Job summary
Are you looking for a change in nursing career, a new challenge or new focus? then look no further!!
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Staff Nurse to develop their skills and knowledge by joining the expanding nursing team in the Interventional Radiology Department.
This dynamic department provides a wide range of ultrasound, x-ray and CT guided diagnostic and interventional treatments. The unique and varied nature of the specialty means that there is always something new and interesting to learn. Due to the diversity of patients who attend for treatment, the radiology nurse has the ability to care for a wide range of patients, from emergencies, medical, surgical, vascular, oncology, renal and urological specialties. The radiology nurses are vital team members, fulfilling the scrub, circulating and recovery nurse roles, as well as organising the patients' pre and post-procedure care. This role also includes working in CT and ultrasound to cover for interventional procedures.
The Radiology Department comprises of a small team of nurses who work alongside the larger multi-disciplinary team including Radiographers, Radiologists, Radiology Assistants, Health Care Support Workers and Administration Staff.
This position would allow for role expansion in areas such as ILS, safe sedation of patients, The unit is committed to the training and development of staff so further development in this role would be encouraged.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking to recruit a professional, outgoing, caring, adaptable, dedicated individual to join our team; our aim is to provide excellent patient care that is adaptable to the patients' needs and the needs of the service as we continue to develop our scope of practice
The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of nursing care.
Work as a member of the multidisciplinary team and undertake delegated tasks from the unit manager/nurse in charge.
The post holder will take part in the 24/7 On Call rota covering emergency out of hours. You will be supported by a multi-disciplinary throughout your on-calls.
The post holder will always work within the NMCs Code of Professional Conduct.
Post holder must possess excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills and should be prepared to work in a flexible working environment.
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was created on 1 October 2019 following the merger of two adult acute Trusts, Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust.
The merger provides an opportunity to reconfigure services in a way that provides the best healthcare services to the city and improves the quality of care and health outcomes that patients experience.
The Trust runs Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
It serves a core population of around 630,000 people across Merseyside as well as providing a range of highly specialist services to a catchment area of more than two million people in the North West region and beyond.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
ClinicalMaintain professional responsibility for the assessment, planning,delivery and evaluation of nursing care for a designated patient area.
Collect, collate and report information, maintaining accurate patientrecords.
Include the patient in the planning and delivery of care.
Work collaboratively with other health care professionals and agenciesto ensue that the patients needs are met.
Establish effective communication with patients, relatives and otherhealth care professionals.
Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergencysituations.
Managerial/ LeadershipAssist in the management and organisation of a clinical area.
Co-ordinate the nursing care for the health care team.
Supervise others and contribute to their education and development.
Contribute to the development of services.
Ensure the effective and efficient use of physical and financialresources.
Monitor and maintain health, safety and security of self and others
For a full list of duties , please refer to the attached job description
Job description
Job responsibilities
ClinicalMaintain professional responsibility for the assessment, planning,delivery and evaluation of nursing care for a designated patient area.
Collect, collate and report information, maintaining accurate patientrecords.
Include the patient in the planning and delivery of care.
Work collaboratively with other health care professionals and agenciesto ensue that the patients needs are met.
Establish effective communication with patients, relatives and otherhealth care professionals.
Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergencysituations.
Managerial/ LeadershipAssist in the management and organisation of a clinical area.
Co-ordinate the nursing care for the health care team.
Supervise others and contribute to their education and development.
Contribute to the development of services.
Ensure the effective and efficient use of physical and financialresources.
Monitor and maintain health, safety and security of self and others
For a full list of duties , please refer to the attached job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN
- ENB 998 or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Post reg. experience in acute setting
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written/verbal communication and documentation skills
- Ability to assess, plan and implement care
- Ability to work with multidisciplinary team
Desirable
Other
Essential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN
- ENB 998 or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Post reg. experience in acute setting
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written/verbal communication and documentation skills
- Ability to assess, plan and implement care
- Ability to work with multidisciplinary team
Desirable
Other
Essential
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).
