Endoscopy- Preassessment Nurse(UK Visa Sponsorship)

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Uk
May 14, 2026
Full Time Permanent
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Job Description

The Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is inviting compassionate and motivated Registered Nurses to join its growing multidisciplinary healthcare teams across surgical and medical services in Somerset.

This opportunity is ideal for nurses who are passionate about patient-centred care and eager to develop their careers within a supportive and fully integrated NHS Trust.

Whether you are looking to strengthen your clinical experience or broaden your expertise across multiple specialties, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers a collaborative environment focused on professional growth and high-quality patient care.

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse within the Trust, you will play a vital role in delivering safe, compassionate, and effective care to adult patients undergoing elective, surveillance, and emergency procedures.

The role involves carrying out detailed pre-assessments, supporting patient preparation, and working closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patients receive the best possible care outcomes.

You will assess patients’ physical, emotional, social, and wellbeing needs while helping identify any issues that can be addressed before treatment or procedures take place.

This position requires flexibility, with shifts covering days, nights, weekends, and rota-based working patterns.

Main Responsibilities

Key duties include:

  • Delivering high-quality nursing care across medical and surgical services
    Conducting patient-centred pre-assessments and care planning
    Collaborating with patients, carers, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams
    Supporting elective and emergency endoscopy pathways
    Identifying and escalating clinical concerns where appropriate
    Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and records
    Mentoring and supporting junior colleagues and learners
    Contributing to safe practice, clinical governance, and patient wellbeing initiatives

Candidate Requirements

Applicants should demonstrate:

  • Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
    A Degree in Nursing or equivalent recognised nursing qualification
    Knowledge of clinical governance and patient safety principles
    Experience or training in patient pre-assessment processes
    Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)
    Understanding of current clinical pathways and specialty-specific care practices
    Experience supporting or mentoring junior staff members
    Strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills

Benefits & Professional Development

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is committed to supporting staff wellbeing, career progression, and work-life balance.

Benefits include:

  • Flexible working arrangements
    NHS Pension Scheme
    Generous annual leave entitlement
    Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
    Access to the Blue Light Card discount programme
    NHS staff wellbeing initiatives and employee support services
    Opportunities to rotate across different sites and specialties within the Trust

The Trust values its nursing workforce and actively supports career development through mentoring, education, and clinical learning opportunities.

Why Choose Somerset?

Somerset offers an excellent quality of life, combining beautiful countryside, coastal landscapes, and vibrant nearby cities including Bristol, Bath, and Exeter.

The region provides:

  • Affordable housing compared to many UK regions
    Excellent schools and educational facilities
    Easy transport connections, including access to London within approximately two hours
    A balance between rural living and city accessibility

It is an ideal location for professionals seeking both career growth and lifestyle opportunities.

Visa Sponsorship & Employment Guidance

Applications from candidates requiring Skilled Worker visa sponsorship are welcome and will be considered in line with UK immigration regulations.

Helpful official resources include:

Additional Information

This role is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check in accordance with safeguarding and healthcare regulations.

Applicants requiring overseas criminal record checks may also need to provide additional documentation under UK immigration guidance.

Employer Information
Employer

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Work Location

Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA

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