We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Band 6 Registered Nurse to support the Endoscopy Alternative Pathway Lead Nurse. This role will focus on developing and delivering alternative diagnostic pathways such as Trans Nasal Endoscopy, Capsule Sponge, Large and Small Bowel capsule. You will be working alongside the Lead Nurse and with all members of the multi-disciplinary team, managing patient care throughout the diagnostic process, and ensuring the service meets the highest standards of clinical care and efficiency
As the Endoscopy Alternative Pathway Specialist Nurse, you will be playing a supportive role in developing the innovative service for the trust alongside the Lead Nurse for the Alternative Pathways. Based on a pre-defined inclusion / exclusion criteria, you will be making clinical decisions regarding which patients are fit and appropriate to undergo Capsule Sponge / Large and Small Bowel Capsule testing. You will also be assisting with Trans Nasal procedures.
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
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This advert closes on Sunday 1 Feb 2026