Endoscopy Nurse
Job summary
Xyla Elective Care is seeking experienced Endoscopy Nurses to support weekend endoscopy and bowel screening services at Ysbyty Gwynedd, Bangor. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide high-quality patient care across admission, procedure support, and recovery stages of the patient pathway.
This is an ongoing weekend opportunity, working Saturdays and Sundays from 08:30 to 17:00, supporting three endoscopy rooms. The role offers a competitive rate of £308 per day, with travel and accommodation reimbursement of up to £50 per shift.
You will play a key role in ensuring safe, effective patient care while supporting Consultants during procedures, administering sedation, completing clinical documentation, and assisting with patient recovery.
Main duties of the job
About us
Xyla is a leading UK healthcare provider that works in partnership with NHS organisations to deliver high-quality clinical services and improve patient access to care. Through its Elective Care services, Xyla supports NHS trusts in reducing waiting times and enhancing patient outcomes by providing safe, efficient, and patient-centred healthcare across a range of specialties.
Committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and outstanding patient experience, Xyla's experienced healthcare professionals deliver services that help patients receive timely treatment while maintaining the highest standards of care and safety.
Job responsibilities
Xyla Elective Care is seeking experienced Endoscopy Nurses to join our weekend service at Ysbyty Gwynedd, Bangor. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will provide high-quality care to patients undergoing endoscopy and bowel screening procedures, ensuring a safe and positive patient experience throughout their treatment journey.
The successful candidate will support patients through admission, procedure, and recovery, carrying out assessments, observations, cannulation, and patient preparation. You will work closely with Consultants during endoscopic procedures, assist with sedation administration, complete the WHO safety checklist, and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
This is an excellent opportunity for skilled Endoscopy Nurses looking for ongoing weekend work within a well-supported service, helping to reduce NHS waiting times and deliver outstanding patient care.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (NMC Registered) with a valid UK nursing pin.
- Previous Endoscopy experience within an NHS or independent healthcare setting.
- Competent in patient assessment, observations, cannulation, and recovery care.
- Experience supporting endoscopic procedures and administering sedation.
- Strong understanding of infection prevention, patient safety, and clinical governance standards.
- Ability to complete accurate clinical documentation and maintain confidential patient records.
- Knowledge of the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist and endoscopy patient pathways.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to reassure and support patients.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to work efficiently in a busy clinical environment.
- Flexible, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality patient-centred care.
Experience
Essential
- Registered Nurse (NMC Registered) with a valid UK nursing pin.
- Previous Endoscopy experience within an NHS or independent healthcare setting.
- Competent in patient assessment, observations, cannulation, and recovery care.
- Experience supporting endoscopic procedures and administering sedation.
- Strong understanding of infection prevention, patient safety, and clinical governance standards.
- Ability to complete accurate clinical documentation and maintain confidential patient records.
- Knowledge of the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist and endoscopy patient pathways.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to reassure and support patients.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to work efficiently in a busy clinical environment.
- Flexible, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality patient-centred care.