Radiology Nurse

Job responsibilities

CLINICALTo work in the Interventional Room within the Radiology Department,supporting all members of the multi-disciplinary team

To be responsible for the administration of intra-venous (IV) medication asprescribed having undertaken the necessary training and competencies todo so

To ensure that the patient is monitored during their complex interventional examination

To ensure that all of the patients needs are continually assessed andappropriate care is given and recorded in their Healthcare Record

Following appropriate training you will be expected to scrub alongside theConsultant Radiologist for complex procedures, being able to interpretfluoroscopy images, anticipate the consultants needs and communicateany concerns or issues during often long and complex examinations

To monitor patients in Ultrasound (U/S), MRI, Fluoroscopy or CTDepartment following biopsy or drainage as required

To undertake all examinations and patient care to the highest standards ofevidenced base care

To cannulate patients for IV contrast and pain relief when required

To catheterise adult patients for Micturating Cystograms

To act as the Radiology Department Lead for Infection Prevention, ensuring that Trust Policies and Procedures for Infection Prevention are adhered to.

To undertake the following audits, the results of which should be reportedat Radiology Department Meeting and their findings disseminated to staffand any changes in practice be identified and implemented:

• Hand Hygiene Audit
• Cleaning Audit
• O2 and Suction Audit

To comply with procedures, protocols and policies of the Trust and in theRadiology Department, reporting any variances and critical incidents.Participate in reviews of departmental documentation, policies andprocedures

To be responsible for clean, well equipped working environment at all times

Participate in ensuring that the stock and resources are replenished asrequired. Identifying any resource deficits and assist in identifying actionsto resolve the deficit and including ordering of stock items.

To be responsible for reporting any faults or breakdowns to Section Lead

Participate in any extended day / on call / out of hours programme that isin operation or implemented in the future

To be responsible for monitoring and teaching clinical nursing skills toradiographers, assistant practitioners and radiographic aides.

Provide CPD sessions and teaching to the department.

Professional appearance at all times as per Trust Policy

EDUCATION/ DEVELOPMENT/TRAINING

To participate in all Trust Statutory and Mandatory Training, be pro-activewith personal development including the maintenance of a professionalportfolio

To participate in undertaking staff appraisals

To assist and supervise Student Nurses, Student Assistant Practitionersand Student Radiographers where required for patient care modules

To be responsible for the clinical training of Radiographic Aides andAssistant Practitioners when required in clinical processes

To accept responsibility for own professional registration and practice inaccordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct

Provide an environment conducive to learning

COMMUNICATION

Possess excellent communication skills and be aware of how both verbaland nonverbal communication can be interpreted by others

Maintenance of all patient documentation as per departmental protocolsand Radiology Information System.

To be able to maintain good working relationships with radiologists,radiographers, departmental support and clerical staff, ward and out-patient staff

To liaise with ward staff, patients and carers and have the ability to explainday to day procedures and respond to queries about the examinations atthe appropriate level

MANAGERIAL

To manage own workload on a daily basis

To assist in Ultrasound Department, MRI and / or CT Department whenworkload permits to aide smooth running of session

CLINICAL GOVERNANCE (POLICIES, COMPLAINTS, HEALTH & SAFETY)

To adhere to all safety regulations with regards Health and Safety, COSHH and Ionising Radiation Regulations

To work within and adhere to Trust Standards and Operational Policiesrelating to the Radiology Department

To participate in audit programmes as designated by Lead Radiographers

The post-holder must at all times maintain the confidentiality of all patient data including electronic data in line with the Data Protection Act

Ensure that all staff consciously review mistakes, complaints and incidents / near misses as well as successes to improve performance and the level of patient care

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The post-holder will be required to wear a lead apron for long periods oftime during examinations

Warwick Radiology Department will be the base initially but rotating through Stratford Radiology Department when new department is developed further as required

Qualifications

Essential

• Current Professional Registration
• Degree in Nursing Studies
• Evidence of Continuous professional development
• Teaching and Assessing Qualification
• IV cannulation certificate

Desirable

• Safe Sedation Skills

Experience

Essential

• Professional Clinical Experience in Radiology
• Previous experience as managing patient care indicators

Desirable

• Ability to successfully manage people and change
• Previous experience as link nurse for Infection Prevention

Skills

Essential

• Code of Professional conduct
• Able to apply evidence based practice
• Awareness of clinical Governance and a commitment to clinical supervision and staff development
• Understanding of current issues relating to the NHS
• IT Skills
• Patient focused
• Good Communication skills
• Able to meet and prioritise deadlines
• Good management of own and others time
• Able to use initiative and make decisions

Desirable

• Have a confident approach and the ability to inspire others
• Analyse problems and implement solutions

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Professional at all times
• Motivated and able to motivate others
• Calm and objective
• Approachable
• Ability to deal with difficult/sensitive situations
• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trusts' values
• Must be able to wear a lead apron and stand for long periods of time during procedures

Desirable

• Effective multi-disciplinary working.
• Good interpersonal skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).