Endoscopy Alternative Pathway Specialist Nurse

NHS; Dover; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A large healthcare trust in Dover is seeking an experienced Endoscopy Alternative Pathway Specialist Nurse to support the Lead Nurse in developing alternative diagnostic pathways. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to manage patient care, and clinical decision-making regarding patient eligibility for procedures. Candidates must hold current NMC/HCPC registration and have a minimum of 2 years working experience in a relevant setting. The position promotes high standards of clinical care and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Current NMC/HCPC registration.
• A minimum of 2 years recent experience working at a band five level within a gastroenterology or specialist care setting.
• Completion of Capsule Sponge / Small/Large Bowel Competencies.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Endoscopy Alternative Pathway Lead Nurse.
• Managing patient care throughout the diagnostic process.
• Making clinical decisions on patient eligibility for procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to prioritise workload

Negotiating skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work within a team

Education

Degree relevant to professional registration

Formal teaching or mentoring qualification

Job description

Go back East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Endoscopy Alternative Pathway Specialist Nurse

The closing date is 01 February 2026

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.

Main duties of the job

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.

About us

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.

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• Current NMC/HCPC registration
• Degree relevant to professional registration and area of clinical practice. Or Willing to work towards a degree
• Formal teaching or mentoring qualification
• Completion of Capsule Sponge / Small/Large Bowel Competencies

Experience

• A minimum of 2 years recent experience working at a band five level within a gastroenterology or specialist care setting
• Communication / interpersonal skills both verbally and in writing
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage own time effectively
• Negotiating and influencing skills Able to teach others Able to manage complex and competing issues Able to remain calm under Pressure
• Experience of working with Hospital and basic IT systems
• Understanding of endoscopic procedures and therapies
• Experience of running clinics and follow ups

governance

• Sound Knowledge of endoscopy services
• Ability to problem solve
• Demonstrate self-awareness and critical reflection
• Evidence of service development and delivery in practice
• Evidence of service development and delivery in practice

Other Requirements

• To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values
• Current understanding of key issues facing the NHS both locally and Nationally
• Current understanding of key issues facing the NHS both locally and Nationally

Personal & Professional Attributes

• Ability to work within a team and able to work collaboratively.
• Ability to problem solve
• Demonstrate self-awareness and critical reflection
• Flexibility to meet service needs
• Evidence of service development and delivery in practice
• Evidence of working across boundaries and working with multiple stakeholders

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.

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust