Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our growing team in our Endoscopy Unit here at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn.
In our new state of the art unit, we are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic registered practitioner to work in all areas of the department. This unmissable opportunity is suitable either for a practitioner who already works in Endoscopy or is interested in learning Endoscopy.
This busy unit works over 6 days a week, offering a service to both out-patients and in-patients offering diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for adults and also participates in an out of hours on call rota.
Applications are welcomed from newly qualified and experienced Registered Nurses. Applicants must hold current NMC/HCPC registration as a Registered Nurse or be due to obtain registration prior to commencing employment.
*Please note that online interviews will not be available for this vacancy. All shortlisted candidates will be required to attend an in-person interview*
Main duties of the job
As a registered healthcare professional you will work with all members of the Department clinical team and within the multi-disciplinary framework.
You will maintain a high standard of patient care under the direction of the Department Manager, taking the lead in clinical areas when competent, in the absence of a senior member of staff.
At all times, you will work in accordance with the standards, codes of conduct and professional principles set by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) or Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), as applicable, and in line with Trust policies and procedures.
To provide high standards of care to patients undergoing endoscopic procedures
To adhere to the hospitals trust values and incorporate these into your daily work
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details about this role.
Person specification
Aptitude
Essential
- Professional
- Motivated & enthusiastic showing initiative
- Compassionate
- Punctual and reliable
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience of looking after patients in a healthcare environment.
Desirable
- Experience of using endoscopy equipment
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Practitioner with the NMC / HCPC
- Degree/Diploma in Nursing or equivalent
Desirable
- Completed Assessor and Supervisor training
- Undertaken mentorship training
Skills, abilities, and knowledge
Essential
- Confident and calm attitude with an ability to work under pressure
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to use basic IT skills
- Knowledge of professional issues incorporating NMC / HCPC and IPAC
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This advert is for Staff Nurse - Endoscopy Unit with The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust in Kings Lynn, East of England, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 per annum pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 04 Aug 2026.
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