Definition of Skills and Roles of the Digestive Endoscopy Nurse
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Endoscopy nurses work in all phases of endoscopic procedures, guaranteeing privacy, respect for dignity, comfort, and safety by applying specific theoretical knowledge and practical skills. However, in several countries, a structured training process in this specific area is lacking. This document defines the skills and roles of nurses working in the endoscopy and gastroenterology units in Italy. The National Association of Endoscopic Technique Operators - National Association of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates (ANOTE-ANIGEA) National Committee created a working group including 20 expert nurses and 2 physicians, divided into 4 working groups. Each group worked on one level of training: trainee endoscopy nurse, competent endoscopy nurse, advanced endoscopy nurse, and nontechnical skills. For the final declaration, the Delphi method was adopted. This position paper defined the role and training of endoscopy nurses, proposing three progressive levels of professional preparation. This is the first document aimed at defining the role and training of endoscopy nurses, suggesting progressive levels of professional preparation. It could be an appropriate tool for both nurses who are beginning to work in an endoscopic unit, as well as for all subjects involved in training nurses practicing in digestive endoscopy.
Source: Gastroenterology Nursing
Institutions: University of Rome Tor Vergata, University of Perugia, Agostino Gemelli University Polyclinic, Azienda Ospedaliera di Perugia, Azienda Sanitaria Unità Locale di Reggio Emilia, Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Ospedale San Paolo, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Careggi, Ospedale Regina Margherita, Campus Bio Medico University Hospital, Istituti di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico
Language: English
Topic: Nursing Roles and Practices
Subfield: General Health Professions
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4411599327