Job Description

We are looking to complete our hard-working, cohesive endoscopy team in Sutton. Having the opportunity to work in the newest built NHS hospital in London with the latest and state of the art endoscopy equipment, the successful candidate would also have the access to our training and development programme within endoscopy and additional formal education opportunities through the Royal Marsden School in Chelsea.
If you are an experienced endoscopy nurse that has a proven skills and competencies in doing pre-assessment, procedure room assisting and recovery post sedation and general anaesthetic of an endoscopy patient, including experience in shift coordination of a busy endoscopy unit, we would like to hear from you!
There is no better time to join the Endoscopy team in Sutton as exciting developmental opportunities to grow as a nurse within endoscopy with upcoming projects that the successful candidate would be a part of including the unit's JAG accreditation bid and expansion of new services.
Main duties of the job

• To work as a member of the endoscopy team. To be responsible for the care of patients attending theEndoscopy Suite from pre-assessment through to discharge.
• The post holder is expected to deliver ahigh standard of individualised patient care, and to be will required to develop competence in the management of patients undergoing endoscopic procedures the use of endoscopy equipment and accessories, including decontamination

About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Date posted
29 April 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
xc2xa334,521 to xc2xa341,956 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
282- SB1121883
Job locations
Royal Marsden Sutton
Sutton
SM2 5PT
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed and Person Specification:
2.1 Following the appropriate training, undertake comprehensive telephone pre-assessments, includingappropriate action for warfarin and diabetes management2.2 Ensuring that accurate information regarding the endoscopy procedure is given to the patient.2.3 Following required training and completion of endoscopy specific competencies, take consent forspecific procedures2.4 To interpret and act upon blood results (with guidance from Charge nurse/senior staff nurse) Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed and Person Specification:
2.1 Following the appropriate training, undertake comprehensive telephone pre-assessments, includingappropriate action for warfarin and diabetes management2.2 Ensuring that accurate information regarding the endoscopy procedure is given to the patient.2.3 Following required training and completion of endoscopy specific competencies, take consent forspecific procedures2.4 To interpret and act upon blood results (with guidance from Charge nurse/senior staff nurse)
Person Specification
Attainments
Essential

• First level registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Desirable

• Oncology qualification
• 18 months relevant post registration nursing experience
• Experience in Intravenous Drug Administration

Special Aptitudes and Disposition
Essential

• Computer Literacy

Person Specification
Attainments
Essential

• First level registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Desirable

• Oncology qualification
• 18 months relevant post registration nursing experience
• Experience in Intravenous Drug Administration

Special Aptitudes and Disposition
Essential

• Computer Literacy