Endoscopy Staff Nurse

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Endoscopy Staff Nurse

Contract Type: Permanent and Fixed Term

Fixed Term Contract End Date: June 2027.

Purpose for Fixed Term: Maternity / Shared Parental / adoption Leave Backfill

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team in Endoscopy as a Staff Nurse. Join our rapidly growing and highly sought-after Endoscopy Unit, where you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive, and specialist environment while developing and advancing your clinical skills.

Key Responsibilities;

Provide safe, compassionate, and high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing endoscopic procedures.

Assess, monitor, and support patients before, during, and after their procedures.

Assist the endoscopist and multidisciplinary team during a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures.

Maintain high standards of patient safety, infection prevention, and clinical governance within the unit.

Participate in teaching, supervision, and supporting the development of colleagues and student

Promote a positive patient experience and contribute to the continued development of the Endoscopy Service.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality patient care within the endoscopy unit and Recovery service, supporting patients throughout their endoscopy journey, and contributing to a positive and collaborative team environment.The Endoscopy Unit operates 7 days a week, from 8:00am to 8:00pm on weekdays and 8 am to 86 pm on weekends, with an on-call service to support urgent and emergency endoscopy requirements.

You will benefit from

Excellent opportunities to develop specialist endoscopy nursing skills and competencies.

Opportunities for career progression within the Endoscopy Service.

Exposure to a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

The opportunity to be part of a dedicated and experienced multidisciplinary team.

The role is particularly suited to nurses looking for a specialist clinical career and those who value a structured working environment with opportunities for development and a good work-life balance.The opportunity to work within a busy and rapidly developing specialist Endoscopy Unit.

Essential Requirements

Registered Nurse (NMC registered)Previous endoscopy experience is desirableAbility to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced environmentStrong communication and organisational skillsCommitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centred care

Person specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
• Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
• Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
• Understanding of personal accountability
• Knowledge of own role within the team
• Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor
• Awareness of evidence-based practice
• Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control
• Evidence of on-going personal development
• Able to use initiative

Desirable

• Evidence of recent study
• Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty
• Teaching experience

Trust Values

Essential

• Patient First
• Working Together
• Always Improving