Description
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Registered Nurse with Endoscopy experience to join our dedicated team at Practice Plus Group Hospital Ilford as a Bank Endoscopy Nurse. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a modern, patient-focused Endoscopy service, supporting patients throughout their journey while enjoying the flexibility that bank work offers.
As our Bank Endoscopy Nurse, you'll be responsible for assessing patient care needs, planning and delivering high-quality nursing care, and supporting patients before, during and after endoscopy procedures.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you'll rotate across different areas of the Endoscopy Department, including procedure rooms, pre-assessment and recovery. You'll play a key role in ensuring patients receive safe, compassionate and effective care while maintaining the highest clinical standards.
Main duties of the job
- Delivering safe, individualised nursing care to Endoscopy patients.
- Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care.
- Supporting patients undergoing both sedated and non-sedated procedures.
- Providing pre and post-procedure advice and patient education.
- Working across procedure rooms, recovery and pre-assessment services.
- Maintaining accurate patient records using clinical systems and documentation processes.
- Supporting safe medication management in line with hospital policies.
- Contributing to clinical governance, audit and quality improvement activities.
- Supporting colleagues, students and junior team members within the department.
- Ensuring compliance with JAG standards and best practice guidance.
Requirements
- Evidence of ongoing personal and professional development.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
- Evidence of competence within Endoscopy practice.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.
- Flexible approach to working patterns and service requirements.
- Theatre practitioner experience - desirable.
- Understanding of quality, governance and regulatory requirements within Endoscopy services - desirable.
- Awareness of the Care Standards Act and current best practice guidance - desirable.
What you can expect in return
- A bank rate of £22.98 per hour
- Flexible shifts to suit your availability
- Opportunity to work within a high performing clinical team
- Supportive working environment focused on quality patient care