Staff Nurse

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Bradford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Bradford is seeking a dedicated staff nurse for their Endoscopy unit. This full-time role involves delivering high standards of nursing care for patients undergoing endoscopy procedures. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, assist during procedures, and support patients throughout their recovery. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a genuine interest in patient care. Join a team committed to providing exceptional healthcare in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in caring for patients.
• Excellent communication skills in challenging circumstances.
• Ability to manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent nursing care and compassion.
• Assist with endoscopic procedures.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures.
• Ensure the safety and compliance of practices.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage time

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Job description

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to undertake the role of staff nurse within the Endoscopy unit on a full‑time basis.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 staff nurses to work on the new Endoscopy unit. The work is challenging and exciting but equally rewarding. We care for patients with all gastroenterology conditions and the high level of nursing care and expertise involved in caring for these patients will be reflected in the staff:patient ratio.

The post is based at the Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

A structured preceptorship period of training and development will be provided with the support of the Endoscopy Practice Development Nurse.

Brief Description of the Unit

The Endoscopy Unit is based at BRI located on two floors, level 2 and 3. It is a busy unit providing out‑patient care for patients who require all types of endoscopy procedures. Effective and efficient patient flow is essential, and your role is to provide excellent nursing care and compassion in line with the rest of the team providing excellent nursing care and promoting positive patient experiences and outcomes., Assisting with Endoscopic Procedures: Supporting consultants and endoscopists during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and infection control standards.Patient Care and Monitoring: Providing safe and effective care before, during, and after procedures, including pre‑assessment, sedation monitoring, and recovery.Post‑Procedure Recovery: Ensuring patients are closely observed and safely recovered following sedation or general anaesthesia, with timely escalation of concerns.Maintaining Safety and Compliance: Upholding best practice guidelines, safeguarding patient dignity, and ensuring compliance with JAG standards and local policies.Team Collaboration: Working as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver efficient, compassionate care and contribute to continuous service improvement.Education and Development: Supporting junior staff and participating in ongoing professional development to maintain high standards of clinical competence.

RGN

• Genuine interest in caring for patients
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in challenging circumstances
• Ability to manage time
• Capable of keeping calm and work under pressure in a demanding area using teamwork

If you feel you are this person then we invite you to join a highly skilled, caring and professional team as a Staff Nurse.

Our People Charter

• We value people
• We are one team
• We care

We’re keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.