Endoscopy Nurse LOCATION: JACE Private Hospital / Day Procedure Unit, GREYSTEEL HOURS: 30-37.5hrs per week SALARY: £33,000-£37,000 depending on experience CLOSING DATE:29th May 2026) Professional Registration & Compliance (ESSENTIAL) Registered Nurse (Adult) with the NMC Up-to-date NMC revalidation, CPD, and mandatory training Evidence of right to work and compliance with RQIA employment checks Knowledge of NMC Code, Duty of Candour, GDPR, safeguarding Clinical Experience (ESSENTIAL) Minimum 3+ post-registration experience in an acute clinical setting Experience in at least one of the following: Endoscopy Theatre Surgical ward Day procedure unit Ability to care for patients undergoing gastroscopy, colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, and minor therapeutic procedures Endoscopy-Specific Competence (ESSENTIAL) Understanding of the endoscopy patient pathway (pre-assessment ? procedure ? recovery ? discharge) Ability to assist with: Scope handling Biopsy collection Polypectomy support Snare and diathermy safety Specimen labelling and documentation Knowledge of JAG standards, decontamination principles, and infection control Ability to recognise and respond to complications such as: Bleeding Perforation Sedation-related airway compromise Sedation & Airway Management (ESSENTIAL) Competent in monitoring sedated patients Ability to recognise oversedation and airway obstruction Skilled in basic airway manoeuvres (jaw thrust, OPA/NPA) ILS certification (or willingness to complete on appointment) Understanding of sedation scoring tools (e.g., Ramsay) Monitoring & Patient Assessment (ESSENTIAL) Competent in ECG, SpO2, BP, respiratory rate, and ETCO2 monitoring Ability to assess patient stability pre- and post-procedure Knowledge of early warning scores and escalation pathways Ability to provide safe discharge criteria for day-case endoscopy Infection Prevention & Decontamination (ESSENTIAL) Strong understanding of infection control principles Knowledge of endoscope decontamination workflow (even if not performing it) Ability to maintain a clean, safe clinical environment Awareness of HTM 01-06 and JAG decontamination standards Documentation & Governance (ESSENTIAL) Accurate documentation aligned with NMC and RQIA standards Understanding of consent, capacity, and patient information requirements Ability to report incidents and near misses (Datix or equivalent) Awareness of audit processes (JAG audits, scope traceability, safety checks) Communication & Teamwork (ESSENTIAL) Excellent communication with endoscopists, ODPs, HCAs, and recovery staff Ability to provide clear patient information and reassurance Strong teamwork skills in a fast-paced, procedure-driven environment Ability to prioritise and manage multiple patients safely Personal Qualities (ESSENTIAL) Calm, professional, and patient-centred Strong attention to detail Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team Commitment to continuous improvement and high-quality care (HIGHLY DESIRABLE) JAG-recognised Endoscopy Course Cannulation and IV drug administration Experience in decontamination units Previous private healthcare experience Please note:An Access NI enhanced disclosure check (including information held by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)) will be required for this job role. The DBS barred lists are maintained by the Disclosure and Barring Service. There are two of them one is a list of people who have been barred from working with children, and the other is a list of people who have been barred from working with vulnerable adults. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining the position. JACE Medical adhere to internal policies on the recruitment of ex-offenders and on the secure handling, use, and storage and retention of disclosure information. All checks are processed in line with the Access NI code of practice.
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