Staff Nurse (Endoscopy)

Bon Secours Health System; Galway; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Bon Secours Health System Galway is seeking two Staff Nurses (Endoscopy) on a permanent basis, 37.5 hours per week. You will provide high standard nursing care across endoscopy procedures, adhering to policies and standards set by the unit.

Ideal candidates will be registered with NMBI, hold an RGN qualification, and demonstrate strong communication, teamwork and flexibility to rotate between days and shifts.

Qualifications

• Registered, or eligible for registration, with NMBI as General Nurse.
• Post-registration nursing experience preferred in surgical areas.

Responsibilities

• Carries out nursing care to the highest standard according to policies.
• Participates in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care using the nursing process.
• Administers medicines, IV drugs, blood products and controlled drugs per policy.
• Adheres to infection control guidelines and manages medical waste.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Infection control

Education

NMBI registration

RGN qualification

Job description

Staff Nurse (Endoscopy) Specific Purpose 37.5 Hours per Week

Permanent 37.5 Hours Per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for two Positions of Staff Nurse (Endoscopy) to join the Bon Secours Health System Hospital Galway. Ireland’s Largest Private Healthcare provider

Job Purpose:

Staff nurses (Endoscopy) are responsible for providing a high standard of nursing care to patients, the application of the nursing process and the scientific knowledge, judgement and technical skills of professional nursing in delivering care to patient population of paediatric through to the elderly

Ideal Candidate:

• Ability to work as part of a team providing a quality service
• Personally, and professionally accountable for patient care.
• RGN qualification and NMBI registration.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexible approach to work patterns as the post holder will be required to rotate between days.
• Desirable previous nursing experience working in Endoscopy/Flexible Cystoscopy procedures.

Essential Qualifications:

• Be registered, or be eligible for registration, in the General Nurse Division of the Register of Nurses kept by the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI]
• Have nursing experience post-registration preferably in surgical areas.

Experience & Responsibility:

• Carries out nursing care and treatments to the highest possible standard according to agreed Policies, Procedures and Guidelines.
• Participate in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care based on the nursing process approach and maintains appropriate records. Implements discharge planning based on patient care needs.
• Administer medicines, IV drugs, /blood products and controlled drugs according to agreed policies. Records and monitors patients post administration according to policy and reports any adverse events or medication errors.
• Adheres to Best Practice Guidelines in controlling infection and reports/manage infections as dictated by policy and work closely with Infection Control Nurse. Handles and correctly disposes of medical waste as per hospital policy.

Closing date for applications:

Tuesday 6th October 2026

Bon Secours Health System is an equal opportunities employer. Our values of Human Dignity, Compassion, Stewardship, Service and Integrity guide everything we do. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees have the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities and perspectives, and provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.