Staff Nurse Endoscopy - INTERNAL

NHS Scotland:

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Note that this post is only open to internal staff of NHS Ayrshire & Arran.

NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful
. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home ()

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 5 Staff Nurse within our Endoscopy team at University Hospital Ayr.

36 hours over 5 days.

This post is offered on a permanent basis.

From 1 April 2026, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change staff in Scotland will be reduced. Full-time hours will reduce from 37 to 36 hours (pro rata for part-time staff) without loss of earnings.

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments including pre procedure checks and post procedure recovery monitoring.
• Assist with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Monitor patients during procedures and recognise and respond appropriately to patient deterioration.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control policies including decontamination and safe handling of endoscopic equipment.
• Take responsibility for personal professional development, including mandatory training and endoscopic specific competencies.
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers and colleagues.
• Work flexibly across all areas of the Endoscopy Unit including procedure rooms and recovery area.

• Current NMC registration
• A genuine interest in caring for patients with gastrointestinal, biliary and respiratory disorders
• Excellent communication skills to liaise confidently and effectively within a large multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to be flexible and reliable within the team and department

If you want to find out more about the role, please contact SCN Paula Binnie, Endoscopy UHA on

Please note that we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once enough applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at your earliest opportunity.

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service.

It is essential that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application form.

NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note the salary advertised is based on a full-time contract and must be pro‑rated for part‑time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case‑by‑case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre‑employment checks.

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We are unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 posts or bank contracts.

• You should apply for this post by completing the application process on NHS Jobs Scotland.
• DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.
• Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted.
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