Endoscopy Nurse

Job Description

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home care and Community care.

We are urgently seeking a  Staff Nurse - Endoscopy  for a hospital in Westmeath  Ireland.

Responsibilities

Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care to patients before, during, and after endoscopic procedures.

Prepare and maintain endoscopy rooms and equipment in accordance with infection control and hospital standards.

Assist the endoscopist and anaesthetist during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Monitor and assess patients’ clinical status throughout the endoscopy process, responding promptly to any deterioration.

Participate in the safe administration and monitoring of conscious sedation under appropriate supervision.

Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive nursing documentation while adhering to NMBI standards and hospital policies.

Provide patient-centred care by ensuring privacy, dignity, and clear communication before and after procedures.

Collaborate effectively with consultants, anaesthetists, and the multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless care and patient flow.

Adhere to infection prevention, clinical governance, and health and safety guidelines, participating in audits and quality improvement initiatives.

Engage in continuous professional development, reflective practice, and support the training of new staff and students within the Endoscopy Unit.

Requirements

Registered, or eligible for registration, in the relevant division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).

Minimum of 3 years’ post-registration full-time experience (or equivalent), including at least 1 year in the relevant speciality or related area.

Demonstrated clinical and administrative capacity to effectively perform the duties of the role.

Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Must maintain live annual registration with NMBI and confirm it annually via the Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC).

Must be fully competent and in good health, capable of undertaking the duties of the role.

Minimum of 1 year’s post-registration experience in an acute hospital setting.

Experience in endoscopy or theatre nursing is desirable.

Up-to-date Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) desirable.

Demonstrated clinical competence and a strong commitment to evidence-based practice.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Sign-on bonus

Full-time, permanent employment contract

Continuous professional development and training opportunities

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Opportunities for career progression

Free on-site parking

Bike to Work Scheme

Sick pay

Requirements

Registered, or eligible for registration, in the relevant division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI). Demonstrated clinical and administrative capacity to effectively perform the duties of the role. Demonstrated clinical competence and a strong commitment to evidence-based practice.