Job summary
We have exciting opportunities for nurses to join our growing Interventional Radiology team at an exciting time of investment and development in Interventional services.
You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team of Nurses, Support Staff, Radiographers and Consultant Radiologists to deliver high standards of care within the imaging modalities of Interventional Radiology, Fluoroscopy, CT and MRI. The varied nature of this specialty means there is always something new and interesting to learn.
Interested applicants are advised that they should carefully read the job description and consider making an appointment for an informal visit to the department to fully appreciate the job and requirements prior to applying.
Previous radiology or other relevant experience is desirable, but not essential as all training will be given.
Applicants for full and part time hours will be considered.
Main duties of the job
- The post-holder will have responsibility for the clinical nursing care of patients attending the Diagnostic Imaging Department. This includes rotating within all disciplines of interventional radiology nursing as outlined in this job description.
- The post-holder will assess the needs of patients and evaluate appropriate care within the department ensuring that procedures are carried out within Trust policies and procedures. The post-holder will meet the requirements of the NMC's Code of Conduct and Scope of Professional Practice, with particular reference to personal accountability for nursing duties undertaken.
- The post-holder will work with other members of the internal and external multidisciplinary team, to ensure the delivery of a safe, efficient and effective service.
About us
Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close adverts once we have received sufficient applications
Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is on an exciting journey with all of our divisions committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN). As part of this collaborative approach, there may be a requirement for you to work across both the Kettering and Northampton hospital sites, depending on the needs of the service.
Our Excellence Values
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Integrity
- Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across UHN and help to unleash everyone's full potential.
UHN encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We recognise the valuable contribution that the Armed Forces community make to our organisation. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and achieved Silver Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for UHN.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Act as An effective role model to colleagues, in the delivery of nursing care.Ensure that the care given reflects the hospital and department philosophies standards and protocols.To liaise with clinicians and staff both in the department and in other areas of the hospital so that standards and activity can be co-ordinated to achieve the best possible service for patients and evaluate of the effectiveness of patient care and to ensure that patient records are maintained to the highest possible standard.Participate in the assessing, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care, thus providing high standard of patient care at all times.Promote a healthy, positive and safe environment for patients and staff.Ensure that nursing practise reflects current clinical development and is based on sound evidence. Provide skilled assistance in all areas of interventional radiology Participate in the on-call service for out of hours emergency interventional radiology.Facilitate stock control and procurement of specialist consumables and ensure that all necessary material resources are available for procedures.Meet clinical objectives as agreed separately with the lead radiology nurse and superintendent radiographerPeople/Management ExcellenceBe aware of the budgetary requirement within their clinical areas of nursing.Collate monthly data as required for departmental audit.To participate in regular staff and directorate meetings.Encourage good health & wellbeing and morale, with open communication between alldisciplines of staff.Assist the superintendent radiographer to create and maintain positive working relationships within the multi-disciplinary team.Act as a chance agent to promote innovation and high standards of practice.Help to develop methods at unit level to monitor standards of care in liaison with the Unit manager.
Please see attached job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Act as An effective role model to colleagues, in the delivery of nursing care.Ensure that the care given reflects the hospital and department philosophies standards and protocols.To liaise with clinicians and staff both in the department and in other areas of the hospital so that standards and activity can be co-ordinated to achieve the best possible service for patients and evaluate of the effectiveness of patient care and to ensure that patient records are maintained to the highest possible standard.Participate in the assessing, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care, thus providing high standard of patient care at all times.Promote a healthy, positive and safe environment for patients and staff.Ensure that nursing practise reflects current clinical development and is based on sound evidence. Provide skilled assistance in all areas of interventional radiology Participate in the on-call service for out of hours emergency interventional radiology.Facilitate stock control and procurement of specialist consumables and ensure that all necessary material resources are available for procedures.Meet clinical objectives as agreed separately with the lead radiology nurse and superintendent radiographerPeople/Management ExcellenceBe aware of the budgetary requirement within their clinical areas of nursing.Collate monthly data as required for departmental audit.To participate in regular staff and directorate meetings.Encourage good health & wellbeing and morale, with open communication between alldisciplines of staff.Assist the superintendent radiographer to create and maintain positive working relationships within the multi-disciplinary team.Act as a chance agent to promote innovation and high standards of practice.Help to develop methods at unit level to monitor standards of care in liaison with the Unit manager.
Please see attached job description.
Person Specification
Education, Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse
- Teaching and Assessing followed by a period of consolidation of theory into practice
- Evidence of continued professional development in an up to date portfolio
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Post graduate experience within the NHS
Desirable
- Previous experience within radiology nursing
Skills
Essential
- Experience of team nursing and team building.
- Excellent communication skills with individuals and members of the Multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to work well within a team and have effective interpersonal skills
- Ability to assess, plan deliver and evaluate high standards of nursing care
- The ability to act as a professional role model, facilitator and educator.
- An ability to organise the admission, transfer and discharge patients, ensuring patient safety at all times.
Desirable
- Post registration extended skills: such as Venepuncture and Cannulation
Person Specification
Education, Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse
- Teaching and Assessing followed by a period of consolidation of theory into practice
- Evidence of continued professional development in an up to date portfolio
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Post graduate experience within the NHS
Desirable
- Previous experience within radiology nursing
Skills
Essential
- Experience of team nursing and team building.
- Excellent communication skills with individuals and members of the Multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to work well within a team and have effective interpersonal skills
- Ability to assess, plan deliver and evaluate high standards of nursing care
- The ability to act as a professional role model, facilitator and educator.
- An ability to organise the admission, transfer and discharge patients, ensuring patient safety at all times.
Desirable
- Post registration extended skills: such as Venepuncture and Cannulation
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
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