Job summary We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Endoscopy Nurse to join our dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, assisting with a wide range of endoscopic procedures while ensuring the highest standards of patient care. The successful candidate will play a key role in pre-assessment, procedure support, and post-procedure care, contributing to the efficiency of our endoscopy services. If you are passionate about delivering excellent patient care and eager to develop your skills in a supportive team, we encourage you to apply. Main duties of the job Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care pathways to ensure safe, high-quality patient care. Act as a patient advocate, ensuring comfort and dignity throughout the endoscopic procedure. Administer medications safely, in line with Trust policies and legal regulations. Provide clear and compassionate communication to patients and their families regarding procedures, aftercare, and concerns. Act as a Team Leader, supporting and mentoring staff in their professional development. Supervise and train new team members, including registered nurses, HCAs, and students. Promote teamwork and collaboration within the department to improve efficiency and patient outcomes. Be fully competent in the decontamination and disinfection of endoscopes and accessories, ensuring adherence to infection control guidelines. Ensure the correct preparation and handling of endoscopic equipment before, during, and after procedures. Assist consultants and endoscopists during procedures, ensuring a smooth workflow. Work in accordance with JAG accreditation standards and Trust policies. Ensure documentation and record-keeping meet legal and professional standards. Comply with infection control protocols and health & safety regulations. Contribute to service improvement initiatives and audits to enhance patient care. Participate in training and development programs. About us We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress. Date posted 27 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 390-CSS-BR-9560 Job locations Broomfield Court Road Chelmsford CM17ET Job description Job responsibilities For more details on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached job description and person specification. We look forward to your application Job description Job responsibilities For more details on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached job description and person specification. We look forward to your application Person Specification Experience Essential experience and knowlegde about endoscopy Desirable NMC pin Passion towards the job Essential Willingness to learn Desirable Work experience and NMC pin Person Specification Experience Essential experience and knowlegde about endoscopy Desirable NMC pin Passion towards the job Essential Willingness to learn Desirable Work experience and NMC pin Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Broomfield Court Road Chelmsford CM17ET Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)