Department: Gastroenterology / Endoscopy Designation: Endoscopy Nurse Experience: 1–5 Years (Preferably in Endoscopy / Gastroenterology)Qualification: GNM / B.Sc.
Job Summary
Responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care to patients undergoing diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures. Ensure patient safety, assist gastroenterologists during procedures, maintain infection control standards, and provide pre- and post-procedure care.
Key Responsibilities
1. Assist gastroenterologists during endoscopic procedures such as:
- Upper GI Endoscopy (UGIE)
- Colonoscopy
- ERCP
- Bronchoscopy (if applicable)
- Endoscopic biopsy and other therapeutic procedures.
1. Prepare the endoscopy room, equipment, instruments, and accessories before procedures.
2. Perform patient assessment and preparation before endoscopic procedures.
3. Monitor vital signs, oxygen saturation, and patient condition during procedures.
4. Assist doctors with endoscopic instruments, biopsy forceps, snares, and other accessories.
5. Administer medications and sedation as prescribed by the treating doctor.
6. Provide post-procedure monitoring and recovery care.
7. Ensure proper cleaning, disinfection,
and sterilization of endoscopes and accessories as per infection control protocols.
8. Maintain patient records, procedure documentation, and nursing notes.
9. Ensure adherence to hospital protocols, NABH standards, and patient safety guidelines.
10. Monitor and maintain endoscopy equipment and report any technical issues.
11. Educate patients regarding pre-procedure preparation and post-procedure instructions.
Required Skills
- Valuable knowledge of endoscopy procedures and equipment.
- Experience in handling endoscopy instruments and accessories.
- Knowledge of infection control and sterilization protocols.
- Ability to monitor patients during sedation and recovery.
- Good communication and patient-handling skills.
- Ability to respond to emergencies.
- Teamwork and coordination with gastroenterologists.
Preferred Experience
- Experience in a Gastroenterology / Endoscopy unit.
- Hands-on experience with GI endoscopy and colonoscopy.
- Knowledge of ERCP procedures is an added advantage.