Staff Nurse - Radiology

Job summary

We are looking for an individual who is looking to expand their knowledge and skills within the Radiology department at the Royal Hampshire County Hospital.

Experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be given.

Applicants are expected to maintain high standards of care for all patients undergoing diagnostic and Interventional procedures.

You will be working within an experienced and supportive team and will have the opportunity to learn new skills and knowledge. Complete training will be given for the role. We are committed to developing and supporting our nursing workforce and provide you with inhouse training with an excellent induction programme.

Opportunities will be given to attend study days, Interventional Radiology conferences, sedation study days including simulation training.

Working hours are Monday to Friday 8-6pm . 4 day week if full time. No nights , weekends or on call.

Main duties of the job

You will work with supervision and guidance in providing and maintaining a high standard of care of all patients undergoing various Interventional Radiological procedures within Interventional Radiology, CT, and Ultrasound such as Angioplasty , Embolization, biopsies and drainage. We also pre-assess and have a day case facility in Radiology to recover our patients

You will have the opportunity to learn and further develop clinical skills including patient assessment pre and post procedure. Intra and post operative care and recovery. Sedation and patient monitoring. Scrub nurse

You will work within a multidisciplinary team including Consultant Radiologists , Radiographers and Radiographic assistants.

Happy to Talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible and part time working will be considered.

About us

We are a friendly and supportive team, who are committed to providing the best quality of care for all our patients.We work with all specialities across the hospital , building good working relationships.

The vision at Hampshire NHS Foundation Trust is to provide outstanding care for every patient. We serve a population of nearly 600,000 people across Hampshire and West Berkshire as well as some people who access our specialist services from across the country.

Created in January 2012 the Foundation Trust prioritises the provision of exceptional , compassionate , care delivered by the valued staff working in a culture of collaboration and mutual respect. HHFT employs circa 6,000 people and had a turnover of £382m in 17/18

Four core values (CARE) Compassion,Accountability, Respect and Encourage. These are in place to support of four clear objectives, provide outstanding care of patients , empowering all members of staff , sustainable growth and innovating for the future.