Endoscopy Nurse

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Bangor; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is seeking a dedicated nurse to join the Endoscopy Unit at Ysbyty Gwynedd, POAC Endoscopy. The role is full-time and suitable for Band 5, Student Nurse, or returning professionals who want to contribute to high-quality endoscopy care.

You will work within a varied team, provide pre-assessment support, and help deliver safe, patient-centred services across diagnostic, therapeutic and surveillance endoscopy procedures. Welsh or English speakers welcome.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse
• Registered Operating Department Practitioner
• Substantial experience in gastroenterology settings
• Evidence of contributing to practice development
• Diploma or Degree level preferred

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality, patient-focused care in Endoscopy
• Pre-assess patients prior to endoscopy procedures
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team across sites
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation

Skills

Good communication

Present factual information

Accurate patient records

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Practice development

Education

Diploma or Degree level

Tools

Basic IT skills

Job description

Job Overview

Whether you're a Band 5, Student Nurse or already qualified and looking to return to the profession, we have just the opportunity. We are looking to recruit one full-time nurse to our Endoscopy Unit here at Ysbyty Gwynedd, POAC Endoscopy.

Main duties of the job

Betsi Cadwaladr Health Board has access to 8 procedure rooms across the three sites. Our procedures are varied and diverse and include diagnostics, therapeutics and surveillance, gastroscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy , colonoscopy, PEG insertion, bronchoscopy, EBUS, ERCP, Double Balloon Enteroscopy (DBE), all delivering high quality care to our patients.

To succeed, you will need to be committed to delivering high quality, patient focused care, pre assessing patients prior to their endoscopy procedures under guidance.

In return for your skills, enthusiasm and commitment, you can expect some truly excellent development and progression opportunities and a comprehensive induction programme. You’ll also be part of a fantastic and dedicated team that supports each other and operates with consideration and dignity at all times.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr has all the right ingredients. The largest Health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational values and "Proud to Lead" competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Registered General Nurse
• Registered Operating Department Practitioner

Desirable criteria

• Diploma or Degree level or willing to work towards.

Experience

Essential criteria

• Substantial experience working in the gastroenterology setting
• Evidence of contribution to practice development

Desirable criteria

• Experience in Endoscopy nursing
• Evidence of Gastroenterology or Endoscopy course

Skills

Essential criteria

• Good communication skills.
• Able to present factual information
• Able to maintain accurate patient records
• Able to work in multi-disciplinary team setting
• Good interpersonal skills
• Evidence of contributing to practice development

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of professional and NHS issues
• Knowledge in relation to endoscopy practices
• Basic I.T. skills
• Welsh Speaker