Endoscopy / Recovery Nurse

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Procedure (Endoscopy)

• Prepare procedure rooms and ensure all equipment is functional and sterilized.
• Receive and assess patients prior to procedures, ensuring consent forms and documentation are complete.
• Provide patient education regarding procedure preparation and aftercare.
• Assist physicians during endoscopy procedures, ensuring adherence to infection control protocols.

Post-Procedure (Recovery)

• Monitor patients in the recovery area, including vital signs, airway, and level of consciousness.
• Provide safe and effective post-anesthesia and post-sedation care.
• Assess patients for pain, nausea, bleeding, or other complications, and take appropriate interventions.
• Communicate effectively with physicians and anesthetists regarding patient condition.
• Ensure smooth handover of patients to inpatient wards, clinics, or discharge.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse with valid Singapore Nursing Board (SNB) license.
• Diploma/Degree in Nursing.
• Prior experience in Endoscopy, Operating Theatre, or Recovery Room preferred.
• Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.