Job summary Eastbourne District General Hospital has a busy thriving Endoscopy unit. We have a new state of the art JAG accredited purpose built department which provides Endoscopy procedures to inpatient and outpatients under taking both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. We work closely with our clinicians to provide a patient focused service. This exciting opportunity has risen for highly motivated and enthusiastic registered nurses to join our innovative team. Our evolving department offers a superb Endoscopy specific training programme. The successful applicant will have a six week supernumerary/induction plan. We are committed to providing staff with learning and development opportunities to support their career progression. Main duties of the job To participate within the multi-disciplinary team in delivering appropriate safe patient care in a timely fashion working towards the role of Team Leader providing clinical expertise ensuring the delivery of appropriate safe patient care. About us We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes. In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'. In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come. Date posted 17 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 374-LVB1612-A Job locations Eastbourne District General Hospital King's Drive Eastbourne BN21 2UD Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Evidence of diploma level / degree level study Registered General Nurse on the NMC register Evidence of continual professional development Desirable ECDL Qualification Experience Essential Generic pre-registration experience in a care environment An understanding of the NHS Ability to undertake further training and development Knowledge of quality, audit and research Ability to manage a clinical case load Demonstrate an up-to-date skills inventory to include Basic Life Support, drug calculation and use of infusion equipment Desirable Previous experience of chosen speciality Previous experience of working in a hospital setting Good IT skills Skills & Knowledge Essential Ability to carry out a full range of nursing practice Good communication skills - both verbal and non-verbal Ability to prioritise and organise own and others workload Basic Life Support Competent in drug calculation and use of infusion equipment Basic IT skills - knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook Ability to support and teach junior staff Desirable Additional skills & knowledge appropriate to specialty Person Specification Qualifications Essential Evidence of diploma level / degree level study Registered General Nurse on the NMC register Evidence of continual professional development Desirable ECDL Qualification Experience Essential Generic pre-registration experience in a care environment An understanding of the NHS Ability to undertake further training and development Knowledge of quality, audit and research Ability to manage a clinical case load Demonstrate an up-to-date skills inventory to include Basic Life Support, drug calculation and use of infusion equipment Desirable Previous experience of chosen speciality Previous experience of working in a hospital setting Good IT skills Skills & Knowledge Essential Ability to carry out a full range of nursing practice Good communication skills - both verbal and non-verbal Ability to prioritise and organise own and others workload Basic Life Support Competent in drug calculation and use of infusion equipment Basic IT skills - knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook Ability to support and teach junior staff Desirable Additional skills & knowledge appropriate to specialty 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 East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust Address Eastbourne District General Hospital King's Drive Eastbourne BN21 2UD Employer's website http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)