior staff as appropriate
* Assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for individual and groups of patients
* Reporting the condition of patients to medical staff and liaising with medical staff
Qualifications
* Registered with the NMC
* Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
* MSPP or Equivalent
* Gastrointestinal nurses course
* Diploma/Degree in Health-related subject
Experience
* Understanding the role of the Endoscopy Nurse
* Experience of Clinical Governance and Audit
* Experience of working in partnership with consultants to deliver clinical care
* Awareness of current nursing issues
Knowledge and Skills
* Ability to work as a team member
* The ability to prioritize workload and patient care needs
* Basic IT skills
* Venepuncture and cannulation skills
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when a sufficient number of applications have been received. The closing date is 17 October 2025.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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