Endoscopy Nurse in Londonderry County Borough

LOCATION: JACE Private Hospital / Day Procedure Unit, GREYSTEEL

HOURS: 30-37.5hrs per week

SALARY: £33,000-£37,000 depending on experience

CLOSING DATE: 29th May 2026

Professional Registration & Compliance (ESSENTIAL)

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with the NMC
• Up-to-date NMC revalidation, CPD, and mandatory training
• Evidence of right to work and compliance with RQIA employment checks
• Knowledge of NMC Code, Duty of Candour, GDPR, safeguarding

Clinical Experience (ESSENTIAL)

• Minimum 3+ post-registration experience in an acute clinical setting
• Experience in at least one of the following: Endoscopy Theatre, Surgical ward, Day procedure unit
• Ability to care for patients undergoing gastroscopy, colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, and minor therapeutic procedures

Endoscopy-Specific Competence (ESSENTIAL)

• Understanding of the endoscopy patient pathway (pre-assessment – procedure – recovery – discharge)
• Ability to assist with:
• Scope handling
• Biopsy collection
• Polypectomy support
• Snare and diathermy safety
• Specimen labelling and documentation
• Knowledge of JAG standards, decontamination principles, and infection control
• Ability to recognise and respond to complications such as bleeding, perforation, sedation-related airway compromise

Sedation & Airway Management (ESSENTIAL)

• Competent in monitoring sedated patients
• Ability to recognise oversedation and airway obstruction
• Skilled in basic airway manoeuvres (jaw thrust, OPA/NPA)
• ILS certification (or willingness to complete on appointment)
• Understanding of sedation scoring tools (e.g., Ramsay)

Monitoring & Patient Assessment (ESSENTIAL)

• Competent in ECG, SpO2, BP, respiratory rate, and ETCO2 monitoring
• Ability to assess patient stability pre- and post-procedure
• Knowledge of early warning scores and escalation pathways
• Ability to provide safe discharge criteria for day-case endoscopy

Infection Prevention & Decontamination (ESSENTIAL)

• Strong understanding of infection control principles
• Knowledge of endoscope decontamination workflow (even if not performing it)
• Ability to maintain a clean, safe clinical environment
• Aware of HTM 01-06 and JAG decontamination standards

Documentation & Governance (ESSENTIAL)

• Accurate documentation aligned with NMC and RQIA standards
• Understanding of consent, capacity, and patient information requirements
• Ability to report incidents and near misses (Datix or equivalent)
• Aware of audit processes (JAG audits, scope traceability, safety checks)

Communication & Teamwork (ESSENTIAL)

• Excellent communication with endoscopists, ODPs, HCAs, and recovery staff
• Ability to provide clear patient information and reassurance
• Strong teamwork skills in a fast-paced, procedure-driven environment
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple patients safely

Personal Qualities (ESSENTIAL)

• Calm, professional, and patient-centred
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to continuous improvement and high-quality care

(HIGHLY DESIRABLE)

• JAG-recognised Endoscopy Course
• Cannulation and IV drug administration
• Experience in decontamination units
• Previous private healthcare experience

Please note: An Access NI enhanced disclosure check (including information held by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)) will be required for this job role. The DBS barred lists are maintained by the Disclosure and Barring Service. There are two of them; one is a list of people who have been barred from working with children, and the other is a list of people who have been barred from working with vulnerable adults. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining the position. JACE Medical adhere to internal policies on the recruitment of ex-offenders and on the secure handling, use, and storage and retention of disclosure information. All checks are processed in line with the Access NI code of practice.